Sleeping in the afternoon has long been the calling card of teenagers and children, and is often avoided by adults who have busy lives. The image of a person who sleeps for a short time during the middle of the day is often associated with old-fashioned ‘layabouts,’ people without anything better to do. But science is starting to prove the sleepers right.

If the word “rush” defines your life, then maybe managing your time better is high on your list of New Year’s resolutions? Well, it should be. Take a moment now to brush up on the following time management techniques and leave that hectic lifestyle back in 2006.

Laughter really is the best medicine. A good bout of jolly laughter can benefit you and those around you in more ways than you even know. Since the holidays are a great time to laugh with family and friends, here’s some information on the therapeutic effects of laughter.

This festive season it is important not to cram too much on your plate. And we don’t mean turkey and stuffing. This time of year, many people try to do too much, try to please too many people, try to buy too much, and expect too much out of others. Keep your sanity! Here’s some holiday survival strategies from the experts: