Stayed up later than planned and wondering whether to sleep in or power through the day? In this episode of Night Shift with Justin S. King, we break down what leading sleep experts like Matthew Walker, Michael Breus, and Sara Mednick say about naps — when to take them, how long they should be, and how to recover lost sleep without disrupting tonight’s rest.

Learn the two smartest recovery options after a late night, why timing matters, and how a simple 20-minute nap can reset energy, focus, and mood without harming your sleep schedule.

Short, practical, and science-based — this episode will change how you think about naps.

Can diffusing lavender really help you sleep better? What about taking it by mouth? In this episode, we break down the real research in simple language. You’ll learn how lavender affects stress, how it may support sleep quality, the difference between diffusing and ingesting it, and a simple 7-night experiment you can try tonight to see if it works for you.

What if the meaning you give events is shaping your entire life? Tonight, we break down a powerful idea from Kute Blackson and turn it into a simple evening reflection practice that helps you regulate your nervous system, protect your energy, and consciously shape your next chapter.