NapSpot: Lavender Bench

Location: Garden outside E5A

Napping on this bench is like napping in the perfume department of Myer. If you like the smell of lavender, then this spot is just right for you. One of the best advantages of sleeping here, if you smell a bit stinky that day, I can assure you that you will smell like you have bathed in perfume. The garden is pretty secluded and shielded away from the rest of civilisation with large hedges. The scenery is gorgeous and you can fall asleep here with the soft, warm rays of the sun hitting your face.

There are a few downsides though. First of all, if you're allergic to bees, stay far far away. A restful nap could turn into a trip to the emergency room under those circumstances. The garden is a curse for people with lots of allergies and whilst spring means that it's beautiful and in bloom, people with hay fever may say otherwise. Secondly, the bench is not comfy, not even remotely. It's made for sitting, not sleeping so it's pretty painful and you'll probably leave with a bad back if you nap here too much. The garden generally has a few people sitting in there so you won't have total privacy.

Overall, I give this bench 2/5 stars

Writer:
Julia Gapon
julia.gapon@students.mq.edu.au
https://twitter.com/MacqNap

NapSpot: Library Lawn and under the tree
Location: near Macquarie library

It’s another day at campus and you stayed up late the night before as usual. You barely survived the lectures and you are going to library to study for exams but the weather is overwhelming. Warm and bright. A drowsy spring day. It’s that day when you want to do nothing else but to relax.


It is important to learn concepts and theories to achieve higher grades in assesments but  it’s more important not to push yourself over the limit. Don’t resist yourself and do whatever you want do.

Why don’t you leave behind any concerns that are weighing you down, step back and take a rest. Find yourself a spot on the lawn or under the tree and enjoy the moment as if today is the last day to live. Take a nap. Feel the atmosphere.

I assure you that it will boost your energy and improve productivity for the rest of your day. That's right you won't regret it. But be careful not to get carried away and forget what you were planning to do for the day because it's too comfortable you will lost track of time.

Writer

James Cho

eungil.cho@students.mq.edu.au

NapSpot: MUSE & Bassline

Location: MUSE C7A – 18 Wallys Walk

Macquarie University Spatial Experience a.k.a. MUSE, provides a variety of flexible spaces that support students with social interactive learning environment and student collaborations. It is also a perfect NapSpot for students who wanting to take a break and revive from fatigue and exhaustion due to studying over night.

We understand that you cannot sleep early at night because you might be doing exam preparation, writting essays, finishing off assignments or any othre reasons. But the next day, you will struggle throughout the day. If that's so, why don't come down to MUSE or Bassline and grab a bin bag or find some spot and take a nap? It will boost your performance throughout the day.

Also it provides personal work spaces like the one on the right-hand side. While studying you some times want to take a break or take a nap then bring a bin bag next to you and jump in whenever you feel like. It is one of the best NapSpot for those who seek for flexibility and it includes with power plug-in, both wired and wireless internet and air-conditioning.

I hope you guys like this NapSpot and share your experience with your friends so they can enjoy a good nap break too!

Writer
James Cho
eungil.cho@students.mq.edu.au

Nap spot: BASSLINE IS THE PLACE TO BE

                                            
Bassline, like a hidden sanctuary, with a quiet and relaxing ambiance, providing an abundance of napping resources such as a comfy table, bean bags or just somewhere to rest your little head, Bassline is the place to be.

Its a hidden hub underneath the Muse that you can escape whenever you feel the need to just take some time off and catch up on that much needed shut eye!

So why not

•  Book a room or..
• Grab a bean bag or...
•  Even just find a comfy spot to lay your head

 Nap with a friend, get a pair or even a group of you, go down to Bassline, book a room and all just rest your head on the table or the couch!




Sources
http://students.mq.edu.au/services_and_facilities/services_facilities_a-z/muse/room_bookings/


Writer:
Lousie Le
Lousie.le@students.mq.edu.au

NapSpot: The Library

The Library

For when you're studying, working hard but all you want to do is nap your trouble away. The library is the place to be! It is so quiet you will sleep like a little baby without any cares. Just don't snore too loud and wake the other nappers. Try to limit the space you take up though as the library can get pretty full during peak times and your fellow students probably wont appreciate someone taking up valuable study space to take a nap. Those little orange circles of goodness are ideal napping spaces because of the comfort! Have fun napping!

Writer -
Katherine McArthur

NapSpot: Muse

Muse

ahhhh muse. Everyone's favourite study/chill out zone/ eating hub (other than the actual hub). It is also a prime napping environment with plenty of hidden areas and closed off sections for you to rest your tired head. This area has the added benefit of super comfy beanbags and cushiony chairs and sometimes even soundproof rooms! Just remember, try not to take up too much room from the actual hard working students who are there to study. Its an easy way to make enemies... 

Go to the coloured section for the comfiest seats! Those little orange pods are highly recommended.


Writer -
Katherine McArthur

NapSpot: Lighthouse Theatre Couch

Location: Lighthouse Theatre W11A, Foyer

This couch is one of the comfiest nap spots I have found during my time on campus. It is soft, cushiony and plush and great for everybody. It's situated within the lighthouse theatre, meaning it's harder to find a time when it is open and you can only really get in if you know the right people. But if you are blessed with that position, then this nap spot is an absolute jewel. It's secluded location means that it is very quiet and free from the effects of the weather. That means it's guaranteed you will not get cold, hot or be effected by the wind.

Being indoors, there are a bunch of power points nearby so that you can charge your phone whilst you snooze. The ultimate plus about this spot is that there is a kitchen available for use nearby. You can microwave your food and get a drink.

However, when the theatre is in use, the theatre is very loud and not suitable for sleeping or getting any work done, also you will most definitely be kicked out and when it's completely empty, it's locked.

Overall, it's a fantastic spot only if you have access to it. 4/5 stars.

Writer:
Julia Gapon
julia.gapon@students.mq.edu.auhttps://twitter.com/MacqNap

NapSpot: The Lake

The Lake

LOOK AT THIS! LOOK AT THE SUNSHINE! AMAZING!!!!

The lake is the perfect napping  environment on a beautiful sunny day! Go soak up that vitamin D and get a tan by the sunning Macquarie Lake. All you need is soft, cushiony laptop case or bag or even a rolled up jacket and you're set! Nap with a friend for extra security of your belongings and play some music to hep with your tranquil experience. This spot is ideal for a midday break as you wont be disturbed by other nappers. Beware of birds though. This spot is notorious for poop.

Writer -
Katherine McArthur

MacqNap Spots - Napping during lectures?

MacqNap Spots - Sleeping in lectures?

Have you ever fallen asleep in your lecture? Well I probably have many numerous times. Although my argument for this is if you aren't learning anything in your lectures, may as well spend the time wisely towards your health. Although of course come back and watch your lectures online when you aren't so tired so you dont get left behind. Either way if you do fall asleep in your lectures, well...At least you turned up.

Hey Alex here with another blog about sleeping. In this blog I'll be talking about sleeping in your lectures. Lets face it, we have done it - Or thought about it- mostly because of lectures being boring or simply not learning anything therefore putting your energy to better use. But fear not, sleeping in lectures may well be one of the best places to sleep in the University, at least according to my experience.

There really isn't much to say to or when you wish to sleep in a lecture. Which is why its one of the best places to nap really. All you might need to do is secure your bag, or if you have friends that want to learn you can get them to look after your things. Although one thing you would need to remember is to sleep properly. This refers back to my other blog about sleeping properly (with reference to sleeping posture in particular). My recommendation would be to get comfortable and make sure your head is not hanging downwards as you will be putting stress on your neck and after pro longed periods of time, this can cause some pain and discomfort. Therefore I recommend you cross your arms and if you can, on the little tables each seat has, nicely rest your arms in a crossed form with your head over them .

Lectures truly are in my opinion one of the best places to sleep while at Uni. Although the downfalls may be in the lecturer joking about you, or even waking you up to make fun of you. But if the lecturer does choose to let you sleep, you may have two to four hours of sleep to catch up on.

Writer:
Aleksandar Bjelosevic
aleksandar.bjelosevic@students.mq.edu.au 

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NapSpot: Macquarie Theatre Wall-Holes

Location: Macquarie Theatre W2.4A - First floor, right next to lecture hall entrance

Now that we're back to uni with the end of the holidays, that means that we're back to napping at uni and taking advantage of all the cosy spaces. In my first week back at uni, I discovered this not-so-hidden beauty when waiting for my tutorial to start upstairs. 

Immediately, there are some great pluses to napping here, the padding is surprisingly comfortable and there is plenty of room to stretch out your legs. The vibrant red colour is very eye-catching and the whole little 'cubicle' is aesthetically pleasing, new and modern. It feels like you're napping in style. Also, if you lie across it completely, you achieve the illusion of privacy as you face a wall and are cradled by three wall surfaces. When there are no classes, this corridor is usually very empty. The opposing side of the corridor has large glass windows looking out into the beautiful greenery also welcome in a large amount of sunshine, perfect for a spring nap. Sure there are many people passing the windows outside but people rarely look into them so your privacy is somewhat secured.

Unfortunately, a lot of downsides arise from napping here. First of all, the large opposing glass windows are great, but they let in so much light so you don't get any of that 'nap mood lighting'. Also, the red looks great and all but if you know your nap colours, and I sure do, blue is ideal to evoke a sleepy mood. Red, not so much. Of course the biggest problem I have with this spot is the fact that there aren't any power points nearby so you're not gonna want to spend much time here if your phone is on low battery. But the biggest problem by far is the fact that it is immediately next to the main entrance to the biggest and newest lecture hall in Macquarie uni. I'm sure you're not going to want to wake up to hundreds of people standing beside you as you nap away and they await their lecture. Kind of awkward. 

I think this spot is great for relaxing, it's comfy, looks good and very cosy with a great illusion of privacy. However, it's not the kind of spot where you want to let your guard down and fall asleep because you could wake up to a semi-awkward situation.

I give it a total of 3 out of 5 stars.

Writer:
Julia Gapon
julia.gapon@students.mq.edu.auhttps://twitter.com/MacqNap