How to Wake Up for Class Without Crying.

By Paula Gwyneth Sanusi

*RING!* *RING!!!* *-snooze*

Is this you? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there before!

Now I don’t claim to be an expert, I STILL sleep on my alarms. But I’ve been able to wake up for class WITHOUT crying- 80% of the time. Here’s how:

METHOD 1: Actually Sleep Early

Yes. Actually do it. Think about how much you regret doing those all-nighters! Don’t start anything that’ll keep you up beyond 12pm. You can do all that TOMORROW. Keep your phone turned off, no distracting blue lights! Tuck yourself in your comfy blanket and zzz…… It might be hard at the start, but trust me. You’ll feel much better with 8 hours of sleep.

METHOD 2: Consume!

If you’re the type to take 1-2 hours to fall asleep, or you feel so groggy throughout the day that you need to take multiple naps, consume! To help you sleep: there are sleeping gummies, supplements, relaxing tea, etc. To keep you awake: vitamins, caffeine, energy drinks, prescribed stimulants if you have ADHD like me, and more!

METHOD 3: Buddy-Buddy System

Grab a friend, a relative, a loved one! anyone! I used to be unable to wake up before noon, but since I wanted to be in the same timezone as a loved one in another country, I was able to wake up at 6am. Make plans with someone, show up, and enjoy! That’s two birds with one stone!

METHOD 4: Make it easier!

Instead of waking up crying because you have to attend morning classes, take afternoon classes instead! or night classes if you like to function on a night shift. You don’t have to deal with this like everybody else, going the other way might be better for you!

METHOD 5: Reward Yourself.

Reward yourself for waking up for classes without crying! No pain, no gain. But don’t think about the pain, think about the gain! It could be small things, like that cafeteria food you like. You’re not getting that anywhere else unless you wake up for class! You could also take a little detour after class to treat yourself to a nice me-time activity. Think of how to make waking up more fun and enticing for yourself!