Staying awake in the morning?

Question

I have this problem where when i wake up in the morning, with my alarm clock, i unconsciously (without knowing i am) press the snooze button. The problem this causes is that while i want to take up at 4 a.m., i wind up waking up at 6 a.m. after pressing the snooze for 2 hours, not remembering a thing. It's gotten so bad that (i've tried multiple alarm clocks scattered everywhere in my room btw) that i now have a make-shift "cage" of sorts for my alarm clock. It's hinges are attached to my desk and i can lock it, sort of like a safe. But even that doesnt stop me. I've tried eating the instant i get up, but that only works a small percentage of the time. Plus, the food needs to be right by my clock so the food will wind up cold and not so good tasting. What should i try that you think will work?

Also i have no way to go to sleep earlier, i'm always busy until midnight.

Answer 1

Step OneAssess how many hours you sleep each night. Most people need between 7 and 9 hours per night.
2Step TwoNotice how long it takes you to fall asleep at night. If you are still awake after 30 minutes, either you're going to bed before you're tired or you may be suffering from insomnia.
3Step ThreeLengthen your sleep time if you are not getting enough. Do it in 15-minute increments until you feel rested in the morning.
4Step FourCheck out your bed. If you wake up achy and sore, it may be time for a new mattress.
5Step FiveBlock out the light. Hang curtains or draw the blinds tightly. Wear an eye mask. Light disrupts the normal circadian rhythms and signals the body that it's time to wake up.
6Step SixKeep out the noise. If necessary, wear earplugs. Or use "white noise" such as a fan to block out irritating sounds.
7Step SevenSet the temperature. Optimal sleep happens in rooms that are cool - neither hot nor cold.
8Step EightAsk your bed partner if you snore. Or if you live alone, have a friend spend the night with you. If you snore very loudly and wake up feeling very tired, you may be experiencing sleep apnea. Consult your doctor if this is the case.
9Step NineAvoid drinking alcohol late at night, especially if you find yourself waking up several times during the night. Alcohol may help us fall asleep faster, but it can disrupt sleep patterns.
10Step TenAvoid heavy meals late at night. They can interfere with digestion, which may keep you awake and restless.
11Step Eleven Seal up your mattress, pillow and comforter. Allergies to dust mites can leave you feeling groggy in the morning. These covers are sold in stores, online and through mail order.
12Step Twelve Stick to a regular sleep schedule. Go to bed and get up at about the same time every day, even if you don't have to go to work. You will sleep better and feel better in the morning.
Tips & Warnings
If you are able to wake up without an alarm clock and feel refreshed and rested, you are probably getting enough sleep.
Relax before going to bed. Drink a cup of herbal tea, take a hot bath, do light exercise, read a good book.
Cut down on or eliminate caffeine. Caffeine is present in coffee, tea, many soft drinks and chocolate. Too much caffeine can affect your sleep. People who need coffee to wake up in the morning tend to be groggier than those who don't.
Examine your overall health. If you feel tired and lack energy no matter how well you sleep, there may be another health problem going on. Speak to a health professional.

Answer 2

OK-- part of the problem may be that it's not light enough in the mornings at this time of year, so your natural tendency is to want to stay in bed. When that alarm goes off, you should turn on a night light or a low wattage light to help you wake up. You can even get an electronic timer to turn on a light for you. Another part of the problem could be dietary. Everyone gets energy from food. Do you eat a protein-based breakfast in the morning? Do you eat sugary garbage stuff in the morning? Do you go out on an empty tank? Eat a protein bar or a high protein energy shake w fruit blended in.

Answer 3

My problem was never that bad, but I used to subconsciously turn my alarm clock off when it sounded. Then I'd wake up hours later and late for work or for class. Since it was a subconscious problem, I found that telling myself over and over before I fell asleep that I needed to wake up when the alarm clock went off helped a bit. I don't know whether bracing myself for the alarm really worked or not, but it solves the problem on occasion.
Maybe keep a bottle of water beside your bed? Or a breakfast drink. Try to get into a habit of doing the exact same things when you go to bed and wake up.
Whatever eventually works for you, make sure to keep the same ritual before going to bed each night. The more you change things up, the harder it will be for your brain to adjust to waking up in the morning.

Answer 4

There is a reason your body is forcing you to sleep later. You may be busy until Midnight, but that's the whole problem. Until you are willing to get enough sleep, you will continue to suffer these bouts of sleep walking.

Four hours isn't enough sleep for anyone. Your body is only trying to protect itself. Find a new way to manage your time. Go to sleep 7 hours before you want to wake up, and the problem will go away.

To go to sleep, always turn your lights off an hour before trying to sleep so your body has a chance to make Melatonin, which is a vital brain chemical for sleep. Then go to bed.

Answer 5

More than anything, get rid of ALL snooze buttons.

Make sure you don't have anything interrupting your sleep, even stuff you dont realize is disturbing you; snoring/apnea, outside sounds (use a fan on all night to muffle other sounds), lights or tv on. Turn them off.

Be sure not to read or watch tv right before bed. Have some chamomile tea or warm milk...seriously...and just be quiet before bed. If you must read, choose something that is least likely to stir your mind. Try an old book you have read before many times.

Go to bed at a time that gives you at LEAST 8 hours. I know, trust me, you need it.

Try a coffee maker with a timer.

STOP allowing yourself to put off getting up! Just do it and after a few days of always getting right up, you will get up easier and easier.

Never do other stuff in your bed. You know what I mean. Don't lie in bed to read, watch tv, etc. Keep your bed made, comfy, and for sleeping only.

No caffeine after 11 am.

Answer 6

Well if you want to wake up ~~@ a set time~buy $ 3 or 4 $2- electic clocks.

Set them 5 mins apart , keep them metres away from the bed where you cant reach them.
S@)S oon the beeping of 4 snooze buzzers will really wake you!
try taking cat naps during the day eh?

Answer 7

Put your alarm clock far away (then you have to walk to reach it). After you press snooze, go to the bathroom and splash cold water onto your face (be prepared!). When you're finally awake, you can go and turn off your alarm. Then drink some tea, coffee, etc. (Anything w/ caffeine!)

Answer 8

staying awake morning

Answer 9

When it comes to this worse, it is more of a mental challenge. You just have to tell yourself to get up once the alarm is on. The hard part is to actually get yourself up, so once you can do that there are things that you could do to keep yourself awake. For example, take a shower or jog around your neighborhood. Exercise will certainly stimulates your body and brain cells and keep them awake and functioning.

Answer 10

try sleeping earlier the night before and you might wake up before your alarm clock. I tried it and that really did happen.