How to Wake Up Early

Tip #27: Do Not Go To Bed If You Do Not Feel Sleepy

Okay, this one may sound a little too obvious, but hear me out…

Tip #21: Wake Up With the Sun

Do not worry, this tip is not about waking up at 4 a.m., so keep reading…

Tip #20: Understand Sleep Mechanics

We always have a better chance to succeed in things which we understand and where we know underlying principles and laws, as opposed to things we do not understand. Let’s see how understanding sleep mechanics can help you sleep better and wake up earlier.

Tip #19: Why Alarm Clocks Can Be Bad and How To Use Them the Right Way

We continue our quest to find the best ways on how to wake yourself up early in the morning and do it consistently. If you search the web for “how to wake up early” or “alarm clocks” you will definitely find Vincent Cheung’s article “Alarm clocks are bad. How to wake up and feel better.” This article has got almost 3,000 diggs and a number of links for a reason – it includes a trick on how to wake up early that Vincent has successfully used for years and now shares with his readers.

Tip #13: Avoid Alcohol, Tobacco and Caffeine

Many people these days try to reduce or manage stress with the use of stimulants which can be found in abundance in most foods and drinks we consume. While a cup of coffee in the morning may have a positive effect on your energy level and mental abilities, it can also cause insomnia and sleep deprivation.

Tip #9: Do Not Eat Before Going to Bed

This tip is not so much about how to wake up early, but about how to fall asleep faster. Don’t eat too much right before bedtime—it’s that simple. You may have a light snack two hours before bedtime, but not later.

Tip #6: Sleep with Fresh Air

Your ability to wake up early is heavily influenced by the quality of your sleep. Freshen the air in your room before you go to sleep (or just sleep with the windows open if the temperature outside allows), and you will have more relaxed and deeper sleep. In addition to that, this will also help you fall asleep faster!

Tip #5: Take a Nap in the Afternoon

If you struggle to wake up early in the morning, chances are your body doesn’t get enough sleep. Try taking a nap for 20–30 minutes during the day, and it will help reduce stress and make you feel refreshed.

Tip #2: Go to Bed and Get Up at the Same Time Every Day

It’s a good habit that you must acquire – not just to help you wake up early easier, but also to fall asleep faster. This pairs well with going to bed early.

Tip #1: To Wake Up Early, Go to Bed Early

As simple as it seems, this tip can be hard to stick to, which is why we put it as number one. Having enough sleep is important not only for waking up early, but also for feeling energized, productive and focused the next day. It may easily be the best technique to solve your waking up problems.