Are you just NOT a morning person?
Neither are we…but we’ve found a way to make it work…and you can, too!
Sleep experts shared these tips with Fox News:
Do it in stages, not all at once If you’re always tired in the morning, you might need to go to bed earlier but don’t try to change it overnight. Start getting in bed 15 minutes earlier each night to let your internal clock adjust little by little.
Open curtains and turn on lights as soon as you wake up Light tells your body it’s time to be alert and active and that happens slower if your place is too dim.
Be consistent with your sleep schedule Don’t sleep in or switch it up too much on weekends…consistency is key.
Don’t hit snooze Make it a rule: As soon as your alarm goes off, you’ve got five seconds to start getting up.
Take melatonin but not right before bed Try taking it a few hours before bed to tell your body it’s time to start winding down.
Try the “RISE” method. “R” is for “refrain” from hitting snooze, “I” is for “increase” physical activity, “S” stands for “shower” or “splash” water on your face, and “E” stands for “exposure” to light as soon as possible.
Good luck…we’ll have a cup of coffee waiting for you! ☕
