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How can I start waking up early for school?

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Work on your night routine, adding stretches or a mini meditation session before bed to relax better. What time you go to bed dictates how early you can wake up, so be mindful of how many hours you truly need to feel yourself and rested, and calculate that to your ideal wake up time to understand when you need to be in bed by.

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Why is waking up for school so hard?

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Remember that your PM routine affects your AM routine. Try to have a great night routine so your body understands that you're preparing to sleep. This way, you'll sleep better and have an easier time waking up.

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Which is better: taking a shower first, or eating breakfast first?

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Taking a shower first, so you can feel fresh and clean while eating breakfast.

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What do I do if I'm trying to go to sleep early and the rest of my family makes too much noise?

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You can ask your family to please quiet down: "Excuse me, I'm going to bed now. Please be a little quieter." If they still don't, consider closing your door and put on some relaxing music.

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Would I have to set an alarm?

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Yes, unless a family member is able to wake you up. You don't wanna be late!

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How do I wake up without an alarm?

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Ask someone in your household to wake you up. If that is not an option, you really must have an alarm clock or you risk being late for school.

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What time should an 11-year-old go to bed?

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It depends on what time school starts and how long it takes the 11-year-old to get ready in the morning. Preteens should get 9-10 hours of sleep per night, so if he/she has to get up at 7:00 a.m. to make it to school on time, he/she should go to bed by 9/9:30 p.m.

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How do I stop being so tired when I wake up in the mornings?

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Go to bed earlier. If you're always tired when you wake up, you're not getting enough sleep. If you're getting 9-10 hours of sleep and you're still tired, talk to your doctor to rule out any potential medical conditions.

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What should I do if I sleep through an alarm clock?

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Set a second alarm, like one at 6:00 and one at 6:15. If there's someone else in your house, you can also ask them to wake you up if they don't see you by say, 6:20, or whatever time you absolutely need to be up by.

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How do I stop going to bed too late because of homework?

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You should start doing your homework when you get home from school, rather than at night or waiting until the last minute.

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Is 5:30 AM a reasonable time for kids to wake up for school?

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It could be. It depends on what time school starts, how long it takes the kids to get ready, and how long the commute takes.

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I moved the alarm away from my bed, but I still get up and switch it off and go back to sleep. What should I do?

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You could hide your alarm, or wake up and look forward to something good that day, and maybe that would help you wake up.

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It's very hard for me to wake up. Like very hard. Do you have any special tips?

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Reward yourself with something you like for breakfast, such as Nutella toast. Once you start thinking, "Oh, that delicious toast is waiting for me," then you'll get up right away and wolf down that toast!

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How do I fall asleep to ambient noise if I'm not allowed to have a phone in my room?

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Some alarm clocks play ambient noise. You could also ask your parents for a white noise machine, or just use a fan.

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What should I drink if I'm not allowed to drink coffee and I'm tired when waking up early for school?

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If you're allowed to drink caffeinated soda, that would be a good option. But a protein shake or a smoothie will wake you up and give you the energy you need to start your day.

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What do I do if I don't hear an alarm in the morning when trying to wake up early for school?

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Make sure you set your alarm at the highest volume possible, and maybe even set a second alarm for a few minutes later just in case the first one doesn't wake you up. If all else fails, ask a parent or sibling to make sure you're awake by a certain time.

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I have to get to my school trip at 6:00 a.m. How early should I wake up to do that?

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It depends on how long it takes to get ready. Fewer decisions make an easier routine, so pack your school bag and outfit the night before. This way you get to sleep in more and have a shorter routine. You should probably wake up at 4:40-5:00 a.m.

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How much sleep should a teenager get?

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A teenager should get between 7 and 9 and a half hours of sleep.

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I wake up very late. How can I get back to my sleeping schedule?

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Try putting your alarm far away so you have to get up to turn it off. Also, make the alarm sound annoying so you don't sleep though it. If possible, have someone check to make sure you're up.

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What if I have insomnia and can't sleep? None of these strategies seem to work, and being sleep-deprived only makes my day seem to be worse.

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Talk to your doctor about your insomnia. If being sleep-deprived makes your day worse, try to think about something you're thankful for every morning, or leave motivational sticky notes on your bathroom mirror the night before, anything that will make you feel better.

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Why do I feel lazy after I wake up?

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Most people do. And it's even worse if you've just been on summer break and you're used to sleeping in. Make sure you're getting at least 8-10 hours of sleep. If you're not, go to bed earlier. When you get up in the morning, jump straight in the shower to wake yourself up.

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Can dipping my face in cold or sparkling water help me wake up early for school?

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Yes! A lot of people find that splashing cold water on their face helps them to wake up quickly in the morning.

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If I eat too large of a dinner, does that cause me to not be hungry for breakfast?

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Well, when you think about it, you normally eat every few hours. Going to bed and sleeping for a few hours will leave it time to digest and so probably not unless you ate like 3 hours before waking up. It really depends on if you need more calories.

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How long do I need to sleep as a 16 year old?

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Teens need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night to function best Most teens do not get enough sleep. A study has reported that only 15% reported sleeping 8 1/2 hours on school nights.

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