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How To Stay Awake In Class

10 Tips To Staying Awake In Class

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Staying awake in class seems to get harder with each semester, and it is always a problem for college students. We could all use that extra push to help us make it until that glorious moment when the teacher says “You’re dismissed.” So here are some awesome tips to help you stay awake in class.

1. Get a good night’s sleep beforehand

Believe me, I know I sound like your mother, but it actually works. Sleeping for at least eight hours a night really helps in getting to the final class of the day.

2. Eat a snack either during or before class

Eating a snack gives you a little energy boost better than any energy drink could especially if it’s something like an apple or another healthy fruit.

3. Fidget Cubes

In case you do not know what this amazing invention is, it is a little cube full of buttons, switches, joysticks, etc. all to help your mind focus during task that may just make you want to take a nap right there on the classroom floor.

4. Shower before class

If you have an 8:00 am class then you probably already do this, but if you have a class at 2:30 in the afternoon and decided to take a nap after your 11:30 am class, it may actually help you stay awake.

5. Take a quick restroom break

Even if you do not have to use the restroom taking a minute just to splash some water on your face and walk around in between the restroom and your class is a great wake-me-up.


6.Sing that song that has been stuck in your head

No, not out loud, just in your head. If you have any sort of musical ability, then rocking out (in your head) to your favorite song may help you stay awake. But please do not be that person that hums or whistles the song…just don’t…

7. Observe everything your teacher does

Imagine your Sherlock Holmes on a case and watch everything your teacher does like you’re trying to solve a puzzle. Don’t be creepy about it though.

8. Stretch a little bit

Take a minute and just stretch. Stretch your legs, your arms, whatever will help you wake up. Just make sure you stay seated and do this. Don’t start working out in the middle of class or something.


9. Try not to browse the Internet

If you’re anything like me then browsing through your Twitter just gets tiring after a few minutes so try to avoid looking through social media, BuzzFeed, etc. Kylie Jenner’s acne breakout can wait, I promise you.

10. Avoid Caffeine

I know some people love coffee, but it is not the best thing for you to drink first thing in the morning. Try a class of water to jump-start your body and drink water throughout the day to stay awake.


So there you go nine amazing ways to stay awake during your classes. I hope these help you as much as possible. Please feel free to share this with your friends and follow this page and the Anderson University Odyssey group. Thank you!

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