How to stay awake

Knowing how to stay awake is a key skill for being a student, and indeed for life.

Food/drink

• Drink water or soft drinks.
• Drink coffee or an energy drink.
• Eat a protein bar.
• Eat an apple.
• Eat pungent foods.
• Eat sunflower seeds that are still in the husk. Crack them open one at a time in your mouth.

• But don't eat too many.

Physical activity

• Walk or move around.
• Go to the bathroom.
• Wash your face.
• Brush your teeth.
• Take a shower.
• Go for a run.

Environment

• Get some cold air. Open the window.
• Listen to loud music (with headphones), but not 'easy listening' music.
• Turn on some lights.
• Avoid leaning back and lying down, especially on your bed.
• Dress up in business attire.

Other

• Switch between activities.