In college, we are all so busy. From endless assignments and due dates, from midterms and finals, to working part time jobs, it can sometimes be very difficult to get an adequate amount of sleep. Although you should try your best to put your health and sleep first, there are always the occasional nights where this sometimes just might not be possible. Whether you’re just really busy, or have a bad case of insomnia, here’s how to survive a day on little to no sleep:
Don’t panic, carry on with your day: It can be easy to assume that you’re going to have a terrible day if you’ve barely slept, but don’t panic. You’d be surprised at how you can function normally on little sleep. The more you think about it, the more you will drag yourself down and make your mood worse. Keep thinking positively and carry out your day as you normally would.
Drink that coffee: When you’ve had a bad night, drink that coffee because you deserve it! Coffee can actually give you a really good boost of energy that you may need, and is a much healthier substitute than sugary energy drinks.
Take a nap: If you take a 15-30 minute power nap, it can leave you feeling a bit more refreshed than before. Be careful not to nap too long though, long naps can make you feel more tired and groggy, as well as mess with your sleep schedule at night!
Exercise: Getting your blood moving is scientifically a great way to wake up. Exercising will have you feeling more energized and ready to take on the rest of the day!
Eat a healthy meal: Eating fruits and vegetables will boost your immune system. Eat these instead of anything sugary or large amounts of carbohydrates, as they can burn you out and make you crash.