The class atmosphere is dim and the teacher's voice sounds like lullaby music to make students feel bored and sleepy, especially if you're tired, stayed up all night, or couldn't sleep well. To stay awake, participate in class, prepare snacks, and do creative things.
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Method 1 of 3: Participating in Class
Step 1. Sit on the front bench
You will be more awake if you sit where the teacher can see. In addition, you will find it easier to focus and participate in class because you are seated in the front row. That way, you'll sit close to active students so their voices keep you awake.
Step 2. Participate when there is an opportunity for discussion
In addition to paying attention to the material being explained, ask the teacher questions and answer if the teacher asks. Do this if you feel tired or bored listening to the teacher's explanation because you can get a detailed explanation by asking questions. Talking also keeps you active and awake.
- Before entering class, intend to answer the teacher's questions or ask at least 3 questions for each subject.
- So that the teacher does not feel disturbed, ask questions according to the topic being discussed. For example, say to the teacher, "Sir, I don't understand the last part of the explanation about proof. Would you be willing to explain it again in more detail?"
Step 3. Listen actively to the material being explained
Active listening keeps you awake because it engages the mind and body. Even if you don't take notes, you will stay awake if you listen actively during the lesson.
In order to be able to listen to the material being explained, make eye contact with the teacher, direct your gaze to the teacher, focus your attention, visualize the material being explained, ask questions when the teacher stops talking, answer questions, use gestures or body language that expresses that you understand when the teacher delivers important information
Step 4. Interact with friends
Discussions in groups are a good time to interact with friends so you don't fall asleep. Engage in the conversation and provide useful opinions. Find a seat next to a friend who actively participates in class and talks a lot during the discussion.
Step 5. Record the material taught in detail
Listening attentively and taking detailed notes are effective ways to focus your attention and stay active in class. Use a ballpoint pen and other stationery to mark important information. Mark using different colors to keep your mind focused.
For students who find it easier to understand the lesson visually, draw a doodle on the page being studied. Additionally, you can use donkey bridges, photos, and flowcharts when
Step 6. Choose a seat with brighter lighting
If you are still sleepy on your way to school and can choose a seat, sit in a brighter place, unless the teacher teaches using PowerPoint or plays a movie because at this time, the lights are usually turned off.
Step 7. Ask a classmate for help
Sit next to a friend who doesn't fall asleep easily. Before class begins, ask if he'd like to pat you on the back or rock your chair if you fall asleep. You'll stay awake if someone else is there to help.
Method 2 of 3: Preparing Food and Drink
Step 1. Drink coffee or caffeinated tea before class
A cup of coffee or tea can relieve drowsiness if taken before class starts, especially if the lesson will be long enough. If possible, prepare a cup of coffee or tea and put it in a bottle because caffeine makes you feel fresh again in no time!
Step 2. Bring an energy drink to refresh yourself
If you don't like coffee, bring an energy drink to drink during breaks or class changes. However, be prepared to experience a drop in blood sugar levels a few hours later.
Energy drinks should not be consumed regularly because they contain a lot of caffeine and sugar. Regular consumption of energy drinks makes you tired quickly
Step 3. Drink cold water
Bring cold water in a bottle. In addition to keeping the body hydrated, you will get a little energy intake from the cold when you drink cold water. That way, you will stay awake, be able to concentrate, and not get tired easily.
Step 4. Get in the habit of eating 3 times a day
Even if you take lessons in the morning, afternoon, or evening, make it a habit to eat a balanced menu every day to prevent fatigue. Food is a source of energy that keeps you awake. Do not eat foods that are high in carbohydrates, such as pasta just before class starts because it will trigger drowsiness.
- Choose a healthy diet, such as fruits, vegetables, protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
- As a breakfast menu, you can eat Greek yogurt sprinkled with granola, bran cereal, and strawberries.
Step 5. Bring snacks as a source of energy intake
During breaks or changing lessons, have a snack to keep yourself awake. Eating a snack keeps you energized and has activities to do, instead of just focusing on feeling tired and sleepy.
- Prepare healthy snacks in the lunch box, such as nuts, raisins, fruits, or vegetables, such as mini carrots or celery sticks.
- Don't be too noisy while eating snacks so that it doesn't grab your attention and your friends don't feel disturbed.
- Don't eat fatty, sweet, or salty foods so you don't get tired quickly.
Method 3 of 3: Keeping Your Body Healthy
Step 1. Get in the habit of sleeping at least 8 hours every day
Getting enough sleep at night is the best way to stay awake in class. Many students are able to live their daily lives well because of 8 hours of sleep a night, but you may need to sleep longer as needed. Getting into the habit of going to bed at the same time every night is a way to train your body to form a sleep pattern that makes you sleepy and wakes up early at a certain time.
- Before going to bed at night, take time to relax and relax without turning on your phone, doing homework, or other stressors.
- In addition to exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep at night can prevent fatigue during the day.
Step 2. Try to sit up upright and do muscle stretches while sitting.
Proper posture keeps you awake and keeps your body in shape. Do light stretches to feel refreshed, for example by twisting your wrists, shoulders, and neck.
- Challenge yourself to keep your body from slouching. Adjust your posture by sitting back up straight each time you start to bend over.
- If you can choose, sit in a chair or use a less comfortable table so you don't slouch.
Step 3. Walk around before and after the lesson
Physical activity is a way of conveying information to the body that now is not the time to sleep. Take breaks by taking leisurely walks, leaving class if the teacher allows, and engaging in activities to increase blood flow to keep you awake. You'll feel tired afterwards, but it's still worth it.
- If you feel sleepy during class, ask the teacher for permission to go to the restroom and then return to class immediately. You will feel more refreshed even if it's just a short walk.
- Use the stairs if the class is on an upper floor because this method can speed up the rhythm of your heart rate and make you more awake.
Tips
- In order not to feel tired when taking lessons in the morning, get into the habit of getting 8 hours of sleep every night.
- Take advantage of the time to take a nap if there is a long enough rest time.
