How to Be an Early Bird

Ever want to wake up early but always lay back down? Follow these steps and you'll be out of bed in no time.

Steps

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   Make sure to get at least eight hours of sleep. Children and teens need more amount of sleep, because they are growing during the night.
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   Know when you are going to take a shower. Whether it is at night or in the morning plan ahead. If you are taking a shower in the morning you might want to wake up a little bit earlier.
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   Put your alarm clock on the other side of the room. Make sure you can hear it still, but make sure you have to get up. The closer to the door (or bathroom) the better.
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   Freshen up in the morning. Especially if you are taking a shower the night before. Brush your hair and your teeth.
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   Know what you are going to wear. Do you know where your shoes are? What kind of clothes are you going to wear?
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   Read a good book or take a hot bath before you go to bed. Never read a scary book though. This will help your mind relax.
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   Listening to classical music. Something soothing and relaxing will calm you down before sleeping.
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   If you hear things during the night (like crickets, dogs, snoring, etc. try using a fan. It can drown out the noise. Listening to an iPod with soft music will also help.
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   Have a stuffed animal. It may really help.
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    In the morning when you are thinking, "Just fifteen more minutes and I will get up," just get up! You might oversleep and wake up way later than expected.
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    Always leave a little bit early.