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Tips on how to stay awake

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infoman Thu 17-Feb-22 07:49:16

for one night only.
Its special event I am attending,I normally get up early at 04:00am and have to go to bed to early approx 8pm.
I don't have problems sleeping its just I would like any tips on staying awake till approx midnight,although I will be keeping away from the booze.
Any advice most wellcome.

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Grandmabatty Thu 17-Feb-22 07:53:06

Would a nap in the afternoon help? Definitely caffeine so coffee or strong tea.

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shysal Thu 17-Feb-22 07:54:40

Could you manage a nap earlier in the day? That is what I do.
I hope you enjoy your special event.

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lemsip Thu 17-Feb-22 09:05:54

why do you get up at 4am?

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infoman Fri 18-Feb-22 05:10:29

Work pattern for over 30 years and I can't do anything about it.

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NotAGran55 Fri 18-Feb-22 05:29:14

A short walk in the fresh air followed by a shower, hair wash and fresh clothes.
Double espresso, light protein meal, and good to go.
i.e pretend that you are starting the day again.

I used to work shifts, one being 8-1 followed by returning at 10pm the same day though till 8am and this method worked for me.

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infoman Sat 19-Feb-22 00:49:46

Well as you can see by the time,
I have managed to get through to the end of the function.
Sauna on friday morning
sleep and rest in the afternoon
Chicken and scrambled eggs in the late part of the afternoon.
I did not drink any booze,water only,which meant I could drive to the event and back using my own car.
Thanks to everyone for their advice.

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NotAGran55 Sat 19-Feb-22 06:57:18

That’s good news infoman.
I wonder if your late night might help to reset your body clock?

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infoman Sun 20-Feb-22 18:45:55

I don't think so,
but if I ever have to have another late night,I will use the formula again.

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