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10 Tips for Staying Awake

By , About.com Guide

Updated January 05, 2011

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Keep the environment cool.
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If you have ever found yourself dozing off in a room that is a bit too warm, you certainly recognize the benefits of keeping things a little on the cool side. Our environment can have a significant impact on our sleep and our ability to maintain wakefulness. By turning down the temperature (to a level that is within reason, perhaps 68 degrees or even a few degrees cooler), it will help you to stay alert.

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