How To Get By On Very Little Sleep

Switch Tasks

If it is not possible to get up from your desk very often; try simply switching tasks. Typically, most of us have a long list of tasks that need to accomplished, so try switching up tasks to the next one on the list until you are awake enough to return to the original task. You may want to prioritize the tasks on your to-do list to be able to get done what you need to get done today and push off tasks for another day, when you are most rested.

Think Light Lunches

When you ingest too many carbs during the day, or eat heavy meals, this will actually hinder your ability to stay awake on less sleep, especially in the afternoon. Carbohydrates provide shorts burst of energy that will leave you feeling burnt out when the fuel is spent. Eat plenty of light proteins such as chicken or fish, as well as fruits and vegetables, to maintain the sensation of feeling full and awake during the day.