How To Look Approachable

Parties and other social functions can really be a drag sometimes. You stand by the punchbowl or sit down on a sofa and watch everybody else mingling, but nobody seems to want to chat with you. You're attractive, witty, and interesting - what's wrong with these people? It could be that you're sending out the wrong signals. No matter how beautiful you are or how good a conversationalist.you can be, if you look intimidating, preoccupied or scared, people might not be inclined to talk to you. Here's how to use your body language to look more friendly and approachable.

Steps

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   Smile. A warm, inviting smile can put anyone at ease, and it also makes you look like you're having a great time. Smiling makes people want to be around you and get in on the fun.
   
   
   • If you catch someone's eye, be sure to give a little smile, and be sure to smile often during small talk. It lets people know you appreciate talking to them.
   • Smile with your eyes. When you do make eye contact, don't stare or glare. Instead, soften your eye expression and make your eyes "smile" or "twinkle" to show that you're friendly and interested in talking to the other person.
   • If you're not sure how to smile with your eyes, get in front of a mirror and practice smiling without using your mouth. For most people, the eyes are actually more important than the mouth in considering whether or not a smile is genuine.
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   Open up. When people are uncomfortable in a situation they have a tendency to close off from others and display closed body language. If you'd rather not be left alone, live it and show it.
   
   
   • Be curious about the people around you. Don't be scared to ask people questions and start conversations. Every one shares a dislike of breaking the ice, but you'll shine for
   • Be ready for conversation. If someone starts a conversation with you, be receptive.
   • Make sure you're displaying your openness by angling yourself toward other people, sitting or standing with an upright (but not stiff) posture, and uncrossing your arms.
   • Observe in what ways other are open to you, or have been in the past. Try to get into their mindset and learn from their openness.
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   Use your eyes. Your eyes are not only your window to the world, they're also other people's window into you. If you bury your head in a book, stare at the floor, or look up at the ceiling, you close that window.
   
   
   • Scan your environment with your eyes, and don't be afraid to make eye contact with people.
   • You want to give direct eye contact, but not too much. The key to great eye contact is knowing when to look away and when to return to someone's eyes - like after you finish a sentence or when they are beginning to speak.
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   Consider what your body is projecting. We all speak with body language, and you don't have to actually say anything to communicate a message to others. Unfortunately, your body may not always say what you want it to.
   • If you are saying "I'm too busy" or "Leave me alone" with gestures like crossed arms or downward eye contact, it's likely people will not interact. Other people watch your body for cues, so it's important to pay attention to what cues you're displaying.
   • Hold yourself with a tall, open stance. Smile when you make eye contact with someone. Hold your body in a relaxed and easy and others will flock to you.
   • Avoid your phone. We all need to send a text once and while, but if you consistently check your phone no one will want to interfere with your busy self. To look approachable you must be accessible.
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   Beware of self-comfort gestures. It's okay to feel nervous, bored or unhappy, but if you really want to socialize and meet people you should be careful not to appear to have any of these negative emotions. If you pay attention to what your body is saying, you can avoid putting up these barriers.
   
   
   • Avoid touching your hand to your face, especially putting it over your mouth. If you have a drink, holding your glass by your mouth can give people the impression that you're not interested in talking to them.
   • Metronomic gestures, such as foot tapping, can signal impatience or boredom, so people may think you don't have time to talk or aren't interested in conversation.
   • Other nervous habits — picking at your cuticles or biting your fingernails for instance — can also make you appear distant or lost in thought.
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   Approach others. If people aren't approaching you, why not go to them? Nothing makes you look more outgoing and approachable than actively seeking out people and talking to them.
   
   
   • Be open minded. A lot of times the reason why we don't approach anyone is because we're being overly judgmental of our surroundings as a defense mechanism. Let yourself appreciate others and truly believe that you can have a great conversation with anyone.
   • Talk about whatever. Although no one likes a babbler, when you're engaging in a conversation, the act is more important than the content. Don't worry about whether or not you're saying the right things. Focus on using your language clearly and talking about things that you think are interesting and the rest will follow.
   • If you're in an environment where you don't know anybody, the longer you wait alone, the more uncomfortable you're bound to feel. See how to talk to strangers for more advice on swiftly joining in the social cheer.
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   Address any deeper issues. The best way to look approachable is to actually enjoy yourself in social interactions. If you always feel anxious in social settings, you need to get over your anxiety.
   
   
   • Talk to friends and family about your social anxiety. Sometimes just letting it all out helps you understand your problems more.
   • Ask someone you trust to give you advice about overcoming anxiety. Maybe you have a friend that's really come out her shell recently - try to learn what worked for her and what may work for you.
   • Seek out social situations. The only way to get to know yourself better and to reduce anxiety for the long term is to put yourself in situations that are outside of your comfort zone. Maybe make a few daily goals, like talking to a welcoming stranger in the coffee shop, or starting a conversation with someone you feel attracted to.
   • Consider professional help. If you feel overwhelmed by improving your social skills, it's not a bad reflection on you to seek professional help - you should be proud of yourself for taking a step. Everyone needs a little extra sometime, and professionals have a wealth of advice and experience to offer.

How to Keep a Sharp Mind and a Good Attitude

We all want to keep our minds sharp and fresh. By working to keep your mind sharp, you can improve your attitude. Nothing angers a person more than not being able to remember important things or events. By having a sharp mind you can figure situations out more effectively and make wiser decisions. There are numerous ways to keep your mind sharp while keeping a good, well-rounded attitude. Reading this article will tell you those ways.

Steps

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   Heed this next statement: No matter how sharp a mind you may have, no one can remember everything. Therefore, don't beat yourself up trying. Learning to write things down helps.
   
   
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   Find and use a special talent. Everyone has some type of special talent. Be open to trying different things. You could find a hidden talent that you are not aware of. Do you learn from sound and voice pitch or from pictures?
   
   
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   Maintain a regular exercise program. It will help to relieve tension. Relieving tension alone can improve your thought patterns. The less tension that you have the sharper your mind will become. You will begin to develop a better attitude as time goes on. You should find a program that works for you.
   
   
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   Write through self-expression. Writing poetry can be relaxing plus it is a great way to express yourself. Not everyone writes poetry so find your own mode of self expression. Try sewing, playing a musical instrument, or gardening. Get a Diary and express your thoughts.
   
   
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   Don't let learning stop just because you're out of school. You are never too old to learn. Go to your local library to gain more knowledge. It is a great place to relax, gather thoughts, and focus on studying. If you have any spare time, carry a book over to the park or stop in at a family restaurant. It all aids in building a sharper better mind, and improves your attitude.
   
   
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   Treat yourself as well as you treat others. It will improve the way you think. You will be a happier individual with a sharper mind and better attitude. Try buying yourself a small gift while out shopping for others. It is always good to give, and being generous is nice, but charity should begin at home. Remember, too, that generosity involves more than just material things and satisfaction is not achieved by consumption.
   
   
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   Figure out for yourself the true meaning of what is important in life. In doing so you will build a sharper mind and a better attitude. For where others may have failed and so never know the true meaning, you may succeed. Search deep inside for your inner self.
   
   
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   Try to find some common sense in life. You are truly blessed if you have common sense. There is nothing like good old common sense, for without it how can you possibly achieve having a sharp mind?
   
   
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   Use your mind more instead of using a calculator or adding machine. This is to say, especially, on simple things that you can easily total up in your head or on a piece of paper. Many people haven't done long division since grade school; give it a try sometime.
   
   
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    Stay focused on making your own decisions. Don't let other people try to make decisions for you. Be firm about speaking for yourself. And don't be afraid of expressing your opinion. Everyone has an opinion and the right to have one. Who knows, your opinion may catch on.
    
    
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    Do things that you enjoy. Jog or run or ski or play ball, fish, write, garden, or whatever makes you happy. It will help you to keep your mind fresh and clear and keep your attitude at it's best.
    
    
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    Learn some basic memory techniques. To start off with, you could find some books written by Tony Buzan (Mind Maps) or Dominic O'Brien: both of them are top people in the memory world.
    
    
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    Learn from everything you do. When mowing, figure out the most efficient route, When reading try to read faster, try to improve on every detail, try to write neatly, avoid using spell check, and so on. If you constantly and consistently learn, you will succeed in life, and consequently surpass your fellow workers.
    
    
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    Learn to improve your mental ability in domains such as logic, problem solving, mental orientation and corrective thought process. Doing so allows one to improve upon their rationality, and with increased rationality comes an improved attitude towards a given situation.
    
    

How to Notice When Being Manipulated

Trying to understand someone's motive for doing something is a helpful skill to have. A person's motive for his or her actions can vary from wanting to be kind or friendly to deceitful and selfish, and anywhere in between. By learning how to spot situations where you might be in danger of being manipulated by someone whose motives may not be in your favor, you can learn how to protect yourself.

Steps

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   Try not to guess at what another person's motive could be, especially in matters that involve trying to build a sudden but serious friendship or relationship.
   
   
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   Watch out for new friends or buddies at work, such as right after a big job promotion. If that promotion involves being a boss or supervisor, beware of people trying to butter up to you simply because you're the new boss. This doesn't mean that you should assume anyone being friendly is trying to take advantage of you, but don't get into a situation where your personal involvement with them interferes with doing your job well.
   
   
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   Beware of the manipulative sales pitch. A sales person isn't really concerned for your welfare. If you feel like you're being pressured into buying something - especially an expensive something. If they're not willing to give you the chance to look around, then chances are they're not really offering you the best deal in town.
   
   
   
   
   • Do your homework before buying. Check competitors and consumer reviews to make sure that what you're being sold is worth what you're paying for it.
   • Get estimates! Look for the offers that may not be the rock-bottom cheapest, but that include the most comprehensive amount of work and follow-up for the best price. This can apply to all sorts of situations; Auto mechanics, Plumbers/builders/repair contractors of any sort, Doctors and Dentists.
   • Don't be afraid to get a second opinion for any costly treatment or procedure. It is your right to make sure you are getting the best possible care at the best price. Ask as many questions as you want, until you're sure you understand the full situation. If the person's motive really is because they're concerned about your well-being or giving the best deal, they'll happily give you all the information and time you need to make your decision.
   • Buyer beware! A Realtor or an individual could have a very strong motive for selling a house at a "rock bottom price", such as some sort of structural flaw that makes it unsafe. Ask about the history of the property, and why it is being offered at such a low price. Get a building surveyor in to do a thorough top-to-bottom check on the whole property, so you don't miss anything that may affect your decision to buy. Study the market on similar properties so you have a good idea of reasonable and average costs for what you're considering.
   • Read the fine print on any and all paperwork. Banks are going crazy these days to give out loans and credit cards, but often their motives are centered around extremely high interest rates, or unreasonable fees and repayment schedules.
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   Don't take everything at face value, even with friends or loved ones.
   
   
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   Spend time learning to understand the people close to you, so that when they say or do something which is hurtful or deceitful, you can figure out why.
   
   
   
   
   • You have a much better chance at resolving the situation in a peaceful manner if you can calmly discuss the motive(s) behind their behavior with them. This works for both positive and negative situations.
   • "Speak softly and carry a big stick, and you will go far." While it's unlikely that Theodore Roosevelt really wanted people to carry around big sticks, his advice is good. He meant that people should make sure that they were equipped to defend themselves properly, but not to be aggressive towards others.
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   Don't fall prey to slick sales talk or manipulative acquaintances - learn to guard against situations that could land you in trouble.
   
   

How to Get Good Allowance

Have you ever saw some thing you liked in a store, but you didn't have enough money to buy it or parents won't let you have it? If so, you may want to ask your parents for an allowance. You always should start with household chores and discuss a starting price.

Steps

1. Ask your parents if you could have an allowance. Tell them you could do chores every day for two weeks and get your allowance the Friday of the second week.


2. Ask what chores you could do like mow the lawn, wash dishes, sweep, do the laundry, and if your not happy with your allowance, ask for a raise and say you'll do more chores.



3. Stay committed. If you don't do your chores you may not get paid that on payday. Remember do it neatly.



4. Work Hard at school.Work Hard at school. They might be really happy with your grades and give you a bonus in your allowance!

Work Hard

5. Do the jobs thoroughly. Don't stop half-way or clean half-heartedly, take pride in your job and your parents might pay you more for doing a good job!



6. Ask for an advance. Offer to do chores for a week if you can have an advance.

How to Be Respected

Basically, don't be silly. If anyone wants to be respected by others, wealth, clothing or physical attractiveness are not requirements. The way others perceive us isn't necessarily based on our level of education, what schools we may have attended or with whom we are acquainted. Respect is accorded to those who live respectable lives--that is, people that conduct themselves with integrity and treat others, in turn, with high regard. If we set the example by respecting ourselves - appreciating our own good qualities and using them to highlight the positive in other people's lives, then our example will be followed and that same regard will likely be shown to us in return. The most important thing to remember is that respect is earned; we must act respectably in order to receive the benefits.

Steps

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   Present yourself well. Have a bath or shower once a day, be well groomed and dressed neatly. Clothing doesn’t need to be expensive but it should be laundered and in good repair. Take care of your health and your teeth. Your smile will show to others that you enjoy your own company, and theirs too.
   
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   Keep your language clean and respectable. Say positive things about others whenever possible, but be sincere - people can recognize the difference between true interest and forced flattery.
   
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   Have confidence. Many people will test you, and poke your insecurities. No matter what they say, have confidence in yourself and your worth, and their disrespectful behavior will go away. If it doesn't, you will at least be able to ignore it and live with it until it does!
   
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   Try to be optimistic. It is easy to point out the downside of a situation, but if we make the effort to overcome our obstacles we can lead happier lives and be an encouragement to others. Find ways to assist those who need help and your own troubles will seem less overwhelming, and you'll feel better for doing it!
   
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   Greet people in a proper and friendly manner. It is appreciated and returned by others, and makes you feel wonderful. If someone does not reciprocate or acknowledge your greeting, give them the benefit of the doubt. Be polite. It is possible that they may be deeply absorbed in thought and as a result failed to acknowledge you.
   
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   Never bully others or take advantage of their weaknesses. Bullies are not respected because they don't show respect. Allow people to keep their dignity. Bullies are incapable of showing respect because they typically do not even respect themselves, and/or may not know the definition of respect.
   
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   Do not be annoying, try not to be strident, this will only cause people to scorn upon you. Try to be cool.
   
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   Don’t act like a know it all. People do not appreciate it when you act superior to them. Listen and respect their opinions, even though these may be different from your own.
   
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   Be a good role model. Set an example that others would like to follow. When another person imitates you, it is a sign of respect. If someone else has set a good example, let them know how much you appreciate it by your own actions.
   
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    Be yourself. Don't just join in with the latest craze just because others may be following the popular style. Respect yourself by making your own choice, this will bring respect from others. If you are unsure of what to do and you are looking for someone with authority to guide you - always remember who you are, and always ask yourself if YOU agree with what this person says and does. Sometimes, it is easier said than done: sometimes you feel lost and are not sure what you want or what you believe. Its ok to make mistakes - everybody makes them. However, you should still remember that YOU are the final judge of everything that you say and do, and be ready to face up to your mistakes, learn from them and move on.
    
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    Give everyone a chance. Don't prejudge people, and be pleasant to everyone (until they give you a reason not to). Even if you realise someone is a jerk, always be civil and have class. People around you will respect that more than bad mouthing or confronting them in a mean way.
    
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    Don't be overly materialistic. Stay focused on people rather than objects that may be lost or destroyed; people are so much more important and our true value is not what we have, it is the person we are inside that others will respect. But in the same vein pay attention to the fact that while materialism is not all of life, it is part of it. We all need things to survive, and while we always must remember that things are not everything and others aren't to be judged just on what they have, we must also keep track of our things and take care of them, conserve them and expect respect for our things from others. Just don't get it in your head that things are everything.
    
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    Respect yourself and others around you. - Keep your home and surroundings clean and well kept. Your neighbours will respect you and the neighbourhood will be a better place for everyone. Treating others with respect is the most important thing to do; if you treat someone with respect, they'll treat you with respect.
    
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    Don't procrastinate. Always act with a purpose. When you set your mind on doing something, think about it, plan it as best as you can, and then just do it. Don't wait forever, don't let other people do your job for you, and don't get yourself into a loop of endless planning and worrying about it. People respect action, and equally don't respect procrastination.
    
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    Live up to your promises. Don't make promises you know you can't keep, or you are unsure you'll be able to keep. It is much more respectable (and more difficult) to just say "No, I can't do that," or even "I don't want to do that." This is where you have to respect yourself and your own will, and make it clear to others in a polite and assertive way. And when you do make a promise, keep it.
    
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    State your boundaries. Clearly communicate what you are willing to accept and what the consequences for trespassing of these boundaries are. Do what you announced to do (or not to do) every time the trespassing happens.
    
    • Example: If you want to go out to meet friends with your partner, inform them of the time and that you will leave at this time; whether they are ready or not. If your partner is not ready to go, leave the house without them. Do not let them call you back or change your plans in any way. Do not try to justify your actions, and refuse to accept blame. If at all, tell them that you informed them of the consequences and they are only suffering consequences that could have easily be avoided if they had played by the rules.

How to Make Career and Your Parents Treat You with Respect

Being a young adult or teenager or child however you think of yourself can be hard stressful and emotional. It can be worse if you feel your parents do not understand you or feel they do respect you and the decisions that you make.

Steps

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   1. Understand your parent's position. Sometimes it seems that parents are unwilling to compromise and don't listen to what you have to say. It's frustrating, but for your parents it's just as hard. For a long time, as a child, you are reliant on your parents for many things, sometimes it can hard for them to accept that you are growing up and becoming adult. This isn't because they don't want you to become well rounded adult or think you cant make your own decision but because they love you and have your best interest at heart. Sometimes it may be your behaviour to if you end up making a bad decision or cause problems either intentionally or unintentionally say for example getting arrested how you behave in these situations can majorly dictate how your treated if you act like a child you will be treated like a child SIMPLE!!
   
   
   2. Always remember respect work both ways. You want respect then respect your parents they are the people that raised you, loved you unconditionally from the moment you were born, respecting the rules however stupid or outrageous they may seem is important way of showing that you are a young adult. Taking some responsibility for yourself is not only important in becoming an adult and i dont just mean taking responsibility fo action but responsibility for your health education and personal relationships is a good idea but its important not to take on so much it cause problem or to much stress
   
   
   3. Whatever you do don't scream and shout. All your parents will see in there minds is you as a four year old throwing a tantrum. Talk calmly dont swear unless it is acceptable in your house. If you explain calmly that you feel dissatisfied with a certain thing and how it makes you feel the should listen because they love you.
   
   
   4. Have a family meeting. Sitting down and talking is an effective way of solving conflict. Remember to remain calm and allow people to finish what there saying. keep in mind the goals you want to achieve and stick to them dont become sidetracked or you will achieve nothing
   
   
   
   5. COMPROMISE! FOR EXAMPLE: you dont agree with your parent that you should be home for a certain time because you think half 8 is stupid for someone who is above the age of 13. Explain the reason why think this and how makes you feel. If you feel like you aren't listened to this gives you the opportunity to talk one on one. If you have brother and sister ask them not to interrupt if they refuse explain to your parents that you wish to talk to them alone. Come up with what you think would be a better time for and if your parents disagree ask them if you can come to a compromise somewhere in the middle like promising to keep in touch and let them know where you are.
   
   
   
   6. Be honest. Everyone's guilty of telling a lie at some point, but honesty can build trust and respect. If your trusted your parents will respect you for be honest and open and it show that you are becoming more mature as but remember broken trust can be hard to regain, and can lead you back to the situation you were in before.
   
   
   
   7. Eventually if you keep up with communicating with your parents and also respecting there opinions views and decisions life should be easier for you and your parents because everyone is aware of how everyone feels and that they can say it freely without judgment.

3 Ways to Stop Oversleeping

Do you find yourself getting to work or other commitments late on a daily basis? Is it difficult for you to fall asleep at night, and when you finally do, it's almost impossible to get yourself up in the morning? Oversleeping is ultimately a debilitating condition that can cause you to be late, fatigued and out of step with others.

This article offers a few helpful tips to help you find ways to break your habit of oversleeping and to sustain a better sleep routine.

Steps

Oversleeping or underlying causes?

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   Determine whether you're oversleeping. Apart from an obvious inability to get up in time for work, school or other commitments, oversleeping is also about the amount of hours you're sleeping. If, as an adult, you're sleeping more than 11 hours a night, then it's likely you're sleeping too much. This can cause excessive daytime sleepiness and a desire to oversleep.^[1] The standard sleep hours needed by adults are between 6 and 8 hours, with slight individual variations in between and either side of these averages.
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   See your doctor. It is important to have the possibility of underlying health problems removed first of all. There are quite a few medical reasons for oversleeping that your doctor should be able to check for you and provide advice if needed. Sleep problems can be caused by a range of conditions, illnesses and diseases including depression, seasonal affective disorder, glandular fever, heart problems, cancer, thyroid problems, etc. Use of medication can also be an issue.
   • Hypersomnia is a condition of excessive sleepiness. The desire to keep sleeping longer than the usual 7 to 8 hours can have its origins in shiftwork, sleep disorders, broken sleep, changes in time zones, medication usage and psychiatric illnesses.^[2]And a lack of adequate sleep can result in hypersomnia by way of playing catch-up, to restore much-needed sleep.

Self-help to stop oversleeping

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   Reset your body clock. You can change your sleeping pattern by simply going to bed at the same time every night and getting up at the same time every morning.^[3] Set an a alarm clock for an early hour, preferably leaving enough time to prepare for the day without being rushed. Eventually, your body will naturally and habitually wake up at this time, counterproductive with falling asleep as well.
   
   • Persist with this routine, even when it doesn't seem like it's working. It takes a while to overcome poor sleeping habits but you're retraining your body, so persevere.
   • Don't worry about any lack of sleep from the night before. Always focus on the night ahead and make it as conducive to a good sleep as possible.
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   Tell yourself that you will wake up on time. This may sound simplistic but you need to make a decision that you won't oversleep, so that this decision enters your subconscious mind and becomes a choice to get up on time. Many people make a choice to wake up without an alarm clock and manage to do so on time every day. At least make the choice to get up on time, relying on your alarm clock.
   • Consider why you choose to oversleep. Are you using it as a means to avoid or escape from the day ahead? If so, what is it about the day ahead that is so undesirable? Dealing with creating better meaning from your life is more important than running away.
   • Do you tell yourself that you need more sleep than other people? This is an excuse. Unless you have a proven medical condition, this is a work-around the real issues, such as hating your job or not wanting to help out with something, etc. Face the real issue and stop making excuses.
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   Find a reason to get up on time every day. It is possible that your morning routineconsists of get up, get dressed, eat breakfast, brush teeth and run out the door. Amid this there may also be making lunches, organizing other people (especially children) and hurriedly grabbing the things you need to take to work, studies, etc. If you don't fit in time to do something you like doing, then there is less reason to get up on time. Find something you'd like to be doing and make the time to add it in first thing in the morning, even if this means an earlier bedtime. For example, you might like to read for half an hour or write in your journal. Or perhaps this is a great time for a jog, walk with the dog or an exercise routine. Early morning workouts are beneficial for you for the rest of the day, so this could be a great way to begin your day and a good reason to leap out of bed on time.
   • Some negative motivations for not staying in bed include the fact that people who sleep 9-11 hours appear to have a 38 percent increased chance of coronary heart disease, increased headaches during the day, back pain, obesity and earlier death.^[4]
   • Focus on the time wasted as you're sleeping. That's time you can't get back and you could be doing something creative, exciting, constructive, interesting and worthwhile.
   • If you're familiar with feeling groggy all day as an over-sleeper, you can blame having too much sleep as the cause.^[4]
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   Reduce your level of hours spent sleeping gradually. If you have been sleeping 11 hours and you want to get down to 8 hours of sleep per night, do this in increments over periods such as a week. For example, try getting up half an hour earlier in the first week, then another half an hour the next week, and so on, until you reach your target of 8 hours per night. This gradual method will ease you into a better sleeping schedule rather than jolting you into it, and you're more likely to stick with it when done slowly.
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   Don't overwork yourself. Take short breaks when necessary, organize your workload, and go outside for fresh air if you start to feel tired. Taking stress to bed can be a cause of oversleeping, so learn to manage stress better and to switch off from the day's worries before bedtime.
   
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   During the day, take a nap if possible. This helps to refresh and energize your body for working in the afternoon. Keep the nap to 20 minutes before 3pm though;^[3] you don't want to take away a reason to sleep properly during the night, which can cause a new set of problems!
   
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   Get some sunshine every day. This will help to regulate your sleep cycle because the sun sets your body clock.^[3]
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   Exercise. It's not only good for you, but studies have shown it helps to regulate sleep cycles as well, and it boosts your mood and lifts your energy, more reasons to help you to seek less sleep.^[5]
   
   • Don't exercise too close to bedtime. This can cause you to not fall asleep as you're over-energized, thereby risking sleeping in when you do finally fall asleep.

On getting up

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   Take a cold shower. This will help you to wake up more easily. However, if you really don't like the cold, splashing cold water on your face only with a face washer can be as effective upon getting up.
   
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   Have a light, healthy breakfast. An overload of fats, sugar, carbohydrates, calories, etc. too early in the day is not only unhealthy, but will make you feel even more tired and sluggish throughout the day, causing you to seek more sleep at night.