[nabs] Staying attentive in night or long classes

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Hey Sara,
   Definitely something I struggle with. I have two night classes;
like Susan, they're from 7-10. I also have classes right before these
at 3:30-6:30. In the half hour break, I have to water/break my guide
dog and eat a sandwich/snack for dinner. I find that eating things
like granola bars, peanut butter and crackers, or some fruit give me a
boost. Also, I agree with Ty here; the water and gum really seem to
help. I also suck on mints too, and the tingliness can sometimes help.
I would, say, as well, that if you get a break at all in those times,
use it to get up and stretch; go to the bathroom, just walk through
the hallways. If possible, popping outside for a quick break is great.
The chill can definitely wake you up, or so I've found.
Caitlin

On 2/17/12, ACBS President <president.acbstudents at gmail.com> wrote:
> All good ideas. I'm a big coffee drinker, but my longer classes are
> generally 5:30-8:30pm or later, so that's not always the best time to drink
> caffeine. I try to avoid it that late. But I like the gum and water ideas.
> And yes, I take a lot of notes, so that helps. Thanks for the suggestions!
>
> Sara
>
> On Fri, Feb 17, 2012 at 9:31 AM, Ann <apomerai at verizon.net> wrote:
>
>> Sarah,
>> Do you have the time in the afternoon for a power nap?
>> I also try to sit right up front where it is harder to fall asleep with
>> the
>> instructor right there.
>> Do you take copious notes? Sometimes I take more than needed to keep
>> myself
>> awake.
>> If the college allows you to have something to drink, even sipping on
>> water
>> every once in awhile helps.
>>
>> Ann
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: nabs-bounces at acb.org [mailto:nabs-bounces at acb.org] On Behalf Of Sara
>> Conrad
>> Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 4:29 AM
>> To: Discussion list for NABS National Alliance of Blind Students.
>> Subject: [nabs] Staying attentive in night or long classes
>>
>> I don't know about you guys, but I sure find it difficult to stay
>> attentive
>> during two or three plus hour classes, especially at night. I know this
>> semester, I have a particularly heavy load of night and evening courses.
>> Any
>> suggestions for keeping focused for the long haul? I know there are others
>> in the same boat thus semester that may appreciate some advice as well!
>>
>> Sara
>>
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