10 Ways to Increase Alertness

1. Experience Sudden Danger or an Urgent Situation That Needs to Be Dealt With Immediately

Wait for a disaster to happen.

Ice baths, cold showers, going out in cold weather with insufficient clothing all work.

Have enough hours of sleep and try to sleep at the same time every night.

Coffee, highly caffeinated tea, caffeine pills.

Squeeze half a lemon or a whole lemon into a cup and dillute it with water to your taste.

Blueberries can help improve brain function.

Spending too much time ruminating about the past or worrying about the future can be distracting.

Wear headphones, turn on a fan, go to a quieter area if you're able to.

A moderate amount of exercise increases blood circulation and alertness.

Work towards good outcomes to increase the chances of hearing good news.