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It's a pretty well documented thing that people have an easier time waking up with light. Something you might find interesting is that there are actually alarm clocks built with this in mind.
This is the one I have heard people speak positively about, it might be worth looking into.
A sunrise alarm clock really helped me, especially in winter. (I still have a back-up alarm on my phone though.) It's a light that gradually gets brighter over the course of a half-hour and then it sounds an audible alarm at the end. The light's enough to get me awake enough to realize that my alarm is going off.
I’m pretty sure I know something similar to the sticks you’re describing. You can get a high quality one for $20 off of Amazon: Master Lock Security Bar, Adjustable Door Security Bar. They’re telescoping/sliding metal pole thingies that you force under the doorknob (on your side of the door). You need to adjust the height of the rod to fight your doorknob snugly. This basically makes it impossible for anybody to enter from the other side unless they somehow destroy the door.
Edit: there’s also this: Doorricade Door Bar
There are actually some really cute window decals that act as privacy screens! There's the basic frosted glass look or the crystal/rainbow look, like this.
These also work with no changes to get in trouble over.
I believe someone suggested this last time, but get a security door bar that you can use to keep the door from opening while you're at home. Quick, cheap, and you're not damaging or changing the property without the landlord's permission- it won't prevent unauthorized showings while you're out but it'll at least keep them from walking in on you while you're in bed again.
One of these. Slowly amps up the light until you realize you're awake. As opposed to "EH EH EH EH EH" and cursing the world. There are cheaper ones from other companies, different models that do bird sounds too, etc.
> When we told him that I use the futon as a couch or for entertaining guests, he told us that we have to text him in a clock in clock out fashion whenever guests enter the premises regardless of whether they spend the night.
Unless that requirement is listed in the lease I would tell him you're not going to do that.
> 1) What can I do regarding his random entrances? He’s already just walked into my apartment no knocking or announcement and I don’t doubt he will do it again.
Put a security stick on the door when you're home... that will prevent unwanted entry. Landlord cannot just randomly enter - as mentioned by /u/poolparty90019 it has to be with notice and for a specific purpose.
get a dog, alarm system.
you can buy cheap $20 door jam rods, they work for sliding and normal doors.
Master Lock 265D Door Security Bar, Adjustable from 27-1/2 in. to 44-1/2 in, White, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002YUX8I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_phGFDbX79DSEG
strengthen your doors with longer lock screws and reinforced metal frame parts.
buy and train with a gun. have a family plan and drill and practice what you all should do.
get more motion sensor lights.
even if you don’t have them get those big warning stickers for gates and windows/doors that indicate you have a big ass dog and or a security system.
maybe you can find some half joking half serious sticker that has a picture of a pit bull ‘My Pitbull Will Bite and Never Let Go’
As a heavy sleeper I sympathize. I am essentially not conscious when making the decision to hit the snooze button.
Maybe try one of those bright daylight alarms and see if it can wake you up as the first alarm?
https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-sunrise-alarm-clock/
There are also alarms that have an attachment that shakes your bed to wake you up, but I find those can be worse, since beds usually sit on floors, and are made of conductive materials. YMMV
Buy one of these.
Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Colored Sunrise Simulation and Sunset Fading Night Light, with 3 Months Free Headspace Subscription, White (HF3520) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093162RM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_iep1Bb1KEMFS8
You are welcome.
This will make it much easier to become a morning person.
Also, in addition to alarms set on this, i have alarms set on my iPhone AND my ipad which charges in my EDC bag at the foot of the bed. When my iPad goes off, I’m forced to get out of bed to silence it.
You could also just keep your phone on the other side of the room, which would prevent you staying on it too long (or at all) at night before bed, and forcing you to get out of bed to grab it when it goes off.
Good luck!
Here you go everyone! The name is "MCS 25x16.5 Inch Deluxe Record Album Frame, Black (66722)" on Amazon.
Solution: Get a deaf alarm!
I have the same problem as your fiancée and when I used my phone alarm, it made my roommate go nuts. I use a deaf alarm now and it has improved the situation a lot!
A deaf alarm is basically an alarm clock has a vibrating pod connected to it. You put the pod under your pillow or mattress (depending on how strong you want to feel the vibration under your head). It makes some noise but negligible compared to a normal alarm and it will wake you up in an instant.
The one I use is called Sonic Boom. They have different varieties in case you find the look tacky. You can set the clock such that it only uses the vibrating pod and doesn’t make any alarm sounds.
Your problem seems to be common and has a pretty good technical solution that involves little compromise from both parties. You should def check out the deaf alarm clock. It’s only called that because deaf people can’t use noise/sounds to wake them up.
Good luck!
Sonic Bomb Dual Extra Loud Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker, Black | Sonic Alert Vibrating Alarm Clock Heavy Sleepers, Battery Backup | Wake with a Shake https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000OOWZUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_C13RFX125V20TFYBE3GC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
You might need this.
I keep this behind my apartment door and my bedroom door (just in case 😅) Master Lock 265D Door Security Bar, Pack of 1, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002YUX8I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Z9BKKP8HKD9QDNDS619P?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Get one to put into a cool display frame, and then if you ever get a record player, you can take it down and listen to it.
Something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/MCS-25x16-5-Deluxe-Record-66722/dp/B00I5JQ2F0/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=vinyl+record+frame&qid=1595516412&sr=8-5
I love mine. Its far less jarring to wake up to, the light being on helps me not fall back asleep and get out of bed. I used to use just a lamp on a timer as others have suggested, and it did work, but the lamp turns on suddenly and would occasionally wake me up early. The gradual increase in light only woke me up early right at the beginning. Now I wake up when the alarm sounds (which is a gentle bird chirping, very peaceful) and feel pretty good.
I use a door bar which is super sturdy, it would prevent even an attempted kick-in. Wishing you safety and peace of mind
Master Lock 265D Door Security Bar, Pack of 1, White https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0002YUX8I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_3TDQQRWX74P4X8N6WQQ1
Yep! There's a solution for you.
Sonic Alert SBB500SS Sonic Bomb Extra-Loud Dual Alarm Clock with Red Flashing Alert Lights and a Powerful Bed Shaker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000OOWZUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3MrWDbPX5EYGT
This is a bed shaker, it slides under your mattress and it will wake you up. It also has a really loud alarm and flashing lights, but I've always just used the shaker.
god that’s terrifying... all of sound like dangerous and terrifying situations. possible assulters, peeping toms, maybe robbers?? it’s freaking endless. sometimes it’s terrifying just being a woman... if i were you I’d absolutely get some protection and a dog before living on your own. it’s hard to raise a puppy but beyond worth it. sometimes just having a second set of senses is worth it, the company is very comforting too.
there’s also a stick that you can get for your door - one like this Master Lock 265D Door Security Bar, Adjustable from 27-1/2 in. to 44-1/2 in, White, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002YUX8I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IXNNDbKCQQYVZ
You can get a bar like this: https://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-Security-Adjustable-White/dp/B0002YUX8I
You don't need to install anything so a landlord can't complain about you altering the apartment and no one will be able to open the door from the outside while it's against the door even if they have keys to all the locks.
Yikes! Consider getting yourself one of these for your apartment door -- that way, even if he somehow gets a key for it, he still can't get in while you're home.
I'll sleep 12+ hours straight and still sleep through my alarm clock. I'm in my 30s now and I thought I'd grow out of it but it still happens. I've been to multiple doctors to check for sleep apnea. I slept through a fire alarm at college. I have this Sonic Bomb alarm clock that is really fucking loud, as well as a strobe light hooked up to an outlet timer.
It sucks and it's embarrassing when I lived with a roommate, so I just skipped all my morning classes in college so that I wouldn't wake up my roommate every morning. I know I'm not just being lazy, but I guess you just know better than me though.
This depends, but usually no. The lock installed on your front door is extremely important for security. You can add a security bar such as this for when you are home, but it is no substitute for a good lock installed correctly.
Even if it's a good lock, if the landlord doesn't make a practice of rekeying the lock with each tenant, you have no idea who has a key to your apartment.
Change your lock. Check your lease to find the exact language. You may be able to change the lock without permission if the provisions against alterations are generic and you are in certain states, provided you give your landlord a key.
Otherwise, you could try to get permission to change it, provided that you give them a key. Most landlords are reasonable, especially if you keep asking about it. It's such an inconsequential alteration because you can just put the old lock back when done.
If they need further incentive, and it's particularly important to you, tell them you are installing a higher grade lock that they can keep when you move out. This probably won't work if it's a large company with many units, but for smaller landlords or if you are renting a house or something from its owner, that can often work.
I would not be able to sleep at night with a shitty landlord-installed kwikset on my door. I always put on my own lock, and it's never been an issue. One time I forgot to give my landlord a key, and it was a reasonably large property management company. They just asked me for a key and I gave them one and it wasn't an issue.
Also, when I'm talking about locks here, I specifically mean the deadbolt. The deadbolt is where you get your security, and it needs to be properly installed with the strike plate secured with long screws to the frame of the dwelling -- NOT just into the door jamb.
edit: I just realized you had a roommate who moved out. Yeah, you need to request your lock is rekeyed or replaced.
If you have stimulants, setting an alarm to take your meds about an hour before you wake up can help a lot.
Similarly, recently someone recommended keeping a piece of fruit or something else breakfast-y on your nightstand, and start eating it as soon as your alarm goes off. I've found it to be pretty helpful. (I also leave tea or coffee. No, I don't mind cold tea or coffee, but I tend to make them pretty sweet.)
It's an investment, but I use a wake up light and it's done wonders for my sleep schedule. For 40 minutes before your alarm, it has a very strong light which gradually brightens the room, which makes you wake up far more gradually. This is the one that I have - it's amazingly well reviewed, but fairly expensive. There's a $50 one from Phillips, and some off brands which are even cheaper. (Make sure you do some research into the cheaper ones - if the light isn't bright enough at its peak, or if it's not gradual enough, it won't be very effective.)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SNQ5Z67/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_bMTHltAqyCZ6w
Here’s a link to the exact film my gf bought. It works very well to distort the transparency of the window in our front door and also looks hella pretty and dope 🤘🏼
What I've learned is to not wait for motivation to come, but to do things and the motivation will follow. "An object at rest stays at rest" kind of thing. Make sure you've got consistent bed and wake times.
Also, a dawn simulator is essential for me in the winter (it slowly increases light half an hour before your alarm time): https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Wake-Up-Simulation-HF3500-60/dp/B00F0W1RIW/
Yes, but the tradeoff is not being able to use a normal alarm clock, so instead we... Or at least I use a special one that has a vibrating thing you put under the mattress. Similar to this. https://www.amazon.com/Sonic-Alert-SBB500SS-Alarm-Shaker/dp/B000OOWZUK.