Have caffeine on hand
Whether or not you like coffee, you’re going to need some form of caffeine to make it through the entire night. Your body is not used to staying up all night. It will need help to operate through those early morning hours. Coffee drinkers, you already know what’s up. If you don’t like the taste of coffee, stop by the grocery store and pick up an energy drink. You’re definitely going to need it.
Take a nap before your all nighter
Pulling an all nighter can be hard on your body. Make sure you’re taking care of yourself and try to rest before you plan on staying up all night. If you have the time, take a nap beforehand to ensure your body has had some rest before you force yourself to stay awake. Even a 20 minute nap can help you feel more alert. Just be aware that it’s not a replacement for a full night’s sleep.
Have a partner in crime
Staying up all night by yourself can be miserable. It can also be extremely hard to stay awake without anyone to keep you accountable. If you need to stay up for whatever reason, ask a friend to stay up with you to make sure you don’t fall asleep. Pulling an all nighter with a partner in crime can also be a lot of fun. You’d be surprised how funny certain things can be at 3 in the morning.
