Matthew Rickert: I decided to test one of the recommendations from this site. I tested my chronotype and discovered that I was a slight morning person. With this in mind, I decided to see if a 2 hour delay in the start of my day had an impact on my performance, alertness, and productivity throughout the day. On the first day of this short 2 day test, I woke up at 6:55. With trepidation, I arose from my bed and lumbered to the shower. Prepared for the day, I went to classes and discovered an improved focus and a lack of sleepiness. The following day, my alarm blared at 8:55. Slowly, with a mighty stretch, I turned off my alarm and sprightly arose from my mattress. After undergoing my hygienic morning routine, I endeavoured the mighty trek to my first class of the day. With an initial burst of energy, I honed in on the lessons being taught. However, as evening approached and homework loomed, I found myself in want of sleep. Unable to pay attention and with a decreased focus, I dejectedly shuffled to bed. Having tested my chronotype, and then seeing if the time I woke up affected me, I believe that there is a true difference in the 2 hour delay of wakefulness. As a morning person, it is important that whether or not I have a class, I wake up at an early time to set myself up for the rest of the day. While the initial burst of energy is nice, my body is not willing to work in the evening when it feels that I should be asleep.