[header] How to wake up peacefully [title] Don't rely on an annoying, loud, obnoxious alarm. [step] Use two different alarms; one with a loud beep, and one with peaceful music. Set a radio, mp3 player, or other device to gradually wake you up first , 15-30 minutes prior to your regular alarm. 
It will help to remind you that the loud beeping alarm will soon follow. [title] Try one of the new alarm watches that monitors your sleep patterns.