[header] How to adjust your sleep schedule [title] Determine your desired waking time. [step] If you're changing your sleep schedule so you can wake up early enough for work, for example, you probably want to wake up an hour or so before departure. [substeps] Consider all the variables when making your decision. 
What do your mornings look like? How much time do you usually need to get up, get ready, and get out the door? [title] Calculate your optimal sleeping time. [step] Most people require 6 to 8 hours of sleep every night, but the exact duration of necessary sleep differs from person to person.