Not everyone is a morning person. Whether you're the type of person who hits snooze seven times or you jump out of bed, ready to tackle the day, you probably find your brain needs a little warm-up time before you take on the challenges of the day. A hefty jolt of caffeine can help, but past studies have found that once you're addicted to caffeine, all that trip to Starbucks does is prevent withdrawal symptoms. Whether you're a morning person or not, there are things you can do to help make your mind sharper before you start your workday. 1.