As loud as iPhones and Android phones can be with their alarms, those sometimes just don't cut it when it comes to waking up in the early morning.

I replaced my smartphone alarm with a $16 alarm clock. The small change improved my sleep, focus, and morning routine more than I expected.

It's a small but mighty find!

Keeping your phone next to your bed can be bad for your sleep on multiple levels. You might want to try this throwback solution instead of a digital alarm.