During the school year I sleep over 8 hrs every night. When I work during the summer I sleep about 5. Generally when getting 5 hours of sleep I am much less alert, positive, and thoughtful. I've decided to get a different summer job that doesn't require me to wake up at 5:30 am. My advice, find a way to get 8 hours a night it'll pay off for you. Won't change your "personality," but will make that same personality more effective.
At the same time, everyone works differently. Some people I know just function fine on 5 hours of sleep. I realize that it's not healthy for me. I say for anyone try out an 8 hr sleep schedule and stick to it, if you notice a change for the better then you are someone that needs that amount of sleep to function to the best of your abilities.
I'm curious if there are any long term effects though.
Oh well, That's just my 2 cents.
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