Michiel Spithoven knows that there are some people out there who generally hate being awakened rudely, which is why he came up with the DIY Gentle Wake Up Alarm Clock that allows one to be nudged awake without a loud jolt. For those who can’t be bothered to get their hands dirty, why not settle for one of those ambient light alarm clocks that help your body synchronize with the way the sun rises to wake up in a natural manner.