Revenge Bedtime Procrastination Is a Thing. Why Are We Doing it?

Jammed schedules have propelled busy workers to stay up and reclaim their free time, a habit that is particularly tempting during the pandemic.

By Sahar Arshad
Apr 3, 2021 5:00 PMApr 5, 2021 2:44 PM
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After the pandemic began and classes shifted online, I suddenly realized that I started going to sleep later and nighttime subconsciously became my “me time.” After a certain hour, I now pick up snacks and a book I’m engrossed in and lock my door to settle in front of Netflix and stream at my own leisure. 

In between watching Grey’s Anatomy episodes, I’ll scroll endlessly through TikTok and read a bit of my fanfiction — I may even break out into a random dance party. By the time I finish, it’s 4 a.m. and school starts in four hours. Even then, I choose to continue reading because I want to prolong the moment for as long as possible before having to fall asleep.

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