B2 – Upper Intermediate
Many people choose to stay up late even when they know it will leave them tired the next day. This habit often reflects a desire to reclaim personal time or control after a busy schedule, highlighting the tension between daily demands, rest, and self‑care.
Let’s read the article and explore how this behavior affects our health, productivity, and daily routines.
https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/revenge-bedtime-procrastination
Vocabulary Questions:
- Explain the concept “revenge bedtime procrastination“. “After a jam-packed day, do you stay up late for some “me” time rather than go to bed a reasonable hour? If you’re in the habit of doing that, it could be a sign of revenge bedtime procrastination.” Use it in a sentence.
- What does the idiom “to raise one’s odds ” mean? “A long-term lack of sleep might also raise your odds of dying early from any cause.” Use it in a sentence.
- What is the meaning of the phrase “at the expense of”? “Also known as sleep procrastination, it means you get “revenge” for your busy daytime schedule by fitting in leisure time at the expense of shut-eye.” Use it in your own sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- Why do you think some people deliberately stay up late even when they know they’ll be tired the next day?
- How might modern lifestyles and technology contribute to revenge bedtime procrastination?
- In what ways can delaying sleep affect someone’s work, relationships, or overall well‑being?
- Do you see revenge bedtime procrastination as an act of control, rebellion, or simply poor time management?
- What strategies could individuals use to resist the urge to stay up late for “me time”?