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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2011care. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s read the article and explore how this behavior affects our health, productivity, and daily routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/sleep-disorders\/revenge-bedtime-procrastination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Explain the concept “revenge bedtime\u00a0procrastination<\/strong>“. “After a jam-packed day, do you stay up late for some \u201cme\u201d time rather than go to bed a reasonable hour? If you\u2019re in the habit of doing that, it could be a sign of revenge bedtime\u00a0procrastination<\/strong>.<\/em>” Use it in a sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does the idiom “to<\/strong> raise one’s odds<\/strong> ” mean? “A long-term lack of sleep might also raise your odds<\/strong> of dying early from any cause.<\/em>” Use it in a sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What is the meaning of the phrase \u201cat the expense of<\/strong>\u201d? “Also known as sleep procrastination, it means you get \u201crevenge\u201d for your busy daytime schedule by fitting in leisure time at the expense of<\/strong> shut-eye.<\/em>” Use it in your own sentence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Why do you think some people deliberately stay up late even when they know they\u2019ll be tired the next day?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. How might modern lifestyles and technology contribute to revenge bedtime procrastination?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. In what ways can delaying sleep affect someone\u2019s work, relationships, or overall well\u2011being?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Do you see revenge bedtime procrastination as an act of control, rebellion, or simply poor time management?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. What strategies could individuals use to resist the urge to stay up late for \u201cme time\u201d?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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