You promised yourself you’d be asleep by 10. In fact, the goal was to be in bed by 9.
But somehow, after a little snacking, a bit of scrolling, and “just one more” episode, it’s midnight—or later—before your head hits the pillow. Sound familiar?
You’re not alone. And believe it or not, this common habit has a name: Revenge Bedtime Procrastination.
It’s the tendency to delay sleep in favor of personal time—especially when your day feels packed with responsibilities and little room for yourself. But what’s really behind this behavior? And how can understanding it improve not just your sleep, but your child’s bedtime routine too?
Studio 5 Contributor Heather Johnson breaks it all down—and will help you reclaim your rest.
You commit to falling asleep early. But after some snacking, scrolling, and show watching, your head doesn’t hit the pillow until midnight (or later!). We’ve all done it. But did you know “it” has a name?
In this interview with host Brooke Walker, Studio 5 Contributor Heather Johnson helps us get a handle on our “revenge bedtime procrastination.” She says understanding this behavior will not only improve your own sleep habits – it will help you understand why your kid’s bedtime is such a battle, too.
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