Dear Tacit,

Why do I feel the need to stay up so late, after the kids have gone to bed? I know I will be tired in the morning, but I just can’t help myself! Article content

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Dear Bedtime Procrastination,

Not to worry! There is a term for what you are describing – it’s often called “ revenge bedtime procrastination. ” Individuals (disproportionately women) delay going to bed in order to reclaim some personal time that was lost during a busy or stressful day. This behaviour is often driven by a desire for autonomy (needing to be our own self) and self-care, especially when a person’s daytime schedule is packed with obligations like work, school, or family responsibilities.

Sometimes, this time afte

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