If you’re doom-scrolling TikTok instead of sleeping, blame ‘revenge bedtime procrastination’—your brain’s passive-aggressive way of reclaiming ‘me time.’ Experts warn this trending phenomenon is destroying sleep schedules everywhere, making night owls the true rebels of 2025.

Facing packed days and endless to-do lists, your brain craves control—so “revenge bedtime procrastination” strikes, keeping you awake long past bedtime. Psychologists like Dr. Rajkumar warn that ignoring these late-night urges may worsen stress, making “revenge bedtime procrastination” a red flag demanding both better boundaries and self-care.