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August 20, 2025 10 mins
Ep. 87 Are you trading sleep for "me-time"? Do you find yourself scrolling, snacking, or staying up way too late knowing you’ll pay for it tomorrow—but doing it anyway? In this episode of The Doze Podcast, host Soda Kuczkowski unpacks the psychology behind revenge bedtime procrastination and shows you how to turn that late-night rebellion into something more powerful: intentional rest. If you have ever told yourself, “This is the only time I get for me,” this episode will challenge that belief with compassion—and offer you a new way forward. Because what your body and mind are really asking for may surprise you. Connect with me: Join my live studio audience at the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-Thon September 27 at WXXI Studio A in Rochester, NY Get Tickets here WXXI Presents the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-Thon | JazzCast Pros Use Promo Code ALIGNED for discounted VIP Access and be part of the show! Visit My Website and Social Channels: www.startwithsleep.com — Expert sleep programs + services thedoze.co — Sleep products + kits Instagram: @Startwithsleep + @TheDoze.co What's Inside? Break the Cycle of Late-Night Scrolling Discover why mindless scrolling is not really relaxing—and what to do instead. Learn how simple swaps like a book, calming scent, or tactile activity can help you reclaim your evenings without a phone in your hand. Build In Micro-Moments of Joy During the DayIf your nights feel like the only time you have for yourself, this episode will show you how to reclaim pockets of joy before the day ends—so your evenings are not left doing all the emotional heavy lifting. Let Boundaries Be Your New Form of Rebellion Protecting your energy does not have to wait until bedtime. Learn how saying “no” sooner—during your day—can stop the cycle of sacrificing sleep just to feel in control. Shift From Reaction to Intention Understand the psychology behind revenge bedtime procrastination and how to stop reacting to overwhelm and start responding with rest Chapters: 00:00 Why You Stay Up Late (Even When You’re Exhausted) 01:31 The Tug-of-War: Self-Care vs. Sleep 02:22 “Me Time” or Midnight Sabotage? 03:29 Bedtime Procrastination = Coping Mechanism 05:17 How to Break the Exhaustion–Rebellion Cycle 07:04 Stop the Scroll: Escaping the Phone Loop 08:12 Turn Rebellion into Rest + Joy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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