"Evil Time" Before Bed Ensures You'll Sleep Like A Baby, According To TikTok

"Ask any sleep expert, and they'll say the ideal bedtime routine should be cozy and calming. It's why everyone's out here making cups of tea, reading books, taking baths, and dutifully putting their phone away with the hope of getting a good night's sleep. But sometimes, it still isn't enough. On TikTok, creator @banjolord99 shared a genius idea for those who can't seem to sleep: 15 minutes of evil time."

"To fully enjoy your evil time, it's all about letting your inner youngest sibling energy shine through. "Go in your roommate's room and just hit them with a pillow. Hide a Bluetooth speaker in a room and play the worst song you can think of. Just go goblin-mode," he said. "I promise you'll sleep better, and your loved ones will thank you for the wonderful time you've shown them.""

Fifteen minutes of playful, mildly disruptive activity before bed — dubbed 'evil time' — encourages releasing pent-up energy through harmless pranks, music, or physical silliness. Short bursts of 'goblin' behavior, pillow hits, hidden speakers, or light partner teasing can dissipate racing thoughts and restless legs, making sleep onset easier. The best moments are simple, consensual, and not hurtful. Roommates or partners often respond with humor, and participants report feeling more relaxed and youthful. The practice functions like evening zoomies, providing cathartic movement and laughter. Maintaining boundaries and avoiding genuine conflict keeps the routine restorative rather than stressful.

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