Today’s debate explores a divisive question: is it better to shower in the morning or evening? Let’s hear from our debaters.
Constructive Debater 1 Marie
Showering in the morning is the best way to start your day. A morning shower helps you wake up, refreshes your body, and braces you for the day. A cold shower can be particularly invigorating for those who have trouble getting up in the morning. Moreover, a morning shower can wash away the accumulated sweat and oils on your skin. Or, if you’re one of those who like to exercise in the morning, showering will get you clean so you can face the rest of your day. It is a crucial part of any morning routine.
Constructive Debater 2 Charlotte
It is better to shower in the evening as it can help you relax and unwind after a long day. A shower will wash away the dirt and stress of the day, leaving you feeling clean and ready for a good night’s sleep. Moreover, a warm shower before bed will lower your core body temperature, helping you fall asleep more quickly. In addition, showering in the evening will help you cut time in the morning. Rather than rushing to finish your morning routine, you can take your time knowing you have already showered the night before!
Rebuttal Debater 1 Marie
It’s true that evening showers can be relaxing, but a morning shower has more benefits. For one, showering in the morning helps you start your day feeling clean and refreshed. Moreover, if you have long hair or bangs, washing your hair in the morning can make it look more presentable for the rest of the day. You’re also more likely to see people during the day, especially if you have work or school, than at night. Thus, it may be better to shower first thing in the morning to look your best in front of others.
Rebuttal Debater 2 Charlotte
I can acknowledge the benefits of a morning shower, but an evening shower has significant advantages. Good sleep is foundational for good health. An evening shower can play a crucial role in your night routine and, subsequently, the quality of your sleep. In our day and age, where we are constantly looking at screens, a shower can be a much-needed signal to our bodies that it’s time to go to bed. We need to sleep well to have a successful morning and rest of our day, so showering at night can help us get off to a good start.
Judge’s Comments
Both provided arguments for a compelling discussion. I think this is an issue that is relevant to most people. Which do you prefer, a shower in the morning or the evening?
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1. What is the significance of lowering core body temperature before bedtime?
2. What benefits does Charlotte mention for showering in the evening?
3. According to Marie, why is it better to shower in the morning?
1. Which debater's argument do you find more convincing, Marie's or Charlotte's, and why?
2. Do you believe that the time of day you shower can have an impact on your overall well-being and daily routine? Why or why not?
3. In your experience, does taking a shower in the morning help you feel more awake and ready to start the day?
4. How might cultural or regional influences affect people's showering habits and routines?
Introduction>>
Constructive Debater 1 Marie
Constructive Debater 2 Charlotte
Rebuttal Debater 1 Marie 
Rebuttal Debater 2 Charlotte
Judge’s Comments
