If you’re like most people, you’re probably looking for ways to improve your life.
Where most falter, however, is that they aim too big.
Rather than making small sustainable changes in their lives, they set their sites on the mountaintop. They attempt to change their whole lives all at once… and usually fail miserably.
Which, in turns, make them feel miserable.
Sounds familiar?
Well, there is one simple task that could change all this for you—making your bed in the morning. I am not kidding!
Here are some ways this tiny little detail could improve your life.
1. It Sets a Tone of Success for the Rest of Your Day
Whether any of us want to admit it or not, the morning sets the tone for the rest of the day. Yet, it’s not so much a matter of being a morning person, but rather creating the right morning routine for you.
Spreading your bed each morning should be part of that routine. It gives you a sense of accomplishment. And it’s such a simple task that you can easily complete it from start to finish—all two minutes of it.
These two very successful minutes of your morning routine can be powerful enough to set the tone for success for the rest of your day.
2. It Helps to Preserve Valuable Mental Energy
Clutter and disorganization drain your brain. There’s no way around it. When your living space is filled with stuff here and there and everywhere, your mind follows suit.
Amongst clutter, your harried mind can’t think its best thoughts.
Spreading your bed each morning helps to hone in on your thoughts and remain focused. It eliminates the need to constantly redirect yourself or force your brain to cope with the disaster. Plus, as well as creating calm where you need it most, spreading your bed also helps you to feel in control of your environment.
3. It Prepares You for the Unexpected
There are many steps to take to prepare yourself for the unexpected, but most of them involve insurance companies or tubs filled with canned food items. Sizing the unexpected down a bit, though, spreading your bed can be incredibly helpful.
For instance, think about when friends from out of town show up unexpectedly. You might not always have time to tidy up the place. And, of course, you’ll want a tidy home so you can prove what a responsible adult you are.
An easy way to improve your life and prepare for the unexpected is to make your bed each and every morning.
4. It’s the Gateway to an Organized Life
If ever there was one thing you could do that would create a positive overflow onto the rest of your life, would you do it? Well, of course!
Spreading your bed each morning is that gateway that leads to a more organized and deliberate life. That’s because, once you get in the habit of making your bed, you will start being interested in organizing other parts of your living space as well.
One thing will lead to another and, before you know it, decluttering will become a way of life—in many aspects.
5. Provides a Tranquil Mood Before Bed
After a long and stressful day, there are few things offering as much comfort as your bed. It serves as a calming and supportive reprieve.
Often, little value is placed on the bedroom environment or even rest itself. Yet, it can really make or break you—body, mind, and soul. Thus, if you’ve left your bedroom with the blankets thrown about and things piled up, then it’s likely you won’t be welcomed into tranquility when it’s time to go to bed.
Remember, when you’re looking for ways to improve your life, make your bed each day—if for no other reason than to provide yourself with a calm space to rejuvenate at night.
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If you’re ready to take the next step to improve your life, I can help. Please reach out to me, and I’ll be happy to support you in achieving your life goals. It’s a worthwhile purpose.
