Love it or hate it, this simple chore can have a surprisingly positive impact on your life.
It may sound tedious but making your bed every morning sets you up for the day to come. Beyond the aesthetic appeal of a stylish bed dressed with carefully-selected and colour-coordinated bed linen, not only does it promote a good night’s sleep, the benefits of this simple task are more powerful than you might think.
Invest in the best linen and decorative cushions you can afford to create your ultimate sleep zone, then take the time to carry out this daily ritual and, we promise you’ll feel the benefits. Here, we break it down into the how and why you should make your bed every morning.
1. SMOOTH SAILING
Clutter is a constant reminder of how scattered and unorganised your life is, leading to stress and, potentially, more clutter. Starting your day off with a tidy bed, will instantly make your room appear tidy (even if the rest isn’t).
2. A FRESH START
Try to interpret a freshly made bed as a fresh start to the day. Making time for this small task will help set the tone for your day ahead, making you feel organised and ready to take on the day – rather than rushing out the door in a (half-asleep) frenzy.
3. IT GETS EASIER
If you make your bed every day, it will become less of a chore, in part because your bed-making skills will improve, and also a bed that’s made every day gets less dishevelled.
4. UNEXPECTED GUESTS
A friend pops over unannounced wanting to check out your place, have a drink or borrow a cup of sugar (it happens). There may be no way of hiding your clothing-strewn bedroom from sight so at the very least you want your bed to be made.
5. SLEEP EASY
Nothing beats that feeling of getting into a made bed at the end of the day (especially if the sheets are freshly washed!). A tidy bed may help you sleep more soundly as it creates an inviting and peaceful environment to wind down in at the end of the day.
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