​Why Making Your Bed Should Be a Part of Your Morning Routine

Welcome to Bensons for Beds, where we strongly believe that making your bed is an integral task that needs to be worked into everyone’s morning routine. Ever heard the phrase tidy house, tidy mind? Well, there’s some evidence to support the truth behind that particular idiom (1).

With that in mind, we wanted to explain exactly why we think that making your bed should be on your to-do list each and every morning. In this article, we’ll dive into the different reasons you should protect a couple of minutes a day to tidy up your bed. Read on to learn more.

Kick-starting your day with a simple task

Establishing a positive morning routine is essential for getting your day started off on the on the right foot. One easy to achieve task that can actually make a difference to your day is making your bed. Though it seems like a mundane chore, the simple act of making your bed can lead to mental health benefits too.

Routine tasks, such as making your bed, help to promote a sense of order and control in our lives. When we accomplish a small task, there’s a sense of satisfaction we feel which helps to boost our mood in general as well as overall well-being (2).

What’s more, making your bed can help to set the tone for the rest of your day. By starting your morning with a (relatively easy) task that requires a degree of discipline and attention to detail, you are much more likely to approach other tasks that arise during the day with that same level of focus and determination (3).

Plus, making your bed only takes a couple of minutes of your morning to do!

Tidy bed, tidy mind: the impact on mental health

Keeping your bed tidy can also have a positive impact on our mental health. There is a strong correlation between cleanliness and mental well-being (4). When we are in a clean, tidy, and well-organised environment it has a positive effect on our state of mind.

One of the ways that making your bed helps to promote better mental health is by reducing stress. Carrying out routine tasks, such as making your bed every morning, helps to add structure to your day. It sets a positive tone and enable you to start your day on a more productive note.

Research indicates that engaging in simple tasks such as making the effort to make your bed helps to promote feelings of accomplishment. It leave you with a sense of pride and ownership over your personal space. What’s more, one small act can create a positive domino effect, leading to increased motivation and productivity throughout the day (5).

A tidy bed is also a great basis for building a calm and peaceful bedroom. Clutter and disorganisation only serve to promote anxiety which can leave us feeling overwhelmed. By taking a few minutes each morning to make your bed, you can create a tidy and organised space in your bedroom that will have a positive impact on your overall mental well-being (6).

The role of bed-making in bedroom cleanliness

Have you ever noticed that when you make your bed in the morning, it sets off a domino effect of tidiness in your entire room? It's true! Bed-making plays an integral role in helping us to maintain a tidy and organised space.

Taking the time to make your bed, instils a sense of order and discipline. But it often spurs you on to tidy up the rest of your bedroom too. And regularly making your bed in the morning followed by a quick tidy up of the room in general makes maintaining a clean bedroom a much easier task.

Again, starting your day with the simple task of making your bed helps to set a positive tone for the day ahead. This can have a knock-on effect in other areas of your home as well. After making the bed and tidying your bedroom, you’ll be more likely to be spurred on to extend this cleanliness to other areas of your home too.

Think of it as creating a calming environment through cleanliness. A well-made bed looks great and helps to promote a more relaxing vibe in your bedroom. Plus, this simple task may lead to better tidying habits all-round (7).

Boosting productivity with bed-making

Did you know that making your bed can actually even help to enhance your productivity levels too? While it may seem a small and insignificant task on the surface, the act of making your bed in the morning helps to spark productivity into the rest of your day too. And here's how:

1. Accomplish something small at the start of your day: By completing the simple task of making your bed, you begin your day with a small win. This sense of accomplishment can motivate you to tackle more challenging tasks, which could, in turn, increase your productivity.
2. Establish daily disciplines: By setting making your bed as a daily task, you are instilling discipline and consistency. This small habit will help you develop the discipline you need to maintain focus and organisation during the day too.
3. It helps you to build an environment optimised for productivity: A neat and tidy bedroom will bring about a sense of calm and organisation to your sleep space. This can lead to improved levels of focus and concentration. When your space is clutter-free, staying on track and completing your to-do list efficiently feels much easier (8).

And so, simply by working making your bed into your morning routine, you’ll not only start your day on a positive note but also encourage good habits that can lead to improved productivity.

The aesthetics and comfort of a made bed

Having a beautifully made bed can also have a great impact on the look and invitational appeal of your bedroom.

Psychologically, a tidy bed brings a sense of calm and order. When you walk into a room with a neatly made bed, for many there is an instant feeling of peacefulness. And a neat and tidy bedroom can help to reduce stress. On the flip side, the sight of a messy or unmade bed can evoke feelings of chaos and disorganisation.For some of us, this may negativelyimpactour mood and mindset (9).

What’s more, a made bed can also help to enhance the quality of your sleep. A tidy sleeping area helps to promote relaxation and sends signals to your brain that it's time to unwind and rest. By making your bed each morning, you create a routine that prepares your mind and body for a good night's sleep. This has the potential toresult in improved sleep quality, which will help you to feel refreshed and rejuvenated in the morning (10).

At Bensons for Beds, we appreciate the importance of having a well-made bed and the impact it can have on your overall sleep experience. Our range of high-quality bed frames,mattresses, and bedding accessories are designed to provide both comfort and style, ensuring that your bed is not only visually appealing but also contributes to a restful night's sleep. Explore our collection today and discover the perfect bed that suits your needs and enhances your bedroom aesthetics.

Sources:

1. https://www.keele.ac.uk/natsci/facultynews/2019/january/marie-kondo/konmari.php
2. https://www.headspace.com/articles/the-secret-benefit-of-routines-it-wont-surprise-you
3. https://www.cfrcltd.org.uk/national-make-your-bed-day/
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3627747/
5. https://www.verywellmind.com/mental-health-benefits-of-making-your-bed-5093540
6. https://www.themuse.com/advice/the-reason-this-navy-seal-makes-his-bed-will-convince-you-to-do-the-same
7. https://www.atidymind.co.uk/decluttering-your-home-more-than-a-fad/
8. https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-are-the-mental-health-benefits-of-making-your-bed-each-morning
9. https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/bedrooms/reasons-to-make-a-bed-every-day