Make Your Bed!

The Power of Starting the Day with Intention

Never leave your house without making your bed. - Photo by Spacejoy on Unsplash

Making your bed every morning isn't just a household chore; it's a powerful act that can set the tone for your entire day. This seemingly insignificant habit is a micro-action with a huge impact on your mood and energy.

Beyond Cleaning: A Message to Sadness

When you make your bed, you're sending a clear and powerful message: you're telling sadness, laziness, and any negative energy that you're going to fight today. It's a declaration of intent, a commitment to yourself not to give up without a fight. This initial act of organization and discipline prepares you mentally to face the day's challenges.

Two Key Habits to Recharge Your Energy and Improve Your Self-Esteem

I remember that, during times of job transition, I adopted two habits that proved to be fundamental: making my bed as soon as I got up and getting dressed immediately. Saying goodbye to pajamas and flip-flops early on was crucial. These seemingly trivial actions are part of an arsenal of small victories that energize you, boost your self-esteem, and help keep any trace of discouragement at bay.

The Battle Against Inertia

The key is to break the inertia. Take advantage of that first impulse in the morning, when you get up to go to the bathroom, to avoid going back to bed. Keep moving. It's true that this isn't a foolproof formula, and you can always decide to go to bed later. However, by starting your day with this gesture of order and determination, you set a positive precedent that motivates you to keep going ☼

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Alex Guerrero is an aspiring content creator who lives in Lawrence, KS. He’s very vocal in his displeasure over pineapple pizza. Chocolate, on the other hand, makes everything better!