Why I Gave Up on Making My Bed You know that feeling when you wake up, stretch a little, and then the reality hits: it's time ...

How many of us recall our mother’s demand to “make your bed”? If you are anything like me, you probably resisted, or at best, just threw the blankets over your pillows. But, as with many things, Mom ...

Almost everyone has a nightly routine—even if it isn’t intentional—whether it includes an elaborate skincare regimen or simply taking your pet for a pre-bedtime trip outside. But when you’re ...

Most people want to live a little healthier, but keeping a routine can feel tough. You might start with excitement, only to ...

A woman making her bed. Growing up, Joseph Mwaniki remembers having altercations with his mother over not making his bed in the morning. His mother would demonstrate how to make his bed, which she did ...

Getting a good night's rest is important for all kinds of reasons, not least because it sets you up for the day ahead. But there are a lot of reasons that restful sleep can be difficult to achieve, ...

While the tiny morning ritual of making your bed has been proven to boost mood, safeguard mental health, and lower stress levels, that doesn't necessarily mean that everyone who chooses not to is ...

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