Make The Bed Anyways.

How “making your bed” works against recognizable trauma symptoms: ~restores structure/sense of control and serves predictable ritual that regulate the nervous system, reduces anxiety, and signals the brain that you are safe. hello safety! ~provides a sense of accomplishment. (as advocated by admiral william mcraven, “making your bed is the first task of the day” and completing 1 task can motivate you to finish another task, and another. hello dominos effect! ~reduces any visual clutter. chaos thrives in chaos, and a tidy room can lead to a “clearer mind.” hello reduced cognitive load & greater control! ~encourages a sense of self-worth: engaging in simple self-care routines challenge feelings of being unworthy that often accompany mental health challenges. hello self-worth! ~promotes better sleep. studies suggest that better sleep is critical for trauma recovery. hello zzzzzz’s!