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Start your day off right - it's National Make Your Bed Day! Take a few minutes to make your bed and get ready for a great day ahead.
Celebrate National Make Your Bed Day on September 11, and make a conscious effort to keep your bedroom tidy! This day was created in the early 2000s to promote good habits such as tidying up after yourself. It's also an excellent reminder that taking care of ourselves is essential for mental health and overall wellbeing. So take some time this September 11th to make sure your bed looks its best!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Make Your Bed Day was initiated to promote healthy habits including tidying up after oneself.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gaining Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday begins to receive increased attention and promotion through various media outlets and organizational support.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Association with Mental Health</div><div class='timeline-text'>Psychological studies emphasized the potential mental health benefits of bed-making, bolstering support for the holiday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Navy Seal Commencement Speech</div><div class='timeline-text'>Navy Seal Admiral William H. McRaven highlights the habit of bed-making in his commencement speech at the University of Texas, promoting the holiday's message to a wider audience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Make Your Bed Day Trending on Social Media</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday trends on social media, encouraging many people across the country to participate in the event.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Tradition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The tradition continues with individuals, families, and organizations participating in National Make Your Bed Day each year on September 11.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Dress up your bed</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Add some flair to your bedroom by dressing up the bed with colorful throw pillows and blankets. You can also hang some artwork or string lights around the bed to add a fun touch.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a bed making competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite family and friends over for a bed making competition! Make it even more fun by adding a timer and seeing who can make the best looking bed in the shortest amount of time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out different designs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix it up by experimenting with different types of bedding and design styles. Try out different fabrics, colors, and patterns to find something that speaks to you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an indoor picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make your bed look like a picnic blanket and have an indoor picnic right in your room. Bring all of your favorite snacks, lay down some blankets, and enjoy your own little picnic.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make yourself cozy in your freshly made bed and have a movie marathon. Pop some popcorn, grab some snacks, turn off the lights, and get ready for a good movie night.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Making your bed is calming</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Taking the time to make your bed can be incredibly calming. It's a simple task that you can do everyday and it gives you satisfaction from finishing an easy chore that sets up the rest of your day. Plus, having a neat and tidy bedroom helps promote relaxation and good mental health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Having made your bed helps motivate you</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Seeing a neatly made bed first thing in the morning is a great motivator to start accomplishing other tasks for the day. It's an easy way to see progress right away, which in turn will help motivate you to keep going with whatever else needs to be done.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Making your bed promotes better sleep</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>A made bed can encourage better sleeping habits. A created lounging space free of clutter is inviting and comforting - perfect for candlelight, setting up a cozy reading nook, or just crawling into bed at night for a peaceful slumber.</p></div></div>
National Make Your Bed Day is celebrated on September 11th every year. In 2024 National Make Your Bed Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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