Why I Still Make My Bed Every Morning

No matter how busy I get I still try to make my bed every single morning. Not because I’m a Pinterest-perfect person. Not because it magically solves all my problems. But because it anchors me; and that matters.

Every day. Rain or shine. Chaos or calm.

I wasn’t always so disciplined, but when I started making this small change to my morning routine it was the beginning of something bigger than neat sheets. It was a signal. To my brain, my body, and my purpose: that I was stepping into the day with intention.

At TAP, we talk a lot about leadership habits. Not the kind that look impressive on paper. I’m talking about the small, repeatable actions that shape how you lead, how you show up, and how others experience you.

Recently during one of our TAP Evolution group coaching sessions, we explored goal setting, and not in the hustle-culture kind of way, more like: what’s the one thing you do every day that helps you get closer to your goal?

For me, it’s this:

• Meditate
• Make my bed
• Map out my daily priorities

Nothing fancy. No 25-step skincare routines or Instagram-worthy smoothie bowls and fancy lattes. Just small, achievable goals and consistency. Here’s the truth:

When we drift from routine, we drift from results.

You don’t need to control your entire day. You just need to control your next step.

Here’s what I’ve learned after working with leaders across industries, ages, and continents: “When your defences are up, your ability to learn goes down.”

If your day starts in overwhelm, distraction, or chaos, you’re already on defence. You’re reacting emotionally instead of responding rationally. You’re absorbing noise instead of setting direction.

So, what does making your bed have to do with all this? Well, it’s not really about those ‘hospital corners’ or having that ‘picture perfect’ home. It’s about starting with something small that you can control. It’s about resetting your nervous system, your mindset, and your momentum.

👉 Want to hit your goals? Don’t chase the next shiny thing. Practice consistency with the little things. 👉 Want to lead better? Stop reacting. Start being intentional with your choices. 👉 Want to grow confidence? Become a learner.

Leadership starts at home. In the quiet. In the ordinary. In the way you begin your day.

Try This:

Pick one thing you’ll do every morning this week; just for you. Not to feel productive, but something simple that makes you feel good. Just to remind yourself: you’ve got this.

And if you need accountability? Contact us! TAP is built for this kind of growth.

Powerful leadership starts with one good choice at a time.