60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey: Success Begins With Making Your Bed!

<p>Hello to you in Winterswijk  and Amsterdam, Holland!</p><p>Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is 60 Seconds, your daily dose of hope, imagination, wisdom, stories, practical tips, and general riffing on this and that.</p><p>What’s the first thing that catches your eye when you step into a hotel room? Most likely it’s the beautifully made bed with the crisp sheets, plumped pillows and sharp hospital corners. What does this have to do with success?</p><p>Studies have shown that making your bed when you get up:</p><p>Provides a sense of accomplishment</p><p>Sets the tone for the day and encourages you to keep going</p><p>Leads to better productivity</p><p>Has a positive impact on your well-being and behavior</p><p>Looks and feels neat, clean, tidy, and attractive</p><p>Triggers feelings of well-being and taking charge</p><p>Lowers stress and improves your mood</p><p>And, you will actually sleep better when you climb into a smoothly made bed with a lightly plumped pillow after a hectic day</p><p><strong>Practical Tip</strong>: Remember what your mom said and make your bed. You will be wildly successful!</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Hospital-Corner">here</a> to see how to make a Hospital Corner.</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055PGUYU?tag=colinfgee-20">here</a> for “The Power of Habit” by Charles Duhigg.</p><p><i>This is the place to thrive together. Come for the stories - stay for the magic.  <strong>Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, follow, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! </strong>You’re invited to stop by the website and subscribe to stay current with Diane, her journeys, her guests, as well as creativity, imagination, walking, stories, camaraderie, and so much more</i>: <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Production Team: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055PGUYU?tag=colinfgee-20">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Music: Mer’s Waltz