Growing up, my Mom wanted us to make our beds, and for the most part I think we did. I did teach my kids to do so!!! Why?? Well, first of all, a made bed can make a messy room look less messy. Secondly, if you have pets, little kids, or anyone who eats on their beds if the bed is made, the pet hair, all little kid messes, and food crumbs are on the top of the bed, not mixed among the sheets. Thirdly, to me, climbing into a bed that has smooth sheets/blankets is like a lovely hug and is nice at the end of the day. It is even better when the sheets have just been laundered and things fit tighter on the bed. Ah, bliss.
It is funny that none of my kids think a made bed is beneficial, and those who live on their own and are married have spouses who don't care. Thankfully my two at home humor me and "hug" their beds every day for my benefit. If I were to go away for a week, I think their beds would be left disheveled. Thankfully my dh sees the benefit of making a bed, and does so. I really appreciated that about him when we met. Love my man!!