Transform your home into a sanctuary of supportive energy by cultivating a stress-free environment.
Our homes, often mere stopovers in our busy lives, can be transformed into true sanctuaries. Just as gardens require tending to bloom, our homes need care to become wellsprings of replenishment and beauty. By treating them as cherished treasures, we can shift their energy and foster a deeper connection to our personal space.
Consider your home as a mirror of your inner self. If its current appearance doesn’t align with how you envision yourself, it can hinder your ability to shine truly. Transforming your home to reflect your inner landscape doesn’t require a complete overhaul or significant expense.
Simple actions can make a profound difference:
Curate your surroundings: Arrange items so that your gaze consistently falls upon the things you love most.
Embrace hidden treasures: Bring out cherished items you’ve tucked away, or use your finest dishes.
Make small repairs: Address minor issues that can accumulate and detract from your home’s appeal.
Declutter and organize: A cost-free way to reduce chaos and invite calm into your space.
Rejuvenate with purpose: View the rejuvenation of your personal space as a creative project that enhances well-being and connection.
Create space for newness: Donate old items to charity, opening up your home for fresh energy.
Streamline daily tasks: Simple strategies, such as storing bills in decorative boxes and designating a specific time to address them, can help reduce stress.
Ensure free flow of energy: Remove clutter to allow energy to move freely throughout your space.
Simplifying your home allows your imagination and energy to flourish. By prioritizing your home as the heart of your family’s activities, you gain the freedom to focus on what truly matters: time for yourself, time for loved ones, and time to replenish your energy, enabling you to share more and the world.
Peace & Harmony, Coach Cher
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Authentic empathy understands that the divisions we see between ourselves and others are actually not real.
Compassion hinges on acknowledging the profound link between ourselves and others. Genuine compassion sees the illusion in the barriers we create. While this deep understanding might be initially elusive, consistent practice fosters its development. Each instance of prioritizing others over ourselves moves us closer, and as with any skill, compassion flourishes in challenging situations.
Daily, we exercise minor acts of compassion when loved ones are irritable or when others make errors in traffic. We show forgiveness by striving for understanding, recalling our stressful moments. However, compassion becomes more difficult when we struggle to comprehend another’s actions. These situations prompt introspection, exposing parts of our psyches we may have repressed or denied due to societal stigma. This is where true personal growth begins, requiring us to examine ourselves and own the disowned aspects of ourselves. It is here that we have the potential for inner transformation.
This might appear daunting, yet when faced with circumstances that demand compassion, regardless of the difficulty, we can trust our preparedness. We can draw upon the developed inner light to guide us, connecting us to the hearts of others.
Peace & Harmony, Coach Cher
“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”~ Mother Teresa
Supporting Anxious Young Adults Facing Their Futures: A Call to Action for Skilled Adults
Growing up in the 1970s, our futures were certainly a concern. However, there was a prevailing belief among skilled and experienced adults, when they weren’t focused on sending us to war, that our lives would surpass those of our parents and grandparents. A key difference between then and now lies in the respect afforded to young adults. Back then, adults voiced concerns like “cut your hair,” “put a bra on,” and “stop smoking those funny cigarettes.” These specific issues no longer seem to be a focus for adults today. One wonders if they should be.
Recent studies show that nearly 70% of young adults experience anxiety when they look ahead to their future, from career paths and financial independence to relationships, health, and identity. This isn’t simply a “phase.” It’s a widespread and pressing emotional burden. As skilled and experienced adults, we are in a powerful position to support, guide, and inspire the next generation—if we choose to show up intentionally and compassionately.
1. Normalize Uncertainty, Don’t Glorify Control
Many young people believe that by their mid-20s, they should have it all figured out. We can help by sharing our own stories—honestly. Talk about the career pivots, unexpected life detours, and personal reinventions that shaped you. Let them see that uncertainty isn’t failure; it’s part of becoming.
“I didn’t land on my career until I was 35.”
“The job I loved at 22 wasn’t the one I loved at 42.”
When we normalize nonlinear journeys, we relieve them from the false pressure to get it perfect right now.
2. Offer Mentorship, Not Management
Many young adults fear judgment when they ask for advice. They’re used to being evaluated on tests, in college applications, and on social media. Instead of prescribing solutions, offer coaching. Be a mentor who asks, “What do you love doing?” or “What kind of life would you like to wake up to?”
Offer frameworks, not fixed answers. Ask questions that foster internal reflection, not external validation.
3. Model Emotional Regulation and Coping Strategies
Anxiety around the future is not always logical—it’s emotional. So, rather than offering only “solutions,” show them how to manage the feeling of anxiety. Share what works for you: mindfulness, journaling, breaking big goals into small actions, or simply knowing when to rest.
When adults model emotional literacy, young people learn that being overwhelmed doesn’t mean they’re broken—it means they’re human.
4. Create Brave (Not Just Safe) Spaces
Safe spaces are important, but brave spaces are transformational. Be someone they can talk to without fear of ridicule. Let them explore their doubts, fears, and dreams—even if those dreams seem wild or uncertain.
Start conversations like:
“What’s something you want to do but haven’t said out loud yet?”
“If fear weren’t in the way, what would you try?”
5. Provide Tangible Tools, Not Just Talks
Sometimes anxiety is fueled by not knowing how to move forward. Offer real-world tools:
Resume-building help
Budgeting workshops
Skill-building internships or shadowing opportunities
Guidance on navigating healthcare, housing, or credit
Equipping them with real skills reduces fear and builds confidence.
6. Challenge the Myth of “Success”
Help dismantle the harmful narrative that success must look a certain way—high-paying job, house by 30, picture-perfect life. Emphasize fulfillment, not just achievement.
Success can be:
Doing meaningful work
Being mentally and physically well
Having healthy relationships
Living with integrity
Let’s help young people define success on their terms.
7. Walk With, Not Ahead
At the core of all help is this truth: young adults don’t need saviors. They need companions—adults who will walk with them, not ahead of them, shining a light back with encouragement, wisdom, and hope.
“You’re not behind. You’re on your way.”
In Summary: As skilled, emotionally aware adults, we can help young adults navigate future-focused anxiety not by fixing their fears, but by faithfully walking with them through it. Listening deeply. Sharing honestly. Encouraging gently. Equipping tangibly.
And above all, reminding them: the future isn’t something to fear—it’s something to co-create.
Peace & Harmony, Coach Cher
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I look forward to helping you transform your lifestyle.
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Welcome to our monthly newsletter, THE GRACE NOTES, where we bring tips and inspiration to help you create a more organized, harmonious living space. This month, we’re diving into the transformative power of the home organization process and how it can enhance your daily life.
As we embrace a new month, let’s focus on the power of a well-organized home.
Here are some impactful tips to help you transform your space:
Step-by-Step Tips for a Clutter-Free Space
Start Small: Think Big: Begin with one room or even a single drawer. Decluttering in manageable chunks prevents overwhelm and fuels motivation.
Declutter with Purpose: Assess each item’s value. If it doesn’t serve a purpose or spark joy, it’s time to let it go. Donate or recycle to reduce waste.
Create Functional Zones: Designate specific areas for cooking, working, and relaxing activities. This makes everything easier to find and use.
Maximize Vertical Space: Use shelves, hooks, and cabinets to utilize wall space. This keeps surfaces clear and the room feeling more open.
Regular Maintenance: Set aside 15 minutes a day for a quick tidy-up. Consistent maintenance prevents clutter from accumulating.
Personalize Your Space: Make your home uniquely yours. Incorporate items that reflect your style and personality while maintaining a clutter-free environment.
A well-organized home not only looks great but also boosts your mental clarity and productivity. Start your journey today and feel the transformative impact of an organized living space.
Why Organize?
A well-organized home is more than just aesthetically pleasing—it’s a catalyst for a healthier, more productive lifestyle. Clutter and chaos can lead to stress, reduce your efficiency, and even affect your mental health. On the flip side, an organized home can create a sense of calm, improve your focus, and give you more time to enjoy the things you love.
The Benefits You’ll Experience
Reduced Stress: A tidy environment can help lower anxiety levels, making your home a true sanctuary.
Increased Productivity: With everything in its place, you’ll spend less time searching for things and more time being productive or relaxing.
Enhanced Creativity: An organized space can inspire new ideas and creative thinking.
Improved Health: Less clutter means fewer places for dust and allergens to accumulate, contributing to better indoor air quality.
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If the thought of organizing your entire home feels overwhelming, remember you don’t have to do it alone. As a professional organizer, I am here to help you every step of the way. Together, we can create a customized plan that suits your lifestyle and transforms your home into a space where you can thrive.
Ready to take the first step towards a more organized life? Contact me today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can bring order and tranquility to your home. Let’s make your dream space a reality!
In moments of creativity, the mind becomes calm, stress disappears, freedom emerges, offering an opportunity for exploration, expression, and emotional recovery.
During my time as a cleaner and organizer, I had the privilege of encountering incredibly creative individuals. One client’s daughter and son-in-law were musicians with the Chicago Symphony, a truly unique experience of cleaning to such beautiful music. Another client had children attending Juilliard in NYC, and I would often be mesmerized watching them practice as I worked. It’s a reminder of our innate creativity – our capacity to envision and bring to life anything we imagine.
When children asked about my creative pursuits, I shared my enjoyment of sewing, vision boards, and repurposing. However, I always emphasized that my greatest creative gift lies in my ability to create clean and efficient, purposeful spaces. Ultimately, we all possess skills that allow us to be creative in our way.
Cleaning is my therapy; my clients said I left behind “Scent Therapy” at their homes.
The Healing Power of Creativity
Creativity serves as a pathway to emotional well-being and inner peace, transcending its role as a mere pastime. Engaging in creative activities like music, writing, or art enables the processing of emotions, alleviates stress, and rekindles a sense of lightheartedness often overshadowed by daily pressures.
Research indicates that creative expression significantly benefits mental health by reducing anxiety, enhancing concentration, and building resilience. Uninhibited creative engagement fosters an environment where thoughts can circulate freely, facilitating natural emotional healing.
Mindful Painting: A Transformative Practice.
Mindful painting stands out as a particularly calming and transformative form of creative expression. Diverging from traditional painting’s emphasis on technique or final product, mindful painting encourages full presence in the artistic process.
The blending and swirling of colors with each brushstroke reflect the fluid nature of our emotions. In this practice, there are no mistakes, only the soothing cadence of movement, the texture of the paint, and the awareness of breath as one yields to the present moment. This sensory engagement calms the mind and cultivates profound inner tranquility. Cultivating Self-Compassion Through Art.
Mindful painting fosters a self-relationship grounded in curiosity and kindness. As the brush moves across the canvas, one develops trust in their intuition, lets go of the need for perfection, and appreciates the beauty found in imperfections. Within this realm of creative flow, the intellect softens, stress dissipates, and a sense of liberation emerges—an open invitation to explore, express, and heal in ways that often surpass the limitations of language.
Peace & Harmony, Cheryl
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Right now is an opportunity to begin anew; waiting for a specific date like a new year, month, or week isn’t necessary.
Life presents various opportune moments for new beginnings, such as the start of a year, graduation, career changes, or relocation. These transitions often provide inherent momentum that can propel us forward. However, the power to start fresh is not limited to these events. We can choose to reset at any point, whether it’s to overcome a difficult day or to mend a faltering relationship. This mental reset allows us to approach situations with a clean perspective.
The effectiveness of starting anew is amplified when we concentrate on our desired outcomes. Fixating on negative aspects tends to perpetuate them. It’s crucial to practice self-compassion during new beginnings. Adapting to change takes time, regardless of our enthusiasm for it. Patience is key; setbacks should be viewed as learning opportunities that contribute to our growth and progress.
The very act of deciding to start anew generates its own positive energy. This forward drive creates a pull, attracting the necessary resources to support our chosen path. While the journey may involve unforeseen detours, it’s an ongoing process, much like natural cycles with their phases of growth and dormancy. Each decision to begin again is a commitment to personal improvement and reaching our full potential.
Peace & Harmony, Cheryl
“A person who’s complete by themself doesn’t get bored or lonely,”
Disappointment can ground us in reality and prevent us from dwelling on what could have been.
Disappointment is an unavoidable risk when our expectations aren’t met. This can lead to a range of emotions, from mild sadness to anger, directed at ourselves, others, or the world. Although disappointment is a difficult and natural emotion, there are ways to cope.
Acknowledging and processing disappointment is crucial for personal growth and emotional well-being. One effective way to move forward is through journaling about the experience. This can involve detailing your initial hopes and expectations, contrasting them with the reality of the situation, and exploring the emotions that arise from the discrepancy. By putting your thoughts and feelings into words, you can gain clarity and perspective, allowing you to process the disappointment in a healthy way. This is what I do. . . . .
Disappointment can also serve as a valuable reality check. It can realign your expectations with the actual circumstances, preventing you from dwelling on what could have been and helping you to focus on what is. This can lead to a greater sense of acceptance and peace, enabling you to move forward with a more realistic outlook.
Additionally, reflecting on the experience can help you identify any patterns or recurring themes in your disappointments. This self-awareness can be empowering, as it allows you to make informed decisions and adjust your expectations accordingly, potentially reducing the frequency and intensity of future disappointments.
What’s more, processing sorrow can foster resilience and emotional strength. By learning to cope with setbacks and unmet expectations, you can develop the ability to bounce back from adversity and navigate life’s challenges with greater ease.
Reflecting on past disappointments may reveal that some outcomes were ultimately better than our initial desires. Disappointment can lead to acceptance, wisdom, and the energy to start anew.
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Affordable Ways to Keep Your Home Tidy By Cheryl, Clutter Coach at Lifestyle by Designs | Apr 15, 2025
Keeping your home tidy doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune on fancy containers or hiring a cleaning crew every week. With a few smart, budget-friendly habits, you can create a more organized and peaceful space without breaking the bank.
Here are some affordable ways to keep your home tidy and stress-free:
1. Declutter First – Always
Before spending money on bins or shelves, go through each room and remove what you no longer need. Donate, recycle, or toss items you haven’t used in over a year. Less stuff means less to clean and organize.
2. Use What You Already Have
Repurpose jars, shoe boxes, or old baskets as storage containers. An empty mason jar makes a great pen holder. A shoebox with a lid can keep cords or stationery neatly tucked away. You don’t need a Pinterest-worthy look for an efficient system to work.
3. Create a 10-Minute Daily Reset
Set a timer for 10 minutes each evening to do a quick tidy-up: clear countertops, toss trash, fluff the couch cushions, and put away out-of-place items. It keeps mess from building up and costs nothing but a little time.
4. Label Everything
A simple roll of masking tape and a marker can create labels that help everyone in the house know where things belong. Clear labels reduce the chances of clutter reappearing.
5. Designate a “Drop Zone”
Set up a small space near your front door for shoes, keys, mail, and bags. A tray, hooks, or an unused basket works wonders to corral everyday items and keep clutter from spreading.
6. Shop Thrift Stores for Organizers
Instead of spending big at retail stores, check out local thrift shops for inexpensive shelves, bins, or storage furniture. Many quality pieces just need a quick clean or a coat of paint to look brand new.
7. Adopt a One-In, One-Out Rule
For every new item you bring into your home, remove one. This keeps things from piling up and makes you think twice about impulse buys.
8. Use Vertical Space
Install wall hooks, hanging baskets, or floating shelves to maximize unused space. Vertical storage helps keep things off the floor and adds style and structure to a room.
9. Keep a Donation Box Handy
Place a box or bag in a closet where you can easily toss things you no longer want. When it’s full, take it to a local charity. It encourages a minimalist mindset and keeps clutter moving out the door.
10. Plan Seasonal Purges
Schedule mini-decluttering sessions at the start of each season. It keeps your home aligned with your current needs and avoids last-minute deep cleans before holidays or guests arrive.
Final Thought: Staying organized doesn’t require expensive tools—it just takes commitment, creativity, and consistency. At Lifestyle by Designs, we specialize in helping clients find sustainable, affordable ways to bring order to their homes and offices. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by clutter, let’s create a system that works for your lifestyle.
Peace & Harmony, Cheryl
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