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Posted in Clean & Tidy
Posted on by Coach Cher

Make Organizing Your Home and Office a Lifestyle—Not Just a To-Do List

What if organizing wasn’t just something you did when guests were coming over or chaos finally became unbearable?

What if it became who you are?

Not a task… but a lifestyle.

When we walk into a cluttered room—papers stacked in corners, clothes on chairs, cables twisted in piles—it doesn’t just affect what we see. It affects how we feel. Clutter whispers lies: You’re behind. You’ll never catch up. You’re failing. And even if we ignore it, our nervous system doesn’t.

We carry that weight into our day, into our work, into our relationships. We snap when we mean to comfort. We procrastinate when we want to act. We feel stuck when we deeply want to move forward.

But here’s the truth: 

Organizing is not about being perfect. It’s about being free.

Free to think clearly.
Free to breathe deeply.
Free to move forward with intention.

When we make organizing a lifestyle, we begin choosing clarity over chaos every day. We take back the power from the piles and reclaim our time, our space, our peace.

  • It’s five minutes every morning to reset your desk before you begin work.
  • It’s giving every item in your home a purpose—and letting go of what no longer serves you.
  • It’s creating systems that support who you are today, not who you used to be.

You deserve a home that welcomes you in peace.
You deserve a workspace that reflects your purpose.
You deserve a life that flows.

Organizing isn’t about the bins or the labels or the aesthetics (although those can help). It’s about respect—for your time, your energy, your journey.

And when you shift from occasional tidying to intentional living, your home and office stop being sources of stress… and start becoming sanctuaries.

Let every drawer you declutter be an act of self-love.
Let every system you set up be a declaration of worth.
Let every clear space be a canvas—for the life you’re ready to build.

You’re not just getting organized.

You’re becoming someone who lives organized.

And that changes everything.

Posted in Clean & Tidy

We Organize Kids Too . . .

Posted on by Coach Cher

“The secret to getting ahead is getting started,” from the writer Mark Twain. 

LIFESTYLE BY DESIGN ~ Home & Office Organizer can provide ADHD students with the structure and clarity they often need to thrive in both academic and personal environments. Many students with ADHD struggle with time management, clutter, and keeping track of assignments or materials, which can create unnecessary stress and overwhelm. 

Some examples of LBD’s tailored systems:

  • Color-coded folders
  • Labeled bins & totes
  • Digital or paper planners

An organizer can break tasks into manageable steps and create designated spaces that reduce distractions. This helps students stay focused, know exactly where things belong, and build consistent habits that support learning and daily routines.

Beyond physical organization, a professional organizer can also introduce practical strategies that align with the way ADHD students naturally think and work. This might include using visual reminders, checklists, and timers to reinforce focus, or setting up homework zones with minimal clutter and sensory distractions. 

By coaching students in these techniques and customizing solutions to fit their unique learning styles, the organizer empowers them:

  • Gain confidence
  • Independence & sense of accomplishment. 
  • Improving self-esteem
  • Reducing anxiety
  • Creating lifelong tools for success

Is your child struggling with school paperwork or deadlines? Reach out to Coach Cher for support.

organizercoach98@gmail.com / (860)941-8630 Text or Call

The Challenge ADHD Students Face

Many students with ADHD experience:

  • Difficulty with time management
  • Struggles with clutter and disorganization
  • Trouble keeping track of assignments, materials, and deadlines

Drawing upon 27+ years of experience in home organization, I’ve identified three key areas crucial for families. These challenges can create unnecessary stress, overwhelm, and barriers to learning.

1. How Organization Techniques Help

By creating tailored systems, an organizer can transform these struggles into opportunities for success. 

Examples include:

  • Color-coded folders to visually sort subjects and priorities
  • Labeled bins and totes so every item has a home
  • Digital or paper planners to track assignments and schedules

These systems break large tasks into manageable steps, reduce distractions, and help students know exactly where things belong. Over time, this builds consistent habits that support both academic performance and daily routines.

2. Beyond Physical Organization

Organization is not just about spaces—it’s about strategies.
We also introduce tools that align with the way ADHD students naturally think and work:

  • Visual reminders and checklists for clarity
  • Timers to improve focus and manage transitions
  • Homework zones are designed with minimal clutter and sensory distractions

3. The Impact on Students

By coaching students in these methods and customizing solutions to their unique learning styles, we empower them to:

  • Gain confidence and independence
  • Experience a stronger sense of accomplishment
  • Improve self-esteem
  • Reduce anxiety
  • Develop lifelong tools for success

Call to Action

If your child or students are struggling with organization and focus, Lifestyle by Design can help. Together, we can build systems that support their academic success and personal growth.

For Parents: Is Your Child Struggling in School? Reach out to Coach Cher for support.

Text or Call 860-941-8630 | organizercoach98@gmail.com