Tidy Lifestyle gives clients back their time, space, and life by providing home organization services, decluttering, downsizing, and functional system set ups.
Meet Nicole Sachiko – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Nicole Sachiko. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Looking for a beautiful jewelry piece for this Spring?
Fariba is an expert at making women feel beautiful. Her offerings from Touchstone Crystal change seasonally to match today’s style and trends.
Do you need help writing content for websites, newsletters, blogs?
Lori’s Tora Writing Services provides writing and editing services for professionals who want to establish or expand the written proof of their expertise.
Ready to Tidy Up with a Certified KonMari Consultant®?
Do your finances match your lifestyle and future goals?
Yvonne Ceresa is a Fiancial Advisor with Edward Jones. She helps to empower individuals and families to save and grow their wealth so they have the financial resources to live their dreams.
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I want to express my gratitude and appreciation for your presence in the Tidy Lifestyle family. As a family member, I think it’s important to check in and ask you – How are you? Really?
Is there anything I can share, talk about, or do to add joy in your life? I really value your input and want to ensure that the content I create is meaningful to you.
I am looking to improve and bring you the best content possible. But to do that, I need your help. Your feedback will help me address relevant topics and answer questions that truly matter to you.
Please share your ideas by filling out our 2 minute Poll!
What topics would you like to see covered in future blog posts? Are there any specific questions or challenges you’re facing that we can help with?
Thanks again for your support and time. I’ll be going through all your suggestions and can’t wait to start working on content that reflects your ideas. Stay tuned for exciting new posts based on your feedback!
I’m excited to continue this journey with you. Together, we can make this blog an even more amazing resource for everyone!
Find and support a local business in Contra Costa County. All service providers on this list have been personally vetted, referred, and used by myself and/or clients. Please let the business owners know Nicole referred you. If you have used anyone on this list that did not leave you satisfied, please contact nicole@tidylife.style
Discard & Donate for a cause – Support our East Bay community! Donation Centers in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Lafayette, and surrounding cities.
Cause: Donations create critical programs that enhance the quality of life for community members, music therapy, grief support for children & teens, and high-quality hospice care to everyone who needs it, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay
Accepts Donations: Furniture, Clothing, Housewares, Jewelry, Home & Garden, Vintage
Donation Limit: . Delivering your donations in bags that weigh less than 20lbs is much appreciated. To schedule a pick-up time, please call us at (925) 674-9072
Cause: provide food, clothing, and small household items donated by our congregation and friends to people in our local community who are in need
Accepts Donations: high-quality clothing, linens, household goods, see the full list
Donation Limit: Please make sure that the items are in good condition, not damaged, and if electrical, such as lights, that they are in working condition
Address: 1753 Lacassie Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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St. Vincent De Paul Society
Cause: network of charity organizations with programs that provide food, clothing, shelter, rental assistance, medical services, employment, and workforce development in Contra Costa County
Cause: Proceeds are donated to the Contra Costa Crisis Center. Its mission is to keep people alive and safe, help them through crises, provide and connect them with culturally relevant resources in the community. They do this by operating three county-wide programs
Accepts Donations: clothing, small furniture, books, antiques, housewares, dishes, linens, art work, and more.
Donation Limit: It is a good idea to call before bringing your donations. Doesn’t sell or accept donations of television sets, microwave ovens, typewriters, telephones, large kitchen appliances, exercise equipment, window coverings (draperies or rods, blinds, shutters), large furniture, or electric blankets.
Cause: support community programs, scholarships, and resources for kids, teens, and adults
Accepts Donations: clothing, small furniture, books, antiques, housewares, dishes, linens, art work, and more.
Special Donations Accepted: UNOPENED toiletries can be donated for monthly kids food boxes. Please drop unopened toiletries in the bin at 2711 Buena Vista Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Cause: provides quality, affordable, veterinary care through our veterinary clinic for the companion animals of low-income Contra Costa County residents
Accepts Donations: clean, good-quality clothing, accessories, furniture, books, small countertop appliances, *see website for unaccepted items*
Donation Limit: Donation drop-off by appointment only
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM (back rooms close at 3:45 PM) Closed Sundays
Teen Challenge
Cause: provides successful recovery programs for men, women, teens, children, and families with destructive, abusive, and addictive lifestyles through mentoring, education, training
Accepts Donations: gently used clothing, baby items, vintage, antiques, furniture, kitchen, bedding, books, etc.
Donation Limit: Donation drop-off by appointment only
Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 10:30 AM to 6 PM, Wednesday 10:30AM to 5:30PM, Sundays 10AM to 6:30PM
Grateful Gatherings
Cause: When a family transitions from homelessness or crisis into a new home in the Bay Area, we help them furnish it. We believe that families can thrive when they have a safe and comfortable home.
Accepts Donations: FURNITURE – gently used couches, coffee tables, dressers, dining table + chair sets, end tables, nightstands, tv stands, desks, desk chairs
Does NOT accept: mattresses or bed frames
Donation Process: Fill out the furniture donation form. Schedule pick up or drop off appointment.
Cause: Birthright is committed to providing confidential, non-judgmental support to any woman who is pregnant or thinks she might be pregnant, no matter her age, race, circumstances, religion, marital status or financial situation.
Cause: BACN’s mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by offering critical services to families during difficult times. We create a warm, safe, and loving environment where children receive short-term care while their parents address challenging circumstances. All BACN services are free, voluntary, and confidential.
Accepts Donations: clean and gently used toys (to prevent any possible choking hazards please be sure small toys are secured in a bag), children’s equipment, diapers, non-expired baby food and formula, unopened diapers, books in good condition, puzzles and games (please tape boxes to ensure small pieces are kept inside), gently worn children’s clothing, and children’s shoes.
Baby clothing, blankets, bottles, strollers, and equipment
Children’s clothing, shoes, books, toys, furniture, and more.
Donation Process: Please call before dropping off your donations to ensure all items will be accepted!
Address: 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549
Does NOT accept: Books that are damaged, mildewed or moldy, smell of tobacco, or with significant underlining, highlight or notes. We do not accept encyclopedias, legal casebooks and statutes, magazines, recordings, video or audio cassettes or music CDs.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Cause: Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope for a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Accepts Donations: fully intact/upholstered furniture, new/less than 7 year old appliances, unused/ new/perfectly working tools/materials, light fixtures, high quality/full sets cabinets, good condition doors/windows, perfectly clean/functioning plumbing/fixtures, new floorboards, home decor, sports equipment, bicycles
Request a Pick Up: complete the pick up request form, confirm date/time, pay a flat fee of $40, Special note: on the day of your scheduled pickup, your donations must be in a garage, driveway, parking space, or curbside at time of pickup
How do you don’t love an item and should say goodbye?
you feel heavy
your hands pause
you tilt your head slightly and frown
you have to think
you feel guilty
for essential items that don’t spark joy, think about the purpose
Prepare to Declutter
Pick an easy category to start with – I recommend clothing.
Pile all items in one spot so you can see everything in that category at once. Example: pile ALL shirts throughout the home/car/office/storage unit on your bed.
Creating a physical pile gives us that “WOW” moment and helps us make informed decisions once and only once.
You know you love something because the instant you see and hold it, you feel warm and fuzzy inside. Sometimes items are less about happiness and more about practicality, usefulness, and function. Example: the blue shirt that goes with everything and is always washed regularly.
“Does it Spark Joy?”™
Step 1: Pick up one item at a time
Step 2: Hold it.
Ask yourself:
If this got stained/torn would I fix it?
If I lost this, would I buy it again?
Does this item enhance my life?
Do I feel like my best self with this item?
If you’re unsure if it Sparks Joy hug it close to your heart!
Gaze at it.
If it is clothing, please try it on!
Be Present
Be aware of how your body reacts to each item. You know you love something because that feeling is immediate. If you pause or have to think about an item – ask yourself, why?
Really feel the item in your hand and think deeply about what purpose it plays.
Be Mindful.
Have the courage to let go and stop all thoughts of “What if-?” Remember your goals and think of how each item you keep or discard contributes to your ideal lifestyle.
Try not to focus on-
reducing
efficient storage methods
feeling wasteful
giving items away
Instead focus on-
choosing belongings that inspire joy
enjoying life according to your own standards
appreciate how the items you discard supported you in your life
what role each item has in your life
Reframe Letting Go & Declutter
Every item you keep is a possession that brings you joy and/or makes life better.
Every item you discard is an opportunity to learn more about yourself and who you are today.
If you let go of something you’ve used until it’s broken and worn out: appreciate how its helped to enhance your life
If you declutter something you never used: it taught you a lesson in how you shop, that it did not have a purpose in your life
Think consciously about each item you discard: how will you choose to live moving forward? how you will acquire new things?
Keep items with Confidence
If you keep it then…
Use and appreciate it.
Create a forever home for every item: find it and know exactly what you have.
It’s natural to not put away everything all the time. No one is perfect. Organization is NOT about perfection! Make it a priority to create positive habits. Maybe you won’t put belongings back all the time, every day, but commit to putting things away.
