Accepting Help
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PROJECT OF THE WEEK
We all know it’s impossible to be good at everything.
No one questions why a soccer or basketball team needs a coach. We don’t expect kids to teach themselves how to read—that’s why we have teachers. Yet, when it comes to essential life skills like managing time, making plans, and following through on projects, we assume everyone should just know how to do it.
Why do we expect our kids—young and old—to magically master executive functioning skills without guidance?
Over the years, I’ve had countless conversations with potential clients about their goals, challenges, and what’s been holding them back. More times than I can count, they tell me they want to “give it one more shot” on their own. If I still can’t do it, I’ll reach back out, they say.
And many of them do reach back out. They become great clients. They thrive with the right support.
What frustrates me as a coach is the unrealistic expectation society places on students, working parents, and ambitious professionals—the idea that they should be able to do it all alone. And if they can’t? Something must be wrong with them.
Never mind the fact that most schools don’t actually teach executive functioning. Never mind that some people naturally struggle with it more than others, even though, with the right support, they can be incredibly successful.
Getting Started
There is no shame in asking for help. There is no weakness in accepting it.
I often wonder—if we could remove the stigma around needing support, how many more creative and brilliant minds would reach their full potential?
ADHD, at its core, is a brain difference. It can make executive functioning more difficult, but it also enhances creativity, energy, and the ability to hyperfocus on what truly matters.
Imagine the groundbreaking ideas and innovations that could come to life if executive functioning support were simply seen as a resource—without shame, without hesitation, just like a coach on the field or a teacher in the classroom.
What could we achieve if we embraced the power of help?
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A Note from Happy Spaces
Our goal is simple: to add value to your life. If you think this project will be helpful, here are some steps to set yourself up for success:
Estimate how long it will take—then double it. Giving yourself extra time helps reduce stress.
Schedule it on your calendar for the week ahead. Setting a specific date increases follow-through.
Break it up if it will take more than an hour. Tackling it in smaller steps makes it more manageable.
Make a list of every action needed before you start. A clear plan helps keep you on track.
Do what works for you—you don’t have to complete every part, just what adds value to your life.
Find an Accountability Partner—having support makes it easier to stay committed.
We understand that building new habits and systems can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. For additional support, visit HappySpacesBySarah.com and let’s make organizing and planning easier together.
Creating a life you don't need a vacation from! ®
Sincerely,
Sarah Weingarten
Meet Sarah
As the oldest of nine kids with two working parents, I grew up juggling many responsibilities at home. Organization and time management became my lifeline amidst the chaos.
I attended the Cornell Hotel School and pursued my childhood dream of working in the hospitality industry. In 2016, I launched Happy Spaces, combining my passion for structure and efficiency with helping others.
I love working with students to develop essential organizational, time management, and study skills. These skills empower them to reach their full potential, build confidence, and create a future they feel good about.