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Daily Goal | The Desk /Office | Coaches Checklist |

Coach’s Prep designed for a 60-minute session on keeping a desk clean to support health and wellbeing

Attention: A Clean desk for Health is not only practical but may boost your health, focus and well-being in your workspace.

Clients Who may need this hour session

  • Employees, store staff, or customers of Health Storey USA
  • Hybrid or remote workers; small offices or home offices
  • All levels, especially those who want simple, sustainable desk habits
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Monday Goal |Declutter Around the Bedroom |

Decluttering a Bedroom – A Health Coach’s Guide to Client Conversation with Professional Boundaries and Non-Sexual Communication


Decluttering a bedroom isn’t just about tidying up a space—it’s a practical, low-stakes way to help clients lower stress, improve sleep, and boost daily energy. For Health Storey coaches, recommending a calmer, more intentional sleep environment can be a powerful lever for wellness. All Health Storey Coaches must offer guidance in an ethically and professional manner and know how to handle boundary and boundary-testing situations and how to communicate in a non-sexual, liability-conscious way.

Why bedroom decluttering matters for health coaching clients

  • Sleep and stress: A neat, simple sleep space reduces cognitive load at night, which can help people fall asleep faster and experience fewer wake-ups.
  • Energy and mood: A calm environment supports better daytime mood and consistent energy, making it easier to follow health plans.
  • Routine and self-efficacy: A streamlined room reinforces healthy routines and boosts a client’s sense of control.
  • Safety and accessibility: Clearing surfaces and floors minimizes tripping hazards and visual distractions.

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Health Storey Habits to Help you Achieve Your Health Goals

Health Coaches, here are a list of Healthy Habits for Your Clients

  • Write down your health focused lifestyle goals.
  • Accept constructive Criticism from your health coach and support group.
  • Dates and timeline your goals and actions in a journal or calendar.
  • Have a strong foundation for every health goal and create an on-ramping.
  • Limit self criticism and don’t beat yourself up over the need to pivot to a more manageable goal.

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Schedule a Month of Digital Cleaning | 2026

A Digital Cleaning Schedule for January 2026: 30 Days to a Cleaner, More Organized Digital Life

As we step into January 2026, it’s the perfect time to refresh more than just your home or office—why not clean up your digital life? Just like spring cleaning, but for your gadgets, accounts, and online presence, a digital cleanse can improve your productivity, security, and peace of mind. Over 30 days, dedicate a little time each day to tackle one digital cleaning task. By the end of January, you’ll feel lighter, safer, and more in control of your digital world.

How a Digital Clean Can Help Keep Stress Down

In our hyper-connected world, digital devices and online accounts are indispensable tools. However, the constant influx of emails, notifications, and digital clutter can lead to information overload, anxiety, and stress. Taking time to perform a digital clean—a thorough decluttering and organizing of your digital life—can be an effective strategy to reduce stress and improve mental well-being.

The Link Between Digital Clutter and Stress

Research has consistently shown that digital clutter can contribute to higher stress levels. According to a 2017 study by the University of California, Irvine, it takes an average of 23 minutes and 15 seconds to refocus on a task after being distracted—often by notifications or digital interruptions (Mark, Gudith, & Klocke, 2017). This constant task-switching leads to mental fatigue and elevated stress.

Furthermore, a 2019 report from the American Psychological Association (APA) highlighted that managing multiple digital accounts and the feeling of being “always on” increases anxiety among adults, with 43% of respondents reporting stress related to their digital lives (APA Stress in America Report, 2019).

Benefits of a Digital Clean

  1. Reduced Cognitive Overload: Clearing out unnecessary files, emails, and apps minimizes distractions, allowing your brain to focus better. This can translate into improved productivity and a calmer mind.
  2. Improved Sleep Quality: Blue light exposure and late-night screen time can disrupt sleep. A digital clean often includes setting boundaries on device use and notifications, which can contribute to better sleep hygiene (Harvard Health Publishing, 2020).
  3. Enhanced Sense of Control: Organizing your digital environment and securing your accounts can reduce anxiety about lost data or security breaches. A study published in Computers in Human Behavior (2021) found that digital organization correlates with lower perceived stress and higher life satisfaction (Soh et al., 2021).
  4. Emotional Well-being: Unsubscribing from negative or overwhelming content and curating your social media feeds can create a more positive online experience, which is linked to better mood and reduced feelings of loneliness (Huang, 2022).

Practical Steps to a Digital Clean

Creating a routine for digital cleaning—such as deleting old emails, updating passwords, and managing notifications—can make a significant difference. Setting aside time weekly or monthly helps keep your digital space clutter-free and stress levels low.

Incorporating a digital clean into your lifestyle is more than a productivity hack; it’s a vital practice for mental health and well-being. By reducing digital overwhelm, you free up mental space, improve focus, and foster a greater sense of peace in an increasingly digital world.

References:

  • Mark, G., Gudith, D., & Klocke, U. (2017). The Cost of Interrupted Work: More Speed and Stress. Proceedings of the SIGCHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems.
  • American Psychological Association. (2019). Stress in America: Generation Z.
  • Harvard Health Publishing. (2020). Blue light has a dark side.
  • Soh, J., Lee, J., & Lee, Y. (2021). Digital Organization and Mental Health: Impacts on Stress and Life Satisfaction. Computers in Human Behavior, 123, 106886.
  • Huang, C. (2022). Social Media Use and Psychological Well-Being: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 41(2), 120-145.

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Announcement | Health Newsletter

Kickstart Your New Year with Our Weekly Health Pep Talk Newsletter – Launching December 28, 2025 at Health-Storey.com

As the new year approaches, many of us are setting ambitious health and wellness goals. To help you stay motivated and on track, we’re excited to announce the launch of our weekly newsletter starting December 28, 2025. Packed with practical tips, inspiring insights, and expert advice, this newsletter is designed to empower you to make meaningful changes throughout the year.

Here’s how you can use our newsletter to supercharge your New Year’s goals:

  1. Try New Vegetable Dishes and Discover Nutritional Benefits
    Each week, we’ll introduce you to delicious vegetable-based recipes along with clear explanations of the nutrients they provide. Understanding the benefits of what you eat makes healthy choices easier and more enjoyable, helping you build a vibrant, nutrient-rich diet.
  2. Work on Mini-Goals to Support Your Long-Term Vision
    Big goals can feel overwhelming, but breaking them down into manageable mini-goals makes progress steady and sustainable. Our newsletter will guide you through achievable daily or weekly challenges that build healthy habits, keeping your long-term wellness aspirations well within reach.
  3. Learn How Urban Living Affects Your Body and What You Can Do About It
    Living in urban environments introduces unique challenges to our health, from pollution to stress and limited green spaces. We’ll help you understand these impacts and share practical lifestyle changes that can counteract these effects, improving your overall well-being.

Ready to start 2026 with confidence and clarity? Subscribe to our weekly pep talk newsletter and take your health journey to the next level—one step at a time!