Entrepreneur Timur Yusufov has launched the free "7-Day Space Reset Challenge," a public initiative designed to help people create healthier, more supportive living environments through simple daily actions that require no tools, renovation, or budget. The challenge stems from Yusufov's core belief that "If the space is broken, the system breaks too," drawing on his over 20 years of experience at the intersection of real estate, healthcare, and long-term care design.
The initiative addresses the significant impact living environments have on daily life. Research indicates that 90% of our time is spent indoors according to the EPA, while cluttered spaces raise cortisol levels linked to anxiety and depression as noted by UCLA studies. Furthermore, organized spaces can improve focus and reduce decision fatigue by up to 40% according to the Princeton Neuroscience Institute. The challenge specifically targets mental clarity, comfort, and personal agency, particularly benefiting multi-generational families, remote workers, and caregivers.
Yusufov's seven-day plan consists of tasks taking less than 15 minutes each day using only existing household items. Day one involves clearing a walkway of trip hazards, while day two focuses on adding an organizational "anchor" like a bowl or basket to chaotic areas. Subsequent days include increasing natural light, creating clutter-free zones, changing seating positions, adding soft textures to unwelcoming spaces, and repositioning frequently used items for better accessibility.
"Good space doesn't have to be expensive," Yusufov explains. "It just has to be intentional." Participants are encouraged to share their progress online using the hashtag #SpaceResetChallenge, though a private option is available through a downloadable printable checklist at vitalcarerx.com.
The challenge's importance lies in addressing the growing awareness of how physical environments affect wellbeing, particularly as people spend more time at home. With falls in the home being the number one cause of injury for older adults according to the CDC, and remote work becoming increasingly common, creating supportive living spaces has broader implications for public health, productivity, and quality of life across demographics.
