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 draws on Yusufov's core belief that "If the space is broken, the system breaks too," reflecting his 20 years of experience at the intersection of real estate, healthcare, and long-term care design.
Research underscores why environment impacts daily life. Studies show that the layout, light, and function of living spaces directly affect mental health, productivity, and physical safety. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 90% of our time is spent indoors. UCLA research indicates cluttered spaces raise cortisol levels, which are linked to anxiety and depression. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports falls in the home are the number one cause of injury for older adults, while the Princeton Neuroscience Institute found organized spaces improve focus and reduce decision fatigue by up to 40%.
The Space Reset Challenge focuses on daily design habits that support mental clarity, comfort, and personal agency, particularly benefiting multi-generational families, remote workers, and caregivers. Each daily task takes less than 15 minutes and uses only what participants already have at home. The seven-day plan includes clearing walkways of trip hazards, adding organizational anchors like bowls or trays to chaotic spots, opening blinds to let in natural light, creating no-clutter zones, changing seating positions, adding soft items for texture, and repositioning frequently used items for better accessibility.
"Good space doesn't have to be expensive," Yusufov says. "It just has to be intentional." To encourage community participation, Yusufov invites participants to share photos or stories online using the hashtag #SpaceResetChallenge, with post ideas including before-and-after photos, reflections on routine changes, and family reactions. For those preferring privacy, a simple printable checklist is available for download at https://vitalcarerx.com to track progress without posting.
The challenge addresses a growing awareness of how living environments affect wellbeing, offering practical steps that contrast with expensive renovation projects. "You don't need a new house," Yusufov emphasizes. "You just need to treat your space like it supports your life—not just holds your stuff." The initiative represents Yusufov's broader mission to help people thrive in existing spaces through intentional design choices that promote dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
