Ten Years of Happy Spaces
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On March 1st, Happy Spaces turned 10 years old.
Ten.
I can hardly believe it.
When I launched Happy Spaces in 2016, I wanted it to succeed so badly. Not just in a numbers-on-a-spreadsheet way. I wanted a career I believed in. Work that felt meaningful. Work where I could make a real difference.
And I wanted something else, too.
I wanted a career that could evolve.
I didn’t want to feel stuck. I wanted to know that if I ever felt like I wasn’t making a difference anymore, I could pivot. I could learn something new. I could grow in a new direction. I could keep serving people in ways that actually mattered.
Ten years later, I’m so proud of the work we’ve done.
And I say we very intentionally.
I Haven’t Done This Alone
Happy Spaces may have started as an idea on my laptop, but it has never been a solo effort.
I’ve had mentors who generously shared their wisdom (and sometimes their hard truths). I’ve had friends and colleagues cheering me on from the sidelines, and sometimes gently pushing me back into the arena when I needed it. I’ve had partners who believe in the quality of service we provide and help make that possible.
And this blog? It’s a team effort. It wouldn’t be what it is without the AMAZING Nicole Morelle and Lindsey Morano. Their support, talent, and steady presence make it possible for these words to land where they need to land.
And then there are my clients.
The heart of it all.
The Privilege of the Front Row Seat
I am so grateful for the people I get to work with.
They make this work meaningful and fun and deeply gratifying.
I get a front row seat to some of the most beautiful transformations.
I get to watch “my kids” graduate high school and college. I get to see clients genuinely create lives they don’t need vacations from. I watch clients launch businesses of their own—and flourish. I see larger companies build work environments that are not only profitable, but places people actually look forward to coming to.
There is nothing ordinary about that.
This work has never just been about organizing a space or creating a plan. It’s about helping people build lives that feel aligned. Calm. Intentional. Sustainable.
And being trusted in that process is something I will never take lightly.
What Ten Years Have Taught Me
A decade teaches you a few things.
It has taught me the value of making a plan, and then going for it. Not waiting until you feel 100% ready. Not waiting until you have every answer. Just taking the next step.
It has taught me the value of continuing to grow and learn. The version of Happy Spaces that exists today is not the same as the one that launched in 2016, and that’s a good thing. New paths appear when you stay curious. New ways to support clients emerge when you listen.
It has taught me that having savings matters. Financial margin creates creative freedom. It allows you to say yes to opportunities you didn’t even know you would want someday.
It has taught me that you need your people. You need support. You need community. And there is truly room for all of us to succeed together. Collaboration has expanded my world in ways competition never could.
It has taught me that small, consistent action matters more than big, dramatic moves. (You’ve heard me say this before.) The quiet, steady work adds up.
And maybe most importantly:
Sometimes the secret is simply to keep going.
Even when it’s hard. Even when you’re tired. Even when you’re questioning yourself.
If the work still matters to you, you will find a way forward.
The Risk That Changed Everything
I am so grateful I took the risk and started Happy Spaces.
There were easier choices. There were safer choices.
But this one? This one gave me purpose. It gave me growth. It gave me community. It gave me stories I could never have planned for.
Ten years in, I don’t feel finished.
I feel grounded.
I feel grateful.
And I feel excited.
I can’t wait to see what the next ten years look like.
Thank you for being part of this journey, whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just found your way here recently.
There is so much more to build.
And I’m so glad we’re building it together.
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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.