Morning begins here: the first cup, the clink of a spoon, the steam rising.
But when mugs pile up and syrups spill, the ritual feels like a scramble.
This reset brings back the ease, so your day starts steady, not stressed.
Your RESET
Five steps, one calm corner. Just follow R → E → S → E → T.
R — Remove
Take everything out—yes, every mug, bag, and gadget.
💡Put items on a tray or towel so you can see what’s really there.
(Even that travel-mug colony plotting under the sink.)
E — Evaluate
Sort into three quick piles:
Daily → your go-to coffee, filters, mug
Extras → teas, syrups, seasonal mugs
Out → expired, duplicates, or doesn’t belong
S — Set
Place Daily items front and center on a tray or in a small bin.
Group Extras in a basket—easy to grab, not in the way.
Move Out items to donation, recycling, or trash.
E — Establish
Add one small system to keep it calm:
Hooks or rack for mugs
Lazy Susan for syrups/sweeteners
Restock beans weekly so the jar’s never empty
T — Tweak
Choose a finishing touch that matches your rhythm:
Low energy → one basket: toss it in, tidy later.
Clear view → bins or bright colors so nothing hides.
Stylist touch → a plant, candle, or favorite mug on display.
🌼 Because I reset this coffee spot, my mornings begin with coffee—not clutter. That first sip tastes calmer.
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