🤯 Chaos to Calm with Clarity for Your Chaos

COS Local News & Events | Issue #070 12/20/23

20 Dec • Estimated Reading Time: 12 minutes

Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #070

🤣 Today’s Chuckle
🌤 COS Weather - Partly cloudy, mild & warm

🔦 Spotlight: 🤯 Chaos to Calm with Clarity for Your Chaos

📰 NORAD's Santa Adventure: From Calls to Clicks 🎅

📰 Colorado Springs' Agenda: Mayor's Blueprint for 2024 🏙️

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🚨 Stetson Hills Responds: Unraveling Wolf Valley Shooting

📆 Local Events - updated daily
🎄 Holiday Light Displays

📦 USPS Holiday Mailing Deadlines

Wellness: 🎀 Balancing Act: Joy Over Stress

💥 Who Should We Feature?

 

What do you call a bunch of chess masters bragging about their games in a hotel lobby?
👉 Chess nuts boasting in an open foyer 🤣

Our hope is that we made you smile today…pass it on.

 

 

Spotlight: 🤯 Chaos to Calm with Clarity for Your Chaos  

🙌 Transforming Spaces, Transforming Lives

In Colorado Springs, a beacon of tranquility and order shines through the daily disarray: Clarity for Your Chaos. This isn't just an organization service; it's a lifeline for those overwhelmed by the clutter of life, especially for those navigating the complexities of ADHD, Autism, or any sensory processing disorders.

🌟 A Personal Touch

Lauren Klayton, the founder, understands the struggle intimately. Her childhood, marked by ADHD and living in a highly cluttered space, propelled her to devise systems that worked for her own special needs. Lauren's experience is woven into the fabric of the services offered, ensuring that every strategy and solution is tailored to accommodate the unique needs of individuals she interacts with.

🏡 The Community's Organizer

From its serendipitous start in 2019, Clarity for Your Chaos has expanded its reach, now offering a suite of services designed to bring peace and functionality to your space:

  • Home & Business Organization

  • Sorting & De-Cluttering

  • Sustainable Systems Creation

  • Household Management Coaching

  • Packing & Unpacking

  • Neuro-Divergent Systems & Coaching

Each service is delivered with a judgment-free philosophy and a personalized approach, ensuring every client's space is transformed into a sanctuary that meets their unique needs.

💖 Real People, Real Results

The team at Clarity for Your Chaos are your neighbors — real people who understand daily life's challenges. They excel at making clients feel at home with their authenticity and empathy, particularly those within neuro-diverse needs. Their service is more than organizing; it's about creating environments where everyone can flourish.

🤝 More Than Organizing

Beyond tidying up spaces, Clarity for Your Chaos is deeply woven into the community's fabric. Their unique 'Robinhooding with consent' approach ensures that items no longer needed are repurposed to enrich the lives of others within the community, a testament to their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.

🌱 A Vision for the Future

The horizon is bright for Clarity for Your Chaos, with plans to open a storefront that doubles as a community center. This hub will provide essential items to those in need, focusing on supporting individuals with disabilities — a reflection of their dedication to inclusivity and support for all community members.

✉️ Join the Journey

Ready to transform your space and life? Contact Lauren at (719) 660-0678 or via email at [email protected]. Visit their website for before and after photos. Follow their heartwarming transformations on Instagram and Facebook, and witness the power of spaces designed with care and expertise.

With Clarity for Your Chaos, every space can be a haven of peace and functionality — especially for those who navigate the world a little differently.

 

🎅 NORAD's Santa Adventure: From Calls to Clicks

Colorado Springs, NORAD's tradition of tracking Santa, born from a 1955 wrong number incident, continues to evolve. Initially a phone service, it has transformed into NORAD's Santa tracker website, now available in nine languages. Santa enthusiasts can enjoy festive activities and await the real-time tracking on December 24th. 

🏙️ Colorado Springs' Agenda: Mayor's Blueprint for 2024

Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade, eyeing 2024, maintains his focus on public safety, economic vitality, infrastructure, housing, and community activation. Despite the setback of measure 2A, aimed at funding a new police training facility, Mobolade remains committed to addressing pressing issues shaped by community input. Plans include economic development, tackling homelessness, exploring housing solutions, and enhancing community engagement.

 

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🚨 Stetson Hills Responds: Unraveling Wolf Valley Shooting

In an incident on December 19, 2023, at around 9:30 PM, Colorado Springs police officers from the Stetson Hills Division responded to a shooting in the 8700 block of Wolf Valley Dr. One victim found in a vehicle, another taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Assault Unit takes over the investigation, and no arrests have been made at the time of this publication as the case continues.

 

Upcoming COS Area Events

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🎄 Holiday Light Displays

  1. The Broadmoor:

    • Open to locals until Dec 21st, the resort transforms into a winter wonderland, offering a delightful drive through the festively lit neighborhood.

    • Find more information at broadmoor.com/holiday-faq.

  2. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Electric Safari:

  3. Magic of Lights at Pikes Peak International Raceway:

  4. MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 7400 TUDOR ROAD:

    • Dec 22nd-23rd, 6-8 PM $5

    • In addition to the $5 entry fee per family, please help respond to the needs in our community by bringing one of the following donations:

      • One canned good item per person to support local food banks

      • One new toy for a child in our community

  5. City Streets Stroll:

    • Explore the festive atmosphere along Tejon Street with glowing trees and garland-wrapped light posts.

    • Acacia Park hosts downtown's proudest tree and offers ice skating

    • Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs boast charming scenes with carolers.

 

📦 USPS Holiday Mailing Deadlines 

  • Priority Mail Express — TODAY, Dec. 20

 

🎀 Balancing Act: Joy Over Stress

As we inch closer to the festivities, today we focus on managing expectations and reducing the stress that often accompanies the holiday season.

Managing Expectations and Reducing Stress

Holiday depression can be exacerbated by the pressure to create picture-perfect celebrations. Acknowledge that it's okay not to meet unrealistic standards; instead, set achievable goals. Simplify holiday plans by focusing on meaningful traditions and activities, letting go of unnecessary stressors.

To reduce stress, prioritize self-care. Take breaks when needed, engage in activities that bring joy…if you are capable of feeling it during your holiday depression, but maintain a healthy balance between socializing and alone time. Share responsibilities with loved ones, creating or ask for a collaborative and supportive environment. By embracing a realistic approach to the holidays and practicing self-compassion, you can navigate this season with greater ease and foster mental well-being.

 

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