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Tired of feeling overwhelmed by clutter? Welcome to Tidy the Clutter, your guide to creating a more organized and peaceful home. Join Mariah, a full-time remote professional and mom who spends all day, every day, juggling work and family life in her home. After years of mastering the art of organizing while living (and working!) in the daily chaos, she shares practical solutions that actually work for busy families. Each episode breaks down simple systems and doable strategies to help you de ...
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Pruning To Prosper/ Catholic, Declutter, Organize, Motivation, Budget, Meal Plan

Gina Morton / Declutter Coach, Catholic Mindset Mentor

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****TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY-RANKED PODCAST**** Are you waking up exhausted and overwhelmed before the day even begins? Is your mind as disorganized as your house? Is the stress of the clutter, debt, and what to make for dinner…again, wreaking havoc on your health, parenting and marriage? Do you wish you had one authentic Catholic friend who understood your struggles? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast will teach you how to create a clutter-free, organized home that practically runs itself, ...
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Are small spaces causing big stress in your life? You're not alone! Join me as we dive into small space organization and discover how to transform chaos into calm, one step at a time. I'll share the secret to using vertical space and how strategic decluttering can ease your daily mental load. Get ready for practical solutions and stress-free organi…
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Ever felt weighed down by clutter and the thought of tackling it all is just too much? Trust me, you’re not alone. In this week’s episode, we're diving into the mindset shift that can transform how you approach clutter. Embrace starting small to make big changes—perfect for those hectic days of mom life! I'll share my personal journey with declutte…
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Opening Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 A charism is a gift from the Holy Spirit given for the common good or for the service of others. 3 Signs of your Charism: 1. An unmistakable inner peace, energy and joy when using the gifts. 2. Unusually effective and successful results in what you're trying to accomplish. 3. Other people's direct or indir…
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Do you feel overwhelmed by the constant influx of your children's schoolwork and art projects? In this episode, I'm sharing my tried-and-true systems for managing all those papers without the mom guilt. I'll walk you through creating a simple file box system for important school documents, implementing a fridge artwork rotation, and exploring digit…
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Ann Garcia has helped thousands of families save millions of dollars on college. She is a fee-only financial planner and the author of the critically-acclaimed "How to Pay for College" and a sought-after media guest who's been quoted in the New York Times, the Oregonian, and U.S. News and World Report, to name a few. Ann recently launched an intera…
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In this episode, I'm tackling a challenge that affects every mom—digital photo chaos! If you've ever felt overwhelmed by thousands of unsorted photos or panicked when you couldn't find a special memory, this episode is for you. I'll share my simple system for organizing family photos, clearing digital clutter, and creating keepsakes you'll actually…
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Opening Bible verse: Mark 16:19-20 How many of Jesus' closest friends didn't believe that He had risen from the dead? Thomas even had to place his fingers in the wounds of Jesus to finally believe! How many times have you watched a decluttering video or listened to a decluttering podcast but you still don't believe it's for you? You still don't bel…
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Do you feel like your home is working against you instead of for you? In this episode, I share how to create family spaces that actually function—where everyone (yes, even the kids!) can help maintain order. Building on our popular "two activity rule" from Episode 16, I reveal practical strategies for transforming shared living areas into organized…
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Amy Brooks was invited to pray the rosary with a friend and friend's mom. That one invitation led to a small group of friends who watched "FRIENDS", drank wine, ate chocolate and prayed the rosary together. Decades later that group has grown into a Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Business! On today's podcast episode, Amy Brooks joins me to talk all about h…
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Are you stuck in an endless cycle of organizing and re-organizing the same spaces? In this episode, I reveal why your organization efforts might not be sticking and share my proven approach to creating sustainable habits that work with real family life, not against it. Building on our popular 10 Minute Tidy method, I'll show you how focusing on one…
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Opening Bible verse: Mark 16:1-8 Does the constant tracking of money stress you out? Do you feel the resentment building when you see your spouse buying a bagel even if the money is there? I felt the same for years. While we have to know where our money is going, at some point, we can ease up on the tracking. How do we do this? First, you have to m…
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Shawn Lemon is the founder of The Digital Organizer where he's been helping individuals and businesses for the past 11 years overhaul their digital world to create order out of chaos. https://thedigitalorganizer.com If you want to sit in church on Easter Sunday feeling like you've had a productive Lent, let's schedule a 1:1 coaching call. We can wo…
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Ever had your routines completely derailed by a fun family day or unexpected challenge? In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experience with missing my Saturday reset routine and how I found my way back without the overwhelming pressure to catch up on everything at once. I'll walk you through practical strategies like focusing on your "must-dos…
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Ever feel like visual clutter is hijacking your focus? I get it! In this episode, I'm sharing my proven 10 minute focus reset method that helped me tackle our family finances despite a coffee table covered in Disney Lorcana cards and kids' toys. You'll learn five practical steps to create calm in shared spaces without disrupting everyone else's act…
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Is your digital world feeling as chaotic as your kitchen junk drawer? In this episode, I'm sharing my tried-and-true system for taking control of your digital space – from a simple three-label email system to fool-proof file naming conventions that actually work for busy families. As a mom of four, I know finding time for organization feels impossi…
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Opening Bible verse: Mark 15:20-23 The weight of the cross is the weight of sin. The myrrh offered to Jesus was offered to dull the pain. Jesus refused it. If clutter is your cross, what is your myrrh? What do you use to dull the pain, to forget, to postpone, to procrastinate dealing with your clutter? Can you too refuse the myrrh of life and deal …
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The doors are OPEN! Only happening ONCE in 2025! 12 week group coaching course where you will declutter your home and life to make room for God. You'll learn practical steps to creating an efficient home like: Meal Planning and Grocery Budgeting Decluttering How to Maintain Your Clutter-Free Home and more importantly, you'll learn how to make God t…
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Feel like life's moving faster than you can keep up? In this episode, discover how one simple weekly reset routine can transform your home and mindset. I'm sharing my personal Saturday reset system, practical tips for creating your own schedule, and ways to maintain order even during life's busiest seasons. Learn how to involve the whole family, ta…
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Opening Bible verse: Matthew 27:27-31 Digging out of debt can be a humbling and humiliating experience. The crowning of thorns was meant to be the same...a humiliating experience for Jesus. However, there was way more happening than the cruel soldiers could ever imagine. In today's podcast episode, I hope to give you encouragement as you either emb…
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Working from home with kids can turn your desk into a catch-all for toys, art projects, and mysterious crumbs. In this episode, discover practical strategies for maintaining a productive workspace without becoming the household's fix-it station. Learn about the "right-side solution" - a game-changing approach to managing items needing attention, an…
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Dana Nygaard joins us on today's podcast episode. She is a licensed professional counselor, relationship coach, author, and national speaker. Dana is passionate about helping others transform their lives through intentional relationships. You can learn more about Dana and opportunities to work with her here: clarityplease.com or dananygaard.com You…
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Opening Bible verse: Matthew 27:26 Jesus was scourged at the pillar for the sins of all of our ancestors, us and our descendants. He had the weight of all the sins ever committed and to be committed weighing on his shoulders. When we are faced with an overwhelming amount of debt, it too can feel like the weight of the world is on our shoulders. Whe…
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Drowning in toys? This episode tackles the universal parent struggle of toy organization with practical, sustainable solutions. Learn how to create systems that work for both parents and kids, reduce toy overwhelm, and maintain organization long-term. Discover the psychology behind successful toy management, get actionable storage solutions, and le…
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Opening Bible verse: Proverbs 31:29-31 Dana K. White is the creator of the No Mess Decluttering Method and (much to her own surprise), a decluttering expert. Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy in her books: Organizing for the Rest of Us, Decluttering at the Speed of Life, and How to Manag…
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Ever struggle with that box of childhood treasures you can't seem to part with? In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology of sentimental clutter and why it's so hard to let go. Mariah shares her personal journey, from keeping every memento to finding a balanced approach to preserving memories. Learn practical, research-backed strategies for…
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Is your home slowly being buried under piles of school papers, mail, and random documents? In this episode, we're diving into practical ways to streamline household paperwork and create a simple filing system that actually works for your family. You'll learn how to set up a daily paper routine that keeps your counters clear, discover the "scan this…
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Opening Bible verse: Luke 22:39-46 Do you ever wish your brain worked like those women who can keep a tidy house? Guess what!? Your brain is beautiful just the way it is and God gave you that brain to do what He needs you to do. But, you still have to live in a functioning space, so what's a girl to do? On today's podcast episode, I talk about embr…
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Tired of chaotic mornings and scattered schedules? In this episode, Mariah dives into the steps to create an organized family routine that works for any household. From shared calendars and key spots to meal planning boards and paperwork systems, discover how small changes can make a big difference. Say goodbye to stress and hello to a simpler, mor…
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Opening Bible verse: Matthew 26:26-29 Jesus did not mince His words when He Instituted the Eucharist. He declared that this was His body, this was His blood. When we have a mound of clothing in our bedrooms, it is indecision. If you want to eliminate and declutter that mound of clothing on the floor, on the chair, on the surface, on the treadmill, …
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Is your bedroom more of a storage zone than a peaceful retreat? In this episode of Tidy the Clutter, we dive into why an organized bedroom matters and how clutter could be silently increasing your stress and disrupting your sleep. Mariah shares practical, bite-sized tips to declutter your nightstand, tackle laundry piles, and simplify your closet —…
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Opening Bible Verse: Matthew 17: 1-8 When Jesus takes His three disciples up the mountain for the Transfiguration, He gives them a glimpse of His full glory. A glimpse of how our time here on Earth can end. Before you bring anything into your home, think about its final destination. Do you have a place for this item? Where will it end up in your ho…
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Kick off the new year with a clutter-free home! In this episode, discover step-by-step strategies to organize and store seasonal items like holiday decorations and winter clothing. Learn how to declutter with confidence, categorize and label efficiently, and even involve your family to make it a team effort. Say goodbye to the overwhelm and hello t…
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Opening Bible verse: Mark 1:14-15 This opening Bible verse is from the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary. This is The Proclamation of the Kingdom. Fruit of this mystery is Repentance and Trust in God. Happy New Year. This is your call to conversion. Today is a clean slate of a new year. Stop playing small, stop being afraid, start living like the wo…
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Feeling overwhelmed by post-holiday clutter? Discover how the 15-Minute Family Reset can transform chaos into calm. In this episode, learn simple steps to involve your whole family in decluttering and resetting your home in just 15 minutes. From picking the right time to assigning tasks and making it fun, this routine will help you manage clutter, …
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Opening Bible verse: John 2:1-12 Is life okay? Do you feel like it's fine, nothing exciting? Or do you long for more? Are you tired of the state of your home, wallet, marriage and know that God has so much more for you. Are you mid life and think you're ready to step into the woman that God is calling you to be in 2025? In today's podcast episode I…
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Laundry doesn’t have to feel like a never-ending chore. In this episode, discover simple strategies to streamline your laundry routine, organize your laundry space, and involve your family in the process. From setting up sorting bins to creating a daily load system, these tips will save time, reduce stress, and make laundry a manageable part of you…
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Opening Bible passage: Mark 1:9-11 When Jesus became man He came with a very clear mission. To save us from our sins. When debt, clutter and busy lives leave us feeling like there isn't any room to dream big or focus on creating the lives we want, something has to change. In today's podcast episode I talk about three areas of life that clutter up o…
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Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? In this episode, I’m sharing simple strategies to organize any space, from closets to digital desktops, without the stress. Learn how starting small, grouping items, and using containers can make a big impact. Plus, discover how to edit what you own, find homes for every item, and overcome decision fatigue. Download …
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Opening Bible verse: Luke 2:41-52 In today's podcast episode we journey with Mary and Joseph as they search anxiously for Jesus after they discovered He wasn't with them on their return to Nazareth. How can we use this Gospel message in our own lives when it comes to searching for financial peace? Here is another episode about fixed costs that you …
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A cluttered workspace can weigh you down, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, learn simple strategies to organize both your physical and digital workspaces. Discover how labeled trays, daily resets, and smart digital folder systems can create an environment that’s calming and productive. Plus, learn how clutter affects focus and stress, and ho…
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***Top 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST!*** Opening Bible verse: Luke 2:22-40 We have one job as parents; to raise our children up in the faith. In today's podcast episode, I share my favorite Advent tradition and what it can teach our kids about living out our Catholic faith. Join the Facebook community for listeners of Pruning to Prosper here: Facebo…
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Preparing your home for the holidays doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This episode dives into holiday decluttering strategies that help you create space and reduce stress. Discover simple tips for clearing out unnecessary items, making room for decorations and guests, and focusing on what truly brings joy this season. Plus, download the free Holida…
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****TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY-RANKED PODCAST**** Opening Bible verse: Luke 2:6-7 Nearly 90% of Americans say the holidays come with some increase in stress levels. As moms, I believe we are the ones feeling the bulk of this stress. The pressure we put on ourselves to make sure everyone is happy, everything is perfect, that we create magical memories with o…
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Looking to make organizing a regular part of your day without it feeling like a huge task? This episode of Tidy the Clutter introduces easy, daily routines that turn organizing into quick, achievable habits. We’re breaking down simple organizing routines you can start right away to create small wins daily. Whether it's setting a timer to tidy up a …
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****TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY-RANKED PODCAST**** Before you listen to today's podcast episode, I highly encourage you to find out which temperament God gave to YOU! Click here for Kylie's Decluttering Guide and link to a short quiz to determine your temperament Kylie's Decluttering Guide for Every Temperament and Quiz Be sure to check out Kylie's podcast v…
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Struggling to start decluttering when everything feels like too much? In this episode, Mariah shares practical tips for overcoming the mental and emotional weight of clutter. Learn how micro-decluttering—starting with just one drawer or surface—can lead to big wins. Discover techniques like setting timers for quick sessions and focusing on one smal…
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***Top 2.5% Globally Ranked Podcast*** Opening Bible verse: Luke 1:39-43 How excited was Elizabeth to open her front door and see her cousin, Our Blessed Mother, standing there! Both women had a miracle to share with the other. Why do friends/neighbors stop over? Is it to share good news? Bring a hot meal? Share in your sorrow? Bring kids for a pla…
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Feeling overwhelmed by clutter but short on time? These simple 10-minute tidying hacks help you quickly clear your space and boost productivity. Learn how to tackle high-impact areas like kitchen counters and work desks for an instant sense of calm. We’ll also explore how short bursts of cleaning can lower stress and give you a mental boost, thanks…
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Opening Bible verse: Luke 1:38 On today's podcast episode we're going to talk about how we can take back control over rising healthcare, food prices and gas prices. You'll hear how we can imitate our Blessed Mother in humility and in controlling what we can control and letting God control the rest. Come share your weekly goal in the private Faceboo…
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