Best Quick Tidy Up Routines Podcasts (2025)

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197 | 3 Ways to Get Out of a Slump and Start Making Progress 15:41

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Do you ever find yourself comparing your life or home to those around you? Maybe you are looking at how other women seem to have it all together (in real life or on social media) and think, “Why can’t I do that?” Today we are going to focus on three things you can do to help you reset your frame of mind so you can get out of that slump and start ma…

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196 | 3 Tips When Struggling to Stay Consistent with a Habit 20:10

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Is there a habit you have been wanting to create, but you’ve been struggling with consistency? It could be hitting a water goal, not forgetting to hit the button on the dishwasher, taking time to clean up the entryway every day, or it could even be remembering to floss your teeth. No matter what habit you are trying to create, if you struggle to ma…

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The Summer Photo Overwhelm (and a Real Life Update) 14:23

6d ago14:23

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Ever find yourself scrolling endlessly through your camera roll, hunting for that one perfect family photo—only to get lost in a sea of blurry birthday cakes and knee selfies your kids snapped when you weren’t looking? You’re not alone. In this episode of Tidy the Clutter, Mariah opens up about the very real pain of digital photo overwhelm and shar…

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195 | My Simple 5-Step Cleaning Routine to Quickly Reset Any Room 16:40

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Do you ever struggle with trying to clean your home quickly? Do you find that every time you clean, it takes up half your day and you can’t seem to figure out how to NOT be cleaning for 6 hours every time you want to clean your home? If that’s the case, you probably need a new cleaning routine….or maybe you need to create one for the very first tim…

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194 | 5 Simple Health Habits to Focus On When Feeling Overwhelmed 25:24

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Have you ever noticed that when you feel overwhelmed, you stop taking care of yourself the way you should be? Then, because you aren’t taking care of yourself very well, you don’t feel your best and start slacking off which, in turn, puts more pressure on you because your responsibilities and to-do list starts piling up, causing you to feel even mo…

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Decluttering Motivation: How to Bounce Back When You’ve Lost Your Momentum 15:10

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Ever hit that point in a challenge where your motivation totally fizzles? You’re not alone—I absolutely get it. In this episode, I’m opening up about the reality of the “mid challenge slump” in the 15 day declutter challenge and sharing the real-life tricks I use to pull myself out (spoiler: it doesn’t involve starting over from zero 🙌). We’re talk…

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193 | 3 BIG TIPS to Organize Household Tasks without Getting Overwhelmed 22:22

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Do you ever feel like no matter how many times you repeat your home routine, there are still areas that are getting neglected? It can be incredibly overwhelming when everything seems to pile up on our to-do lists faster than we can cross them off, so it’s important to have a system that not only helps you feel more organized, but is also effective …

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192 | The 3 Accounts I Recommend to Manage Your Budget Routine 9:06

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Do you ever get confused on how many accounts you should have when I’m talking about putting a budget routine in place and all of the “funds” I recommend? I want to clear the confusion so you can have clarity and begin making those positive changes to your financials. I only recommend three, so this will be pretty quick. Let's get to it! Renae . . …

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15-Day Declutter Challenge: Tiny Wins to Reset Your Space Without Burning Out 19:49

20d ago19:49

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Feel like every challenge fizzles out before you finish? This 15-day declutter challenge is different. One small, satisfying win a day—realistic for busy moms, totally flexible, and built for actual life. Grab your checklist at tidytheclutter.com/039 and let’s do this together. Send us a text Thanks for hanging out with me on Tidy the Clutter! I ho…

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191 | 7 Ways to Utilize Mason Jars in Your Meal Planning Routine 19:16

22d ago19:16

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Have you ever looked at your stock of Mason jars and wondered if there is a way you could use them instead of letting them continue cluttering your shelf? Today is your lucky day! Mason jars can be used in a variety of ways, but today we are going to talk about how you can utilize them in your meal planning routine. You probably have a bunch on han…

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190 | Five Tips to Stop Sabotaging Your Health Routine 13:15

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Sometimes we create a massive list of lofty health goals, thinking “THIS time…it’s going to work!” We are excited to start our new health routine, but it quickly becomes overwhelming to keep up with. We eventually give up on all of it, until we feel the desire to make some changes again, only to have the cycle repeat itself. I know this feeling all…

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Why Clutter Keeps Coming Back—and 3 Tiny Habits to Break the Cycle 21:57

27d ago21:57

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Ever wonder why clutter keeps coming back no matter how often you tidy? In this episode, we dig into the deeper triggers—like decision fatigue and drop spots—and share 3 tiny, real-life habits to stop the cycle without overhauling your life. Send us a text Thanks for hanging out with me on Tidy the Clutter! I hope you're walking away with some prac…

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189 | The #1 Thing to Consider for Your Morning Routine to FINALLY Work 18:31

29d ago18:31

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Have you been wanting to create a good morning routine, but it seems like no matter how hard you try, it’s just not working? Before you give up on your morning routine, I want you to listen to this episode! It might change your perspective and help you finally begin the morning routine you have been praying for. Let's get to it! Renae . . RESOURCE …

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188 | Tired of a Messy Kitchen? 5 Habits to Keep it Clean 14:52

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A messy kitchen can be overwhelming in itself, but it can also affect other routines in our life - like meal planning or even our morning routine. When a messy kitchen starts getting in the way of our lives, we need to look at some habit shifts. Today I have five habits to help you keep your kitchen clean! If doing all five feels overwhelming, simp…

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How to Start a Digital Declutter for Your Phone in Just 15 Minutes 16:50

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If your phone has started to feel like a second junk drawer—overflowing with apps you barely touch, endless notifications, and digital chaos that leaves your brain buzzing—you’re not alone. In today’s episode of Tidy the Clutter, Mariah opens up about the quiet overwhelm that digital clutter brings, especially when life is already stretching you th…

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187 | Using a “Secondary Fun” Mentality to Get Stuff Done 10:23

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My husband and I recently went on a vacation to the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. We started in Oregon and worked our way up to the North Cascades area in Washington. Our goal was to go on a number of hikes and during our first hike, my husband introduced me to something called “secondary fun”....it sounds odd to be combining my hi…

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186 | How to Reduce Procrastination with a Trigger Task 18:57

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Do you ever find yourself building a nice routine, but then you never seem to have the motivation to actually complete it? When we build routines, it’s important to keep them simple and concise so they aren’t overwhelming, but there is also one thing you should be aware of. Your trigger task. Using a trigger task is like hacking your mind to reduce…

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Nightstand Organization: Small Wins for Overwhelmed Moms Ready for Calm 17:41

1M ago17:41

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Ever wake up to a cluttered nightstand and feel defeated before your day starts? In this episode, I walk you through a gentle, 5-minute nightstand organization that turns overwhelm into a real, tangible win. We'll clean together step-by-step, talk mindset tips to break that guilt spiral, and create zones to keep everything in its place. Perfect doe…

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185 | 4 Reasons You Need a Budget Routine 18:44

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Have you thought about a budget routine and wondered whether it would be helpful or more stressful? In our first years of marriage, my husband and I had been introduced to budgeting and had several people in our lives following Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps program to get out of debt. I always rejected the idea thinking that we didn’t have enough mone…

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184 | 3 Tips to Set Up a Simple Summer Snack System 12:48

2M ago12:48

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We all tend to get a little more “snacky” in the summer, right? I know in this household, the heat generally makes it harder to eat a big meal, so instead, we often find ourselves eating smaller snacks throughout the day. If you also find yourself in this situation, but being prepared with snacks for you and your family also stresses you out a bit …

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Flexible Summer Routines: Tiny Habits to Rescue Your Sanity 15:59

2M ago15:59

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If your summer schedule is already melting and the snacks and chaos are piling up, you’re not alone! In this episode, I open up about how rigid plans fizzle out in the most flexible season, and share the real-life “anchors” that are bringing peace to our days. I’ll walk you through my two non-negotiables, what habit actually makes our playroom rese…

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183 | How to Feel Your Best without Overhauling Your Life | Guest Elizabeth Sherman with Total Health in Midlife 48:37

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I have an exciting episode for you today - I have a guest joining me to talk about how we can make small changes to improve our health and energy without overhauling our life. This episode is longer than normal, but she shares so many nuggets of information that I’m sure you are going to love it! Let's get right to it! Renae Links to learn more abo…

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182 | Refresh Your Morning Routine in 4 Steps 21:23

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We are heading full-swing into summer. It’s a season that is wonderful when we are trying to soak up the sunny days, focus on social gatherings, and live as happy and carefree as we can. It’s also a season that can throw a lot of our routines out of whack, causing us to feel somewhat overwhelmed and a little frazzled. I want all of us to have a fab…

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Organizing Kids Spaces for a Clutter-Free Summer—Easy Wins for Real Moms 14:11

2M ago14:11

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Summer and kids’ clutter: the struggle is real! In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite simple ways to organize kids’ spaces so you can ditch the constant resetting and actually live in your home. If you’re tired of stepping on toys, frustrated by mess that multiplies overnight, or drowning in Pinterest-perfect pressure, you’ll find practical (and…

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181 | Overwhelmed by a Constant Flow of Dirty Dishes? 6 Tips to Keep Up 28:38

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Are you often overwhelmed by the amount of dishes greeting you every time you walk into the kitchen? If you have a habit of letting the dishes pile up and dread the moment it’s time to tackle that food-crusted mess, you are going to love this episode! I have six tips to share to help you keep up with those dishes so they no longer have to stress yo…

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Refresh Your Bedroom: Simple Secrets for a Calmer, Happier Home 12:41

2M ago12:41

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Ever wish your bedroom could be a breath of fresh air—without a big project or feeling guilty for taking time just for you? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite quick wins to refresh your bedroom—the real, doable tweaks that help you breathe easier (even if the house is still loud and messy). Walk away with guilt-free routines, tips for keeping…

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180 | Key Habit Shifts to Keep a Tidy Home 24:54

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If you find that you clean your home and it immediately starts getting messy afterwards, you’re going to feel like it’s an endless divide of clean versus messy with no in-between. You will feel like you either need to be constantly cleaning in order for your home to feel presentable or you must simply accept living in a pigsty. But it doesn’t have …

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179 | 21 List Ideas to Organize Your Mind Using Google Keep 36:03

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Do you know the feeling of multiple thoughts rushing into your head at random times and thinking, “I need to remember that later”? Then we get busy and forget all about it until something triggers our memory, but then we can’t remember what we were supposed to remember! Our brains can only hold onto so much information and the more we try to keep e…

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178 | 3 Steps to Take NOW to Make this Year’s Christmas Stress-Free Financially 14:33

2M ago14:33

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I know it feels like an odd time of year to be thinking about Christmas and all the expenses that can come along it. However, this is actually a great time to think about it if you don’t already have a plan set up. Today, we are going to talk about how to take steps with our budget NOW to make sure that the financial stress that comes in around the…

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Clear the End-of-School Clutter: A Quick Parent’s Guide to a Lighter Summer 12:05

2M ago12:05

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It’s the last day of school and your kids come bursting in, backpacks overflowing with crumpled papers, stray art projects, and mystery notebooks—suddenly, your living room looks like a stationery store exploded. If the thought alone makes you want to run for cover (or just close the door and pretend you didn’t see it), you are absolutely not alone…

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177 | Simplify Your Grocery List + How to Stop Wasting Time Rewriting the Same Grocery List Over and Over 20:16

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Do you find that every time you sit down to write your grocery list, you are repeating the work over and over? Sure, some of the items might be different, but most of your list contains the same items that were on the list last week. One of the ways we can get time back in our days is to recognize when we are repeating steps and simplifying the pro…

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176 | 6 TIPS to Consistently Show Up for Your Workouts 22:29

3M ago22:29

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Do you need a little motivation boost to keep showing up for your workouts? We all struggle sometimes, so today I’ve got a little pep talk for you. I’m sharing six tips to help you shift your mindset so you can consistently show up for your workouts, even when you aren’t feeling motivated! Let's get to it! Renae . . RESOURCE LINKS: > Check out our …

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How to Let Go of Clutter Without the Guilt: Mindset Shifts for a Lighter Home & Heart 12:38

3M ago12:38

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If holding onto stuff “just in case” or out of guilt feels all too familiar, this episode is for you. I’ll share the honest, emotional side of why we hang on to sentimental clutter—and how to lighten that load without losing what matters. You’ll hear real-life stories (from truckloads of childhood boxes to treasured shirts after loss), gentle minds…

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175 | 4 Questions to Stop and Ask When Feeling Busy and Overwhelmed 12:37

3M ago12:37

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Do you ever feel so busy you can’t hardly think straight? Like you have so many thoughts in your head that you just need to write it all down and do a braindump just so you can stop thinking about it all? A lot of times when we are busy and overwhelmed, we feel this way, yet we don’t actually take the time to sit down and write it out….because we a…

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174 | 20 Common Areas to Declutter for More Peace of Mind 21:07

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Are you ready to start taking small steps to clear the clutter and chaos from your life? Every day we continue to spend surrounded by clutter in our homes, we are limiting ourselves from breaking free from the subconscious overwhelm and preventing ourselves from making progress. So let’s talk about how to figure out where to begin and make a plan t…

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Decluttering When You’re Short On Time: Real Wins for Busy Moms 11:03

3M ago11:03

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Ever feel like decluttering requires a whole lost weekend? Me too—and I’m here to flip that script. In this episode, I’m sharing how progress is possible even when your calendar is bursting. You’ll discover my favorite low-pressure strategies like the one surface rule (yes, just a single table counts!) and how to sneak in tiny resets during your re…

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173 | Too Tired to Meal Prep Over the Weekend? 4 Tips to Focus On 22:28

3M ago22:28

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Do you ever feel like you are wasting time on the weekends when you could be spending them meal prepping? You might have big goals for the weekend to create a weekly menu, spend hours meal prepping, and have your entire week planned out and prepped so you are ready to tackle the week ahead. Then… the weekend comes, but you are exhausted. Instead of…

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172 | 6 Sinking Funds to Help Keep Your Monthly Budget on Track 25:14

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One of the most frustrating things when budgeting is getting your plan for the month all set up and then an unexpected expense comes out of left field and throws the whole thing off. When we started budgeting years ago, this happened often. We weren’t sure how to handle it at first, but over time, we tested different things and eventually found som…

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One Small Step: Evening Wins That Change Everything 11:40

3M ago11:40

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If mornings feel chaotic and you wish you could start the day with a little more calm, this episode is for you! I’m sharing my go-to evening tidy routine—the real system that transformed our mornings from frantic to peaceful. You’ll hear exactly how my family does a 15-minute reset (no perfection, no stress) and walks into a less cluttered space ev…

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171 | Choosing Personal Priorities and Setting Simple Plans to Reach Your Goals 24:39

3M ago24:39

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We recently talked about how to divide up our time to maintain consistency without burn out, but you might be asking yourself whether or not you are actually spending your time on what matters most to you. Do you know what matters most to you in this season of life? If you have never sat down to really think through your personal priorities, this i…

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170 | Organize Your Time to Be Consistent without Burn Out 28:02

3M ago28:02

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I hear a lot of women say they are having a hard time getting everything done that is important to them because they tend to focus on one or two things at a time. When we do this, everything else tends to get neglected and starts falling apart around us. It’s tough to know how to create a plan that helps us show up in all the areas that are importa…

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Turn Digital Clutter into Calm: Actionable Steps for a Peaceful Digital Routine 24:55

3M ago24:55

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Ever lost precious time searching through photo chaos or drowning in email overload? Me too! In this episode, I’m sharing real-life strategies for digital declutter for moms, from silencing overwhelming notifications to organizing family photos without hours of effort. I’ll walk you through easy routines—even doable during the kettle boil!—so menta…

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169 | Grossed Out by Your Bathroom? 5 Simple Habits to Keep it Clean 12:59

3M ago12:59

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If you avoid your bathroom or feel grossed out whenever it’s time to clean it, it’s time to get some daily habits in place! I have five super simple habits to share with you today that will make cleaning your bathroom easier, it will smell better, and you won’t cringe if someone ever stops by unexpectedly and asks to use the restroom. ;) Let's get …

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168 | FOCUS TIME + Tips to Get Back on Track After an Interruption 18:53

3M ago18:53

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It seems like we are living in a world where the attention span for most of us continues to decline. When we are feeling overwhelmed with tasks, this lessened attention span makes it especially important to create “focus time” so that we can really dive into the task at hand with less distractions. Focus time blocks helps us be more productive, red…

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Master Small Space Organization: Declutter and Reduce Stress in Your Home 21:10

3M ago21:10

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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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167 | “Where is My Money Going??” DO THIS to Understand Your Expenses 22:09

4M ago22:09

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Do you ever look at your bank account and wonder, “where on earth is our money going?” It’s easy to lose track of spending if we aren’t paying attention and don’t have a budget routine set up yet. So if you ever find yourself feeling this way, it’s a good time to do a little expense inventory. Plus, if you are new to budgeting, this will be incredi…

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166 | Collect Dozens of Menu Ideas in Minutes with this Quick Tip 13:27

4M ago13:27

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If you find yourself getting stuck on what to plan for your meals each week, it’s time to do a little brainstorming. Use this quick exercise to get unstuck and make meal planning easier! Let's get to it! Renae . . RESOURCE LINKS: > Check out our website for resources and how to work with Renae: renaematt.com > Send an AUDIO REVIEW or ASK A QUESTION…

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Decluttering Mindset Makeover: Tips to Simplify Your Living Space 19:03

4M ago19:03

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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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165 | Redefine Fitness and Create Small Habits for Success 18:00

4M ago18:00

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When we are struggling with our fitness routine and can never seem to reach our goals, we often think that we are doing something wrong. Maybe we are. Maybe it IS our fault. But there is also a way that we can redefine our perception of what fitness actually is. When we can take a harder look at why we are “failing”, we can begin to see what is mis…

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164 | Save HOURS (and Your Sanity) by Changing One KEY HABIT 16:32

4M ago16:32

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Are you struggling with trying to do so many things at once and getting overwhelmed with it all? You might feel like you are drowning in tasks, trying to keep up, yet no matter how many things you are working on in a day, your list never seems to get any shorter. If this feels like you, we need to talk about something. You might need to shift your …