About Me
Meet the face
behind the posts
I am Renata Poleon, founder of The Tidy Habit.
I grew up on a small Caribbean island. I moved to New York City in 2002 and relocated to the Capital Region of NY in 2023. As an island girl, I gravitate towards nature and simplicity, so trading city life for a slower pace made perfect sense.
Prior to the move, I began developing The Tidy Habit as a home organizing business with the goal of helping others simplify and find joy in their homes and lives. I pivoted and turned The Tidy Habit into a lifestyle blog. This is the best decision I made.
Here, I delve into a myriad of topics—from tidying and organizing tips that bring clarity to your space, to nurturing well-being practices that enhance your inner peace. Explore insights on cultivating meaningful relationships, transforming your home with stylish decor ideas, and refining your personal style effortlessly. Embark on adventures that enrich your spirit, discover the joys and challenges of motherhood, and indulge in delightful culinary journeys.
I enjoy sharing my love of being in nature, creating arts and crafts and my tidy home. I am getting better at living my best life and I hope my journey inspires you to live your best life. Knowing you’re not the only one experiencing something makes a world of a difference and creates a community that fosters kinship and growth. As a strong advocate for self-care, community care and mental health care, I want my work to reflect my beliefs.
When I’m not writing, I love cooking, organizing, exploring with my two children and catching up on or re-watching some of my favorite shows—Monk, Psych, Parks and Recreation, The Office, Law and Order—and most of all spending time with myself. I dream of living in a small town, but for now, I am enjoying suburban life.
I hope you enjoy it here.