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Building Deep Connections: Five Tools for Strengthening Your Relationship with Your Child
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Why Homeschool Feels Hard (and the Surprising Fix You Need Today)
Feeling Drained and Unmotivated? You
The Divine Spark of Desire: Why Your Dreams Matter as a Homeschool Mom
As homeschool moms, we often
Homeschool Bravely: 7 Principles to Build Confidence as a Homeschool Mom
1. Confidence Through Divine Identity
Focus on Progression
Homeschooling, while rewarding, comes with its fair share of challenges and moments of uncertainty. As parents, it’s our responsibility to guide our children and help them grow into their best selves. But what if we shifted our focus from our children’s weaknesses to fostering progression and leveraging their strengths? Let’s
Launching from Strengths–Seeing the Genius in Your Child
In the ever-evolving world of homeschooling, it’s essential to look beyond the traditional approach to education. Our journey as homeschooling parents is a unique one, and it’s vital that we embrace a holistic perspective when it comes to our children’s growth and development. Let’s dive into the idea of launching
Nurturing the Whole Child: A Holistic Approach to Education
In the world of homeschooling and education, it’s easy to get caught up in the academic aspects of teaching. We often find ourselves focusing on what our children need to know in terms of facts and figures, but it’s essential to step back and consider the bigger picture. What are
Reclaiming Childhood in the Digital Age
Childhood has changed. Kids used to spend their days outside, climbing trees, building forts, and playing with friends. Now, they spend hours on smartphones, social media, and video games—and it’s affecting their mental health. Anxiety, depression, and social struggles are rising. Why? Because too much screen time is rewiring their
Creating a Sacred Learning Environment in Your Home
The atmosphere in your home can have a deeper, more lasting impact on your children than any curriculum or schedule. When your home becomes a place of inspiration, beauty, and connection, learning happens naturally and joyfully. A Christ-Centered Atmosphere The foundation of a sacred learning environment is a Christ-centered home.
The Secret to Motivated Learners: It’s Not What You Think
Ever wonder why some kids dive into learning with excitement while others need constant reminders to stay on task? Here’s a hint: Motivation isn’t about rewards or punishments. It’s about what drives them from within. Let’s explore how to unlock intrinsic motivation in your homeschool. Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation Extrinsic
Raising Resilient Kids in a Culture of Safetyism
Are we protecting our kids too much? Many parents think shielding children from difficulty will help them thrive. But research shows the opposite. Jonathan Haidt and Greg Lukianoff call this “safetyism” in their book The Coddling of the American Mind. Safetyism teaches kids that discomfort is dangerous. But real growth
The Sneaky Ways Shame Shows Up in Homeschooling
Shame is sneaky. It doesn’t show up and announce itself. Instead, it whispers things like: “I should be doing more.” “If I were a better mom, my kids would be thriving.” “Other homeschool moms seem to have it all figured out.” “If I admit I’m struggling, people will think I’m
Reclaiming Childhood in the Digital Age
Childhood has changed. Kids used to spend their days outside, climbing trees, building forts, and playing with friends. Now, they spend hours on smartphones, social media, and video games—and it’s affecting their mental health. Anxiety, depression, and social struggles are rising. Why? Because too much screen time is rewiring their
Why Homeschool Feels Hard (and the Surprising Fix You Need Today)
Feeling Drained and Unmotivated? You sit down to homeschool, but your kids are restless, distracted, and unmotivated. You grab your phone for a quick break, but instead of feeling refreshed, you feel more exhausted. Why does everything feel harder than it should? The answer might not be homeschooling itself—it might
The Divine Spark of Desire: Why Your Dreams Matter as a Homeschool Mom
As homeschool moms, we often feel the weight of being everything for everyone—teacher, nurturer, homemaker, and so much more. With so much responsibility, it can feel selfish to want something for ourselves. But what if those desires—those deep, recurring dreams tugging at your heart—are actually whispers from God? What if
Homeschool Bravely: 7 Principles to Build Confidence as a Homeschool Mom
1. Confidence Through Divine Identity Your worth isn’t tied to how well you homeschool.It’s rooted in who you are: a child of God. “We did not come to this earth to gain our worth – we brought it with us.”— Ardeth G. Kapp, The Joy of the Journey (Deseret Book,
Learning to Say No to Say Yes to What Matters Most
As homeschool moms, we wear many hats: teacher, caregiver, chauffeur, meal planner, and more. Our days are full of opportunities and demands, each vying for our attention and energy. In a world that often equates busyness with worth, it’s easy to feel we should say yes to everything. But when
Transform Challenges into Triumphs
As a certified life coach, one of the most transformative tools I use in my work with homeschool moms is Brooke Castillo’s CTFAR model. This simple yet powerful framework helps us understand how our thoughts influence our emotions, actions, and results. It’s been a game-changer for my clients and my
How My Choice to Surrender Saved Me From Being a Victim
A victim. That is what I felt like. Hadn’t I made all the “right” choices to ensure this wouldn’t happen to MY family? I chose to marry an honorable return missionary in the temple—who over the 18 years of our marriage faithfully sought the Lord’s direction and taught me many
Friday Miracle
There are times in our lives when despite our best efforts, things do not turn out the way we envisioned with our children and families. We put in consistent effort, but because we can’t control others’ agency, the effort doesn’t always equate to the hoped-for outcomes. Navigating these human experiences,
Timeless Treasures: The Importance of Classics in Homeschooling
When it comes to homeschooling, we are given a unique opportunity to shape the educational experiences of our children. One way to make that journey more enriching and profound is by introducing them to the world of classics. Classics, these timeless treasures, have a remarkable impact on the minds and
Stop Setting Goals—Do This Instead to Create Lasting Change
Have you ever set a goal, felt motivated at first, and then a few weeks later found yourself right back where you started? You’re not alone! The reason many of us struggle to change is that we focus on what we want to achieve rather than who we want to
Building a Home Where Everyone Takes Ownership
Homeschooling is MessyWhen your house is “lived in” all day, messes are inevitable. The goal isn’t a clean house. The real goal is to teach life skills, stewardship, and responsibility. When kids learn to contribute, they become competent, self-sufficient, and service-oriented adults. Words shape culture. Instead of saying, “Help mom
Building Deep Connections: Five Tools for Strengthening Your Relationship with Your Child
In parenting, connection matters more than correction. When children feel truly seen, heard, and understood, trust grows. Today, let’s explore five powerful tools that can transform your relationship with your child. These tools come from The Mentor’s Handbook by Aneladee Milne but are found in many great parenting and mentoring
Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset
What is a Growth Mindset? A growth mindset means you believe you can improve with effort and practice.It sounds like: What is a Fixed Mindset? A fixed mindset means you think abilities can’t change.It sounds like: Why Does This Matter? With a fixed mindset, kids give up when it’s hard.With
How the 7 Habits Can Transform Your Homeschool
Homeschooling is amazing. But let’s be real—it’s also a lot. You’re juggling academics, chores, relationships, and your own sanity. That’s where Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families comes in. These simple principles can help you bring more peace and purpose to your homeschool. Let’s break it down. 1.
Finding Outside Mentors for Our Teenagers
As our children grow into their teenage years, a natural shift happens. They become more independent.They begin to develop their own identities.This is exactly what we want! In my homeschool, I’ve found it crucial to honor this development.That means shifting from the role of teacher to facilitator.One of the best
The 3 Keys to Self-Compassion for Homeschool Moms
Homeschooling is a beautiful journey, but it can also be tough. It’s easy to get caught up in guilt, self-criticism, and comparison. But there’s a better way: self-compassion. Kristin Neff, a leading expert on self-compassion, breaks it down into three parts. Let’s explore how these can help you as a
Feeling Overwhelmed? Let’s Take a Deep Breath Together
First off, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. You’re in good company—most of us have been there! Homeschooling can be a beautiful journey, but wow, does it come with a lot to juggle. And those moments of overwhelm? They’re real. So, Let’s Talk About That Overwhelm Maybe you’ve got
Build Trust Through Interviews
Over the years, my husband and I have diligently tried to keep up with regular interviews with our children. It’s been a journey of consistency—sometimes waxing, sometimes waning. But I’ve noticed a pattern. When things get rocky with one of my kids, it’s usually when we haven’t been connecting in
Boys and Girls Learn Differently: Here’s What You Need to Know
Let’s Talk About Hearing Girls hear better than boys. Especially those higher pitches. What does this mean for learning? Your son isn’t ignoring you. He might genuinely not hear you from across the room. Move closer when giving important instructions to boys. Simple as that. Movement Matters Watch a classroom
Focusing on What You Can Control-The Key to Peace
As homeschool moms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. There’s so much to juggle—lessons, chores, and emotions. But real success comes from focusing on what we can control. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf said it perfectly:“Success means doing well those things over which you have control.” The famous Serenity Prayer reminds us:“God,
Socialization for Homeschoolers: Myths and Realities
“But what about their social life?” Did anyone you know ask you this common question when you told them you decided to homeschool? Did you worry about it yourself? I know in the beginning I did! Being driven by this fear, the first couple of years I had my young
The Train Ride
“It’s such a pretty world today. Look at the sunshine, today and every day since I met you…” the music rang through my ears. And so began my life, where the world was mine to touch and discover and feel. The vehicle was life itself…wherever my two little legs
