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 approaches. 1. Honoring: Seeing Your […]
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 become. The real key to
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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 be your brain’s dopamine balance.
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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 they’re part of your divine
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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. Anchor Your Day in Prayer
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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, 1992) When you truly understand
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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 we try to do it
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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 Motivation: Rewards, punishments, or pressure
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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 clean…” change it to “Let’s
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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 a growth mindset, they keep
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