I heard this quote today attributed to Eckhart Tolle, “Stress is trying to be there when you are here.” How often in our homeschools do we make ourselves miserable by trying to be somewhere else different than our current reality? We should ourselves… Byron Katie said, “When you argue with reality, you lose, but only […]
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Homeschooling is a rewarding journey that often involves the delightful chaos of managing multiple age groups simultaneously. For parents working with older children, the challenge lies in finding effective ways to engage and entertain small children while providing focused attention to their older siblings. In this blog, we’ll explore practical tips and creative solutions to
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As homeschooling parents, we often start the year with grand aspirations and high expectations. We envision perfectly structured days filled with academic excellence, spiritual growth, and domestic harmony. However, as January unfolds, reality sets in, and we realize that sustaining such lofty goals requires more than sheer determination—it requires a strategic approach that acknowledges both
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Today, I’d love to share a list of systems and routines that have worked well for my family over the years. In general, be deliberate about what you choose to do each day. Simplify. I have found it is far better to do a few things well than drown in a plethora of good choices.
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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 things about finding answers to
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Do you ever find yourself in a transactional relationship with those you love most? Often when I have chosen to spread myself too thin, I find myself “seeing” my family members as “objects” rather than as humans. I act as if they are pawns in my world that should move according to MY “wise” plans.
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Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a member of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, said, “The “truths” we cling to shape the quality of our societies as well as our individual characters. All too often these “truths” are based on incomplete and inaccurate evidence…” It behooves us to
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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, laden with opposition, constitutes the
Embarking on a family vacation, my sixteen-year-old son asked for games on his phone to fill the airplane hours. Instead of offering a quick parental decree, I seized the opportunity for a meaningful discussion. This incident prompted reflection on the significance of teaching our children how to think independently and make value-based decisions—a crucial aspect
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“We meditate to get good at life, not to get good at meditation.”– Emily Fletcher Meditation isn’t about perfection.It’s about creating space.Space for calm.Space for intentionality.Space for God. Why Meditate? Life as a homeschool mom can feel overwhelming.You’re juggling lessons, meals, emotions, and endless to-dos.Meditation offers a way to pause.To reset.To breathe. President David O.
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