As I prepared for a leadership training lecture on historical cycles from Strauss and Howe’s The Fourth Turning, I found valuable insights on these cycles in Thomas Jefferson Education for Teens by DeMille and Brooks. According to this book, the traditional path of graduating from college and pursuing a stable career that served previous cycles […]
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Resting in God’s Grace Imagine starting each homeschooling day with a sense of peace and confidence, knowing that you’re supported by God’s abundant grace. This is where we shift from anxiety to trust, from striving to surrender. It’s about inviting God into our daily rhythms and trusting His guidance for our homeschooling journey. As we
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Are You in the GAP or the GAIN? Do you often feel like you are “running behind” in your efforts to homeschool your children? That what you are doing is not enough? Do you tend to compare yourself to other homeschool mamas and compare your weaknesses to their strengths? Do you find yourself chasing an
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Do you ever find yourself struggling to kickstart your day or push through moments of fatigue? We all have those moments. But what if I told you that a simple dose of outdoor play could be the remedy you need? Just like us, our children benefit immensely from time spent outside, away from the screens
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Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by the weight of responsibility? Do you feel like you’re carrying the world’s weight on your shoulders, with no end in sight? Do you ever feel like if you don’t do it, no one else will? Trust me, you’re not alone. I’ve found myself at times wrestling with feelings
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Benjamin Franklin said, “Learning to serve God, family, and community is the aim and end of all true learning.” The true purpose of education is to bless humanity with the knowledge and wisdom we’ve attained. It is deeper than just getting a good-paying job. The prevailing education model today often prioritizes conformity and adherence to
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In the world of education and homeschooling, we often use the terms “teaching” and “mentoring” interchangeably. However, a subtle yet crucial difference sets them apart. Let’s explore what distinguishes these two roles and why mentoring can be a game-changer in your homeschooling journey. Teaching: Focusing on Knowledge At its core, teaching is all about knowledge
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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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