Mindset & Emotional Resilience

You know those moments when you try to “think positive” and five minutes later you’re…snapping at the people you love? Been there. For the longest time I thought I just needed a better mantra, a better plan, a better…something. Then I realized I was trying to out-think feelings I hadn’t actually felt yet. Learning to […]

As homeschool moms, we carry a lot—lessons, meals, emotions, expectations. It’s easy to reach a breaking point and wonder: Am I supposed to keep pushing, or am I allowed to let go? That question often leads us into confusion because two very different paths can look similar on the surface: defeat and surrender. Both involve

Questioning Our Thoughts: Finding Peace in Homeschool with The Work As homeschool mamas, we carry a lot on our shoulders—lesson plans, laundry, meals, managing personalities, and sometimes that nagging thought: “I’m failing at this.” But here’s something freeing: it’s not our circumstances that cause our stress, but the thoughts we attach to them. This idea

We’ve all heard the phrase, “You have to love yourself.” But if you’re anything like me, your first reaction might have been: That sounds selfish. Shouldn’t we be thinking more about others than ourselves? Over time—through scripture study, prophetic counsel, and powerful mindset tools—I’ve discovered something life-changing: loving yourself isn’t selfish—it’s a necessity. In fact,

Letting God prevail in our schedules, schooling, and souls  “A righteous woman never says no.”  Unfortunately, I fear this has become part of our gospel culture.  For years, I wore that cultural script like a badge of honor—until it frayed into burnout disguised as devotion. If your to-do list feels holier than your heart does,

Ever told yourself to just be grateful—even when you felt like crying in the middle of a math meltdown? Or reminded your child to choose joy—when they were clearly overwhelmed and frustrated? As Latter-day Saint homeschool moms, we often want to bring the light of Christ into our homes. But in our efforts to stay upbeat and

Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, it’s just not enough? You plan the perfect week. You set up the cutest lesson. You stay up late organizing, printing, prepping—and then by Tuesday morning, someone’s crying (maybe you), someone’s sick, and the dog chewed the map of Ancient Greece. If you’ve been there, you’re

Have you ever had one of those days when nothing in your homeschool goes right? The math ends in tears. The toddler dumps flour everywhere. You’re questioning everything—including your decision to homeschool in the first place. That’s when you need something stronger than a schedule or curriculum. You need a vision. Why Vision Matters More

The questions you whisper to yourself write the next chapter of your homeschool story. Do yours spark energy, joy, and fresh vision—or do they drain enthusiasm and invite overwhelm? Let’s master the art of asking better questions so your days feel lighter, your relationships deepen, and real progress takes root. Why Questions Matter Your mind