Enjoy and Bless: Reflections on Unschooling as a Follower of Jesus

What if independence isn’t the goal? This episode explores why true freedom is found in interdependence, not self-sufficiency.

We’re still figuring out our new rhythm after bringing our son home from his micro-school. We’re navigating the complexity of different needs and different learning styles on our shared journey through life without school.

Choosing an unschooling path is often the outworking of three foundational beliefs about humans and learning: we are designed to learn, we are always learning, and we are all unique.

Thinking about how a sustainable pace allows us to enjoy every day instead of living for the weekend or counting down to the next “break”

Reflecting on my responsibilities as a parent to provide for our children, to protect them, and to prepare them for independence and contributing to society

Reflecting on how God exercises His authority and how that led me to unschooling and giving my children freedom and choice

Reflecting on how unschooling may pave the way for the creativity and innovation we will need in the future.

I describe a random Wednesday to give a glimpse into a typical day without school - just living life together! 🥰

I’m experimenting with a more freestyle recording approach to share thoughts on the distinction between school and education. I also share an example of how home education blesses our family with freedom.

Sharing how I’ve needed to quiet the voice of fear in order to continue unschooling and continue this podcast

Reflecting on why the question “Can Christians unschool?” troubles me.

Recognizing that not everyone is free to choose an unschooling path and dreaming of a future where all children have the option to pursue self-directed education.

We aren’t promised tomorrow, so it is imperative we get our priorities right today.

Reflections on how unschooling fits into the legal education requirements of The United States of America, and more specifically, the State of Georgia.

A brief summary of what it means to unschool.

The story behind the title Enjoy and Bless.

Our family is fairly new to unschooling. I hoped to find a podcast where I could hear from other Christian families who are choosing an unschooling path. I found a few long episodes but wanted something more bite-sized to encourage me when those inevitable doubts arise. I couldn’t find one, and I felt an invitation to create the podcast I was looking for. So here I am! Thanks for listening!