The Near Still Waters Podcast

How to Get Back on Track When Homeschooling Feels Chaotic Feeling like your homeschool is spiraling into chaos? You’re not alone, mama. In this video, I’ll guide you through a simple 3-step reset plan to bring peace and purpose back into your homeschool days—without guilt, overwhelm, or pressure to “catch up.” Book 1 on 1 with Me Beyond Burnout: A Guide For Homescool Moms source https://youtu.be/Q...

How to Balance Homeschooling and Everything Else (Without Losing Your Sanity!) Feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle homeschooling, housework, and self-care? You’re not alone. In this video, I’m sharing *realistic, grace-filled strategies* to help you find balance without burning out. You’ll learn: - Why balance doesn’t mean doing it all perfectly - The 3 essential routines that bring peace and ord...

Interview with Crystal Paine | Money-Saving Tips, Homeschooling, and Faith In today’s conversation, I’m honored to sit down with Crystal Paine — author, entrepreneur, and homeschooling mom — to talk about practical money-saving techniques, homeschooling, motherhood, and faith. Crystal shares wise, real-world strategies to help you steward your finances well, especially during challenging seasons....

Are you feeling weighed down by unrealistic expectations in your homeschool? You’re not alone, friend. After homeschooling my seven children—and now coaching other homeschool moms—I’ve learned that some of the most common homeschool “rules” just don’t work for most families. In this video, I’m sharing 10 things I no longer recommend to homeschool moms… and what to do instead to bring peace, freedo...

Why “Sticking to the Plan” Might Be Hurting Your Homeschool | Encouragement for Christian Homeschool Moms Is your homeschool plan leaving you more stressed than supported? In this video, we’re unpacking why being too rigid with your schedule might actually be hurting your homeschool—and what to do instead. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just craving more joy and freedom in your...

THE ONE THING THAT WILL MAKE YOUR HOMESCHOOL DAYS EASIER Do your homeschool days feel harder than they should? Like you’re always running behind, overwhelmed, or stuck in a schedule that just doesn’t work? In this video, I’ll share the one simple shift that can bring peace, flexibility, and flow to your homeschool: embracing a *homeschool rhythm* instead of a strict schedule. You’ll learn: Why hom...

Feeling stuck in your homeschool? You’re NOT alone! Every homeschool mom goes through seasons where homeschooling feels overwhelming, exhausting, or just plain frustrating. If you’re struggling with burnout, boredom, or resistance from your kids, this video will give you *the encouragement and practical steps you need* to get back on track. Get my Beyond Burnout workbook for homeschool moms Book 1...

If I could sit down with my younger homeschooling self, I'd have *a lot to say.* Looking back, I see the things I stressed over that didn't matter, the mistakes I made, and the lessons I wish I had learned sooner. In this video, I'm sharing:  The *biggest lessons* I've learned as a homeschool mom  What I would change* if I could start over  The things I wish I had worried *less* about-and what act...

Feeling like you’re not a ‘good enough’ homeschool mom?** You’re not alone. Every homeschool mom struggles with self-doubt at some point. But today, I want to help you overcome that fear and homeschool with confidence even on the days when you feel like you’re not enough. Book 1 on 1 with me Check out my workbook, Beyond Burnout for the Homeschool Mom

Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and burnt out with homeschooling?** You’re not alone, friend. Homeschool burnout is real, and it can leave you feeling drained, discouraged, and disconnected from the joy you once had. In today’s podcast, I’m sharing my personal burnout story and a simple 10-minute reset that helped me go from overwhelmed to calm, focused, and encouraged. This reset can be done anyt...

When Your Homeschool Joy Seems Gone: How to Find Renewal and Hope Homeschooling can be beautiful, but it can also feel exhausting, discouraging, and overwhelming. If you’ve lost your joy and wonder if you’ll ever get it back, you’re not alone. In this video, we’ll talk about why homeschool burnout happens and how you can rediscover the peace and purpose in your homeschool days. 💛 In this episode,...

Are you curious about **Charlotte Mason homeschooling** and how to implement **living books, habit training, and nature study** into your homeschool? In this interview, Beth from *Little World Wanderers* shares her inspiring journey, practical homeschool tips, and how she creates engaging Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum   Book 1 on 1 with me Checkout Beth's Blog

Join me as I sit down with *Vicki Tillman* from *Seven Sisters Homeschool* and the *Homeschool High School Podcast* to discuss the joys and challenges of homeschooling! Vicki, a veteran homeschool mom of five, shares her wisdom, insights, and encouragement for homeschool moms at every stage of the journey.   Homeschool High School Podcast Book 1 on 1 with me

Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship, but it doesn’t have to steal our peace or derail our homeschool journey. In this episode, we’ll explore practical, faith-centered approaches to resolving conflicts—whether it’s with our children, spouse, or even within ourselves. Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with grace, build stronger connections through understanding, and create...

Feeling overwhelmed as a homeschool mom? In this episode, we tackle the root causes of homeschool overwhelm and provide practical, faith-filled solutions to help you regain peace, focus, and joy in your daily routines. Learn how to manage stress, set realistic expectations, and embrace grace for yourself and your family. Book 1 on 1 with me

Feeling overwhelmed by homeschool chaos? In this episode, we’re diving into 5 essential tools that every homeschool mom needs to bring more peace, order, and productivity to their days. Whether you’re juggling multiple kids, various subjects, or household responsibilities, these tools will help you streamline your homeschool routine, manage your time wisely, and reduce stress. From practical plann...

Setting Realistic Goals for Homeschool Moms — Achieve More with Less" In this episode of Near Stillwaters, we’re diving into the art of setting  realistic and grace-filled goals for your homeschool. As moms, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by long to-do lists and high expectations, but what if you could achieve more by doing less? I’ll share practical tips to help you set intentional goals that alig...

How was 2024 for you? What were the best things and what was the most challenging? Todays blog shows you how to use your experiences as learning and how to be encouraged for the coming year. If you are feeling the need for some encouragement be sure to listen to this podcast Book 1 on 1 with me

The Holiday Season is here and it can feel overwhelming as we take on all the extra chores and outings to make the time meaningful and joyful for our family.  Todays podcast gives homeschool moms encouragement to relax and go with it as they navigate this time of year Book 1 on 1 with me

Holidays can be a time of great pressure that we as homeschool moms can put on ourselves and our family.  Todays episode covers how to live the holidays with less pressure and more enjoyment Unleashing Potential Book 1 on 1 with me

Today I focused on giving ideas to homeschool parents on how to keep Christ the center of your Christmas.  This podcast will give you old but new ideas on how to implement this into your Christmas Celebrations.  Grab a cup of coffee/tea and listen up!! Unleashing Potential Book 1 on 1 with me

Today We discuss Homeschool Mom Burnout and delve into practical solutions on how to end the burnout now.  This is Part 2 of a 2 Part series.  It will equip Real Moms with Real Solutions to homeschool overwhelm and guilt. Unleashing Potential Book 1 on 1 with me

Today We discuss Homeschool Mom Burnout and delve into practical solutions on how to end the burnout now.  This is Part 1 of a 2 Part series.  It will equip Real Moms with Real Solutions to homeschool overwhelm and guilt. Unleashing Potential Book 1 on 1 with me

Do you worry or feel uncomfortable when your children are bored or complain that they have nothing to do?  Today I discuss why boredom is not bad and actually can be helpful for your childs creativity.  Listen to todays episode and tell me what you think! Unleashing Potential Book 1 on 1 with me

Today I sit down with Leslie Martino and talk about her book The Joy of Slow: Restoring Balance and Wonder to Homeschooling.  We go into depth discussing how to learn to slow down and how to find more joy in doing that.  We delve deeply into the things we have as homeschool moms and Leslie explains her time as an educator and how that shaped her own homeschool. Buy Her Book Unleashing Potential Bo...