Gift of Homeschooling

Hello Fellow Homeschoolers! In this episode I touch on why it is important to have a homeschool vision, and will be delving deeper on why a homeschool vision is important in the next upcoming podcasts. I wanted to remind you that if some days you're frustrated because things do not go as planned, guess what - You're Not alone. On your homeschool journey, there are going to be many days whe...

Happy New Year Everyone! It's a new year and a new opportunity to make sure that this year is your Best Homeschool Year Ever - no matter what last year looked like. If some days you're frustrated because things do not go as planned, guess what - You're Not alone. On your homeschool journey, there are going to be many days when you feel like you did not hit the mark. As with everything...

As we end another year in our lives, I wanted to come on to say simply and succinctly how very much I appreciate each and every one of you in my Gift of Homeschooling community. Thank you all for being a part of the #giftofhomeschooling family. As you end this year, remember that - You're Not alone. On your homeschool journey, there are going to be many days when you feel like you did not hit...

If some days you're frustrated because things did not go as planned, guess what - You're Not alone. On your homeschool journey, there are going to be many days when you feel like you did not hit the mark. As with everything in life, you will have these days. From this 16-year homeschool veteran mommy to you, let me be the first to tell you that when this happens, It Is Okay. In this episod...

Still wondering if YOU have got what it takes to stay the course of #homeschooling long-term? From this 16-year homeschool veteran mommy to you, let me be the first to tell you that You Have What It Takes! In this episode, I share with you why it is important to stay the course and provide you with some motivation to get you through today and other days when you feel like giving up on your #homesc...

If you are looking for simple tips to provide your little ones with a fun, safe, unconventional #homeschoolHalloween experience, this episode is for you. If you love Halloween just the way it is, this one is not for you :-). I personally am not a fan of the traditional Halloween experience, so when the boys were young, I came up with ways to make their Halloween experience fun without all the trad...

Still wondering why your #homeschool journey feels like a flop? Been there! Early on our homeschool journey, I discovered that these 3 simple things made a huge difference in the success of our #homeschooling. My goal is to equip you with simple, practical, and actional tips and advice I have garnered over my 16 years of Homeschooling to help you avoid the pitfalls I encountered early on our famil...

Feeling stuck and unmotivated with your homeschool journey? Been there; you're not alone! Sometimes, it takes just a few little things that make a huge difference in what your homeschool day feels like. In this #giftofhomeschooling episode, I share 3 simple, practical tips for bringing a little joy into your #homeschool day. This is how real homeschool families navigate their day. Thanks for l...

Proverbs says that without a  vision, people perish, which is true for every facet of our lives. In this episode, I discuss the importance of a vision for your homeschool journey. Repost of an episode originally aired on 3-29-2021. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

Will Homeschooling affect my child's social skills? How can a homeschooled child be socialized? These might be questions you are asking yourself and might frequently be receiving now that you've decided to homeschool, or considering homeschooling. In this episode, veteran homeschool mommy of 17 years, Nadia, shares tips and advice for raising well-socialized homeschooled children. My goal on this...

Stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure as you begin your homeschool week? This Monday and every Monday moving forward, I plan to share some motivation and inspiration with you to keep you grounded and focused on the fact that your choice to homeschool is one of the best decisions you and your family could have ever made. If you need a little encouragement, listen now as I veteran Homeschool mommy for 1...

Does it feel like the mood of every homeschool day is left up to chance? In this episode, Nadia Ott, a 16-year veteran homeschool mom and co-founder of NOSSK, Inc, WorldFit, Inc, and Wonoda, Inc, shares a simple, straightforward tip to help any homeschool parent realize a more effective, stress-free homeschool day. These are the resources mentioned in the episode: https://www.khanacademy.org/ http...

As you gear up for your first day of homeschooling, you may feel a bit anxious and overwhelmed if you’re just starting out. In this episode, I share a few tidbits to keep in mind that I believe will make the first day of homeschooling better. Thanks for listening. This season, I will be dropping new episodes every Monday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. Happy Homeschooling, an...

This episode (originally aired on 6-30-20) is for all of you who may be just starting and have little ones that you have decided to homeschool. In this episode, I share what I think is absolutely the MOST important tip for homeschooling preschool and kindergarten children. I'll admit up front that It is not my most profound piece of advice, but I genuinely think it is perhaps THE MOST IMPORTAN...

Happy end of homeschooling to all of you out there! In this episode, originally aired on June 15th, 2021, I share some helpful tips to remember as you close out your homeschool year. Happy Homeschool Summer, and remember that You've Got This!!

Sometimes, it is normal to feel like things are not working out in your homeschool journey. If you feel stuck in a rut and your homeschool journey is not what you envisioned it to be, don't feel alone. If we're all honest, I think most of us would agree that we've all been there at least one point in our homeschool journey. In this episode that originally aired on 5-26-22, I address th...

In this episode, originally posted on November 30, 2021, I discussed the one thing I believe could make or break the stress level in your homeschool journey and discuss why I feel this way. If you are struggling with a lot of stress in your homeschool journey, this doesn't have to be the case. Please take a listen and see if doing this one thing makes a difference. I think it will! Happy Homes...

Today I am reposting an episode that originally aired on 5-11-2022 to address this little-acknowledged truth among many homeschool parents- The way that we show up for the day has a lot to do with how our children will show up for the day. Take a listen to this episode to find out what I mean. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that - You've Got This!

Many homeschool parents find themselves giving up on their choice to homeschool because they often feel boggled down and overwhelmed by the amount of time that it takes to homeschool. In this episode, I share four simple tips to avoid just this. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

We all get weary, and we all get to the point where we feel like giving up. So if you're feeling weary, please know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. The choice to homeschool is often made without thinking about what it takes to stick with it long-term. After 16 years of homeschooling, I can attest to the fact that I have had seasons of feeling weary on the journey, but there is no need to stay in a season...

An awesome quote by Gloria Copeland says - In consistency lies the power. The fact is, if you can remain committed and consistent to your homeschool decision, you will stick with it long-term and reap all the wonderful gifts of homeschooling.  In this episode, I share 3 simple tips for remaining consistent in your homeschool journey.  Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got Thi...

Proverbs teach us that as a person thinks in their heart, so they are! This applies to our homeschool journey as well. No matter how perfect and put together our homeschool process looks from the outside. If we have negative thoughts in our hearts about it, we will never see and reap the amazing gift that homeschooling can be. In this episode, I talk about making sure that we are thinking correctl...

We've all been there - feeling like we've veered off and fallen off track in our Homeschool Journey. In this episode, I share 3 simple things that I think everyone should do if they feel off track as they navigate their Homeschool Journey. If you're feeling like you've driven into the ditch and need help getting out - this one is for you.  Happy Homeschooling, and remember that you've Got Thi...

Hello Everyone! I hope you are all doing well. It has been a while since I posted, but as I gear back up to posting more consistently, I wanted to share a repost of an episode that originally aired back in September two years ago.  Wishing you all a great rest of your week. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

Do you know the benefits of homeschooling? In this episode I share with you 7 important gifts of homeschooling. You may not have already personally reaped these benefits, but stick with it long term and I bet that in the long run you will see that Homeschooling truly is a a gift! Happy homeschooling! Remember that You've Got This! #homeschooltipsand advice #homeschooling #homeschool #homeschoolmom...