Nadia Ott

Gift of Homeschooling

A veteran homeschooling mommy of 18 years, a graduate of UC Berkeley in Economics, and working wife and mother, I aim to equip you with the tools necessary to have the most successful life and homeschool journey EVER! I share practical, actionable strategies for achieving success, peace, productivity, and happiness in your life and homeschool journey. From simple, practical, straightforward advice, to tackling stress and doubt, to more in-depth suggestions, I have you, and your family covered when it comes to discovering the Gift of Homeschooling, and and living an empowered life of faith.

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Nadia Ott

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Education

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giftofhomeschooling.com

Latest episode

Jan 5, 2026

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Episodes

Not knowing your why for homeschooling may hamper its long term success 15.03.2022

Knowing your why is the first piece in creating a clear vision for your homeschooling journey. In this episode I discuss why it is important to your long term #homeschooling success, and give you simple advice on how to determine and identify your why. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram to keep up with our family homeschool journey @homeschools101 and feel free to contact us via email at homes...

Let's Gear Up to Create Our Homeschool Vision 08.03.2022

Having a vision is critically important for the long term success of your homeschool journey. In this episode I talk about gearing up to create the vision for ur homeschool year and beyond. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

New Years Homeschool Resolutions? Are those even necessary? 08.02.2022

In this episode I share why it is important to include your homeschool journey in your New Years Resolutions, and why it is important to have a vision for your Homeschool Journey, and invite you to join me in an opportunity to establish that vision together for the year. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

Through the good times, through the hard times, homeschooling is a tremendous gift ! 02.02.2022

As the family and I get back to normal after our infection over the Christmas Holidays, I wanted share with you one important aspect of homeschooling, which is often overlooked, but is a tremendous gift that most other families who do not homeschool may never experience. Wishing you all an awesome rest of your week. Happy homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

Hello - Checking In After a Looong break :-) 27.01.2022

Hello Everyone - Just a quick hello to check in and to let you all know that I will be back really soon. Illness and some other family issues have kept me off the air, but starting next week, I'll be back sharing as usual. Have a great rest of your week, and remember that you've got this! Happy Homeschooling!

Merry Christmas! 25.12.2021

Merry Christmas Homeschools101 Family. Recorded this a few days ago, and did not have a chance to upload because we were befallen with illness. Enjoy your time with your family on this precious day, and remember to be grateful for each moment. Love and hugs to you all!

Okay, let's get real about what Homeschooling looks like - Truth is, it's not usually picture perfect! 07.12.2021

In this episode, I wanted to encourage everyone to stop looking at all the beautiful picture perfect display of homeschool on social media. The truth is, homeschool is not usually picture perfect, but that's okay - nothing in life ever is.  So breathe easy and take yourself off the perfection wheel.  If you aren't already, don't forget to follow us on Instagram #homeschools101 to see wha...

Homeschooling Stress? Changing this 1 thing might make all the difference 30.11.2021

In this episode, I identify what I think maybe the number 1 source of unnecessary stress in the Homeschool Process., and discuss why I feel this way.  Happy Homeschooling, and Remember that You've Got This! After listening to the episode, you may find these links useful if this episode resonated with you. https://www.homeschool.com/top10/top10reviews-asp/ https://homeschool-curriculum-reviews....

How to Stick with Homeschooling Long Term 23.11.2021

In this episode I share 3 simple pieces of advice for things you can do to ensure that you stick with your homeschool journey for the long haul. Questions or comments, please feel free to reach out and stay connected via email - homeschools101@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @homeschools101 to keep up with what we are doing as a family. Happy Homeschooling and remember that You've...

How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Your Homeschool Journey 16.11.2021

I think that this unfortunately is one of the biggest issues too many Homeschooling Parents face - stress and anxiety!. In this episode, I share 4 tips and advice for reducing stress in our Homeschooling Journey. Have questions or just want to drop me note, please don't hesitate to email me at homeschools101@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on Instagram to find out what we are up to as a family...

Don't Do These 3 Things if You Want the Best Homeschooling Experience 04.11.2021

In this episode I share 3 simple things that I think are crucial that every homeschool parent should avoid to ensure a successful homeschool experience. If you are not yet following us on Instagram (#Homeschools101), please follow us so that we can stay connected and you can stay up to date on what we are up to as a family.  Have questions or comments? Please email us at homeschools101@gmail....

How to Make Your Homeschool Journey More Joyful 15.10.2021

The time that we have with our children is limited. The years go by really quickly. How are you making sure that your time with them - yes, even your homeschool time, is filled with joy?  In this episode, I share 3 simple tips on how to inject more joy into your homeschool day. Remember that you've Got this, and together we'll make sure that you have the best Homeschool Journey Ever! Happy Ho...

New Curriculum - Forgetting the Things of the Past and Looking Forward to What is Ahead :-) 05.10.2021

In this episode I share briefly about our experience thus far with our new curriculum for the year. Things are new and different, but one thing we're doing is forgetting those things from the past and looking forward to what's ahead with the new curriculum. Remember that whatever your experience has been like so far, there is always a new day and a new opportunity to improve and make things better...

3 Musts for a Successful Homeschool Journey 15.09.2021

In this episode I share 3 simple BUT important MUSTS for a successful Homeschool Journey. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

Don't be Scared to Rock the Boat 31.08.2021

In this episode I share with how we are rocking the boat and what we are facing as a family that has caused us to delay our school year start date. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

3 Things to Keep in Mind When Choosing a Homeschool Curriculum 04.08.2021

Choosing a homeschool curriculum can sometimes seem like a daunting process. however, if you keep these 3 things in mind, it can make the task of choosing much easier. Listen to this episode to find out what 3 things I am talking about. Choosing a homeschool curriculum that works for you and your family will be a very important part of the success of your homeschool experience. Here are a lists of...

Tips and Advice to Start The Homeschool Year Off Strong 27.07.2021

In this episode I share with you 7 important tips to ensure that you start off strong in your New Homeschool Year.  Whether you are still enjoying your summer break (like we are), or if you've started the new homeschool year already, I hope that with these tips and advice you'll be able to start off strong. Remember that You've Got This! Happy Homeschooling!

Just Checking In to Say Hello! 13.07.2021

Hello Everyone! I've been enjoying summer break, and hope that you're all doing the same.  I just wanted to check in to say hello because I miss you all. Looking forward to jumping back on on a regular basis to share important tips and advice with you starting next week! Stay tuned!

End of Year Tips and Advice 16.06.2021

Like us, you are probably on your last stretch of homeschool before SUMMER BREAK. In this episode I share some simple tips and advice for wrapping up the school year. Below are two  wonderful resources for "keeping the learning going" even while on summer break. https://www.timestables.com/games/  - Great free  resource for practicing multiplication facts https://home.xtramath.org/...

It's Okay To Admit That You Don't Have it All together - We've All Been There! 09.06.2021

It's Okay To Admit You Don't Have it All together - We've All Been There, but we don't have to stay there. In this episode I share with you tips and advice for making sure you don't get stuck in the rut that find we sometimes find ourselves in when we feel like we don't have it all together. Remember that You've Got This! Happy Homeschooling!

Feeling Discouraged on Your Homeschool Journey ? This will help you! 02.06.2021

Sharing simple tips to help you not feel lost and discouraged on your Homeschool Journey. Listen and implement these simple tips to help you get unstuck. Remember that you've Got This! Happy Homeschooling!

Don't Make the Mistake of Comparing Yourself To Others During Your Homeschooling Journey 26.05.2021

Comparison in any area of our lives can be unhealthy, especially if it undermines our own experiences. In this episode I wanted to remind you all that we all all uniquely made - wonderfully and fearfully, and that we should avoid the pitfall of comparison at all cost.  Remember that you were born to do this, and that You've Got This! Happy Homeschooling

Tips for Working Smarter, NOT Harder during your Homeschooling Experience 17.05.2021

In this Podcast I share my tips and advice for working SMARTER, not Harder during your homeschool experience. Enjoy the Podcast, and remember that You've Got This! Happy Homeschooling!

When Homeschooling, Don't Forget to Fill Your Own Cup, Because - You Can't Pour From An Empty Cup! 10.05.2021

In this Podcast I wanted to remind you all to take the time to fill you own cup up, because without doing this we may often find ourselves quickly feeling exhausted and depleted. Happy Homeschooling, and remember that You've Got This!

How o Get Back on Track When You've Lost Motivation in your Homeschool Journey 28.04.2021

In this episode I share how to be STILL and get back on track when you feel unmotivated and lack motivation to continue your homeschool journey. We have ALL been there. Today I share with you some advice and 5 things to do to help you to get back into the swing of things. Remember that You've Got This! Happy Homeschooling!

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