I Homeschool (How to do it without losing your mind)

As homeschooling parents, you have the incredible privilege of not just shaping your children’s academic knowledge, but also nurturing their hearts, character, and spiritual understanding. One of the most powerful lessons you can teach as a new year dawns is the meaning of expectation—not the world’s version, but the kind rooted in faith and anchored in God's promises. Each new year brings wit...

Today’s episode is about something every parent faces: mistakes. Our kids will make them, we will make them—and sometimes it’s in those messy moments that the deepest love and discipleship can happen. Instead of reacting with anger or disappointment, what if we saw mistakes as opportunities? Opportunities to extend grace, model forgiveness, and remind our children that they are loved—right in the...

Today we’re going to pause, breathe, and reflect. As parents and homeschoolers, we all have seasons that felt like victories, and others that felt like failures. But what if both—the wins and the struggles—are opportunities to see God’s goodness? This episode is all about looking back, honestly asking, ‘What worked? What didn’t?’ and choosing to end it all with gratitude.” Join Coach Nove and her...

Today, we’re diving into a very real, often unspoken part of homeschooling—what happens after. When our children step out of the safe, familiar world of homeschooling into college, work, or adulthood, the transition can be both exciting and overwhelming. Join Coach Nove and her guest Mikaela Reanne Sy. She will share her journey as a former homeschooler who has walked this transition and will shar...

Today, we’re talking about something very close to the heart—homeschooling children with special needs. For many parents, this journey feels overwhelming. But what if homeschooling isn’t just a challenge—it’s also a gift? A gift of time, love, and the ability to see your child the way God sees them: wonderfully made, with a purpose." Join Coach Nove and her guest Betty Ching Sy as they talk a...

Every parent dreams of raising happy, resilient kids who can face life’s challenges with strength. Today, we’ll talk about what it means to raise mentally strong kids—not by telling them to toughen up, but by equipping them with skills to manage emotions, tackle challenges, and grow in confidence.” Join Coach Nove and Coach Jennie as they venture into this conversation, because its time to learn o...

Sometimes we worry so much about finishing the curriculum, covering every subject, or making sure we don’t ‘fall behind.’ But at the end of the day, our kids won’t carry with them the perfectly crafted lesson plans—we hope they carry the love, patience, and faith we’ve poured into them.” Join Coach Nove and her co-host Coach Heidi Dy as they talk about the heart lessons, sharing their own real sto...

Today’s topic is something every Filipino family needs to talk about — especially now that we’ve seen earthquakes, floods, and even tsunami warnings in different parts of our country. As homeschooling parents, we don’t just teach math or reading — we also teach life skills that prepare our kids for real-world situations.
And one of those is safety and readiness — but taught in a way that doesn’t c...

In a culture where helpers or ‘kasambahays’ are often part of daily life, what happens when you don’t have one? How do you juggle homeschooling, housework, and everything else without losing your peace?" Join Coach Nove and her guest Glenda Magtoto as they talk about the truth on how to homeschool without a helper. If you like this podcast, do subscribe, rate us and tag on our Spotify and sta...

As parents, especially as homeschooling parents, we love our children deeply. But sometimes, that love is expressed not by giving them what they want, but by giving them what they need—even if it feels hard in the moment. What does it mean to set boundaries, say no, or discipline in love? And how can we do it in a way that reflects God’s heart?" Join Coach Nove and Coach Jennie as they ventur...

With everything happening in our country—the floods, corruption scandals, waste management issues—sometimes we ask, ‘Can my small homeschool even make a difference?’ The answer is yes. Change begins at home, with us. The values we instill in our kids today will shape the kind of citizens they become tomorrow.” Join Coach Nove in this episode as she tackles on how we can raise our kids to be respon...

After years of pouring into our children—teaching, guiding, discipling—there comes a moment when we watch them spread their wings. It’s both a moment of pride and a season of letting go. How do we balance staying connected while also giving them the freedom to grow? Join Coach Nove and her co-host Coach Heidi Dy as they talk about the heart lessons, the challenges, and the faith needed when our ho...

Today, we’re diving into a special topic close to the hearts of many parents—especially those raising daughters: Shaping Hearts, Not Just Minds. When we think of homeschooling, it’s easy to focus on academics—math, reading, writing, and grades. But as Christian parents, we’re called to see beyond test scores. We’re entrusted with the shaping of hearts, building godly character, and helping our dau...

As homeschool parents, we know that education is more than just teaching math or grammar—it’s shaping hearts. When we nurture compassion in our children, we are not only teaching them to be kind, but also to see the world through the lens of God’s love. Join Coach Nove and Coach Jennie as they venture into this conversation, because its time to learn on parenting. Follow Coach Jennie on her Instag...

As homeschooling parents, many of us feel guilty—Am I giving them too much screen time? Am I depriving them if I give too little? But what if we could approach this not with guilt or fear, but with wisdom and grace? Join Coach Nove in this episode as she shares on how to manage our screen time. Feedbacks are welcome. If you like this podcast, do subscribe, rate us and tag on our Spotify and stay t...

As homeschooling parents, it’s easy to get caught up in academics—math, reading, science—but what about the life skills that will truly carry our children into adulthood? Today, we’ll talk about the non-negotiables—the skills that go beyond textbooks. From faith to character, problem-solving to kindness, these are the things that shape our children’s hearts and prepare them for real life. Because...

Are you in the middle of crayons on the floor, spilled milk on the table, and a toddler clinging to your leg while you try to read “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” for the fifth time? Welcome to real-life homeschooling with littles. This episode is for every mom wondering: “Is this chaos still part of God’s calling?” “Am I doing enough… or anything right?” Join Coach Nove and her guest Christine Siso...

This is for the weary homeschool parent — the one holding back tears after another hard day, the one wondering if they made the right choice, or if they’re really cut out for this. You are not alone. Every homeschool parent has those days — days filled with doubt, resistance, mess, and exhaustion. But it’s in those moments that God gently reminds us: You don’t have to do this in your own strength....

May formula ba talaga sa homeschooling? Or baka kailangan kong gayahin ’yung ibang magaling?” I bought all the books, joined all the webinars… and ended up more confused. But what I learned — and I hope you’ll learn too Join Coach Nove in this episode as she shares on how to choose what works for you in homeschooling. Feedbacks are welcome. If you like this podcast, do subscribe, rate us and tag o...

Homeschooling gives us a unique opportunity to disciple our children daily — in the little moments, in the hard conversations, and even in the quiet, ordinary routines at home. This is more than just parenting. It’s kingdom work. Join Coach Nove and her guest Anna Moran. They will discuss the importance of discipleship at home. Anna is the beloved wife of J.A Moran, She is blessed to have 3 beauti...

Have you ever thought, ‘I want to homeschool, but I don’t have enough.’ Not enough money. Not enough books. Not enough space. Not enough time Join Coach Nove and her guest Sale Mallari. She will share how God help her curate her homeschooling journey by using whatever she has at home and flourish without breaking the bank. Sale She is a youth and child advocate whose ministry and community develop...

Homeschooling is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also be isolating, overwhelming, and even lonely at times. That’s why we need a village. Join Coach Nove and her guest Sheryll Lim. She will share how God transform her life through homeschooling community. Sheryll is the beloved wife to Kris Lim , she is blessed to have 4 beautiful kids. She”s been homeschooling for 15 years and counting and...

Today’s episode is something every homeschooling parent needs to revisit from time to time: Why did we start homeschooling in the first place? Homeschooling can often feel like a race — to finish the curriculum, to match the standards, to prove we’re doing okay. But what if we paused… and remembered why we chose this path in the first place? Join Coach Nove in this episode as she shares the import...

Paano kung si Lord na mismo ang tumatawag sa’yo para mag-homeschool? I know maraming fears, doubts, at questions that come with this calling. But in this episode, we’ll explore how we can trust God’s leading — even when it feels uncertain — and how His grace equips us every step of the way. Join Coach Nove and her guest Kath Amurao. Kath will share how God called her to homeschool even though she...

If you’re a parent who has walked through loss, grief, or big life transitions while homeschooling- this episode is for you. Grief affects not just us, but our families and the way we process daily life, including our homeschool journey. In this conversation, we invited our dear friend Sarah Cocuaco- Gokian. She will share her honest journey on how God is helping her through her grief. That even i...