Waldorf Essentials

Melisa shares how she has navigated life curve balls and the tools she used before and during. Maybe you are having a new baby soon or maybe something you were not expecting happens like a death, illness or divorce. There's tools we can use before a curve ball comes. Melisa shares how to use this tool and the effectiveness it has. She also shares tools you can use during the curve ball. It happens...

Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials, specifically talks about options for younger kids during your main lesson and how to navigate having multiple children while creating your Waldorf Homeschool experience. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wal...

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We have all had those days where the homeschool lesson feels like a struggle. Melisa shares tips she has used on her homeschooling journey with her kids. The goal of homeschooling is not to feel a struggle everyday. We want to look back on homeschooling our children and smile because we enjoyed it. Melisa helps you shift from frustrations to success. Put Melisa's tips into practice and let us know...

So you made the prop, what now? How does that translate into the main lesson? How do you do it with them? I’ve got you covered! Revealing my secrets! Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorf...

We also have a podcast on all platforms ( Waldorf Essentials ) if you love it, please leave us a review. We love hearing how sharing our stories has helped you. Homeschooling is a lot to take on. Waldorf homeschooling is often misunderstood or intimidating. Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their pro tips and experience with how to navigate homeschooling together. Anything is possible, and effective c...

Parenting is an adventure challenging and also the best time of your life. If you are finding yourself yelling. Melisa shares her personal experience and tips to shift. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pi...

Erik Nielsen inspires you to take the time and do the inner work Dad's. The inner work may not seem important but it helps in those moments of questioning why kids are doing what they are doing and navigating why it is bothering you. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://w...

Melisa at Waldorf Essentials has created an amazing resource to get you started on your Michaelmas Festival planning. Traditional Waldorf Verse Story Resources and Song Ideas  In this video/podcast Melisa also covers common questions and shares planning tips. Celebrating Michaelmas This is such an amazing festival. Over the years I have slayed many of my own dragons. I hope these resources he...

Do you meditate? Melisa shares how she has learned to navigate intrusive thoughts during her daily meditation.  Meditation is always time well spent! Need help? Melisa has you covered.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_cr...

Need help explaining all the things Waldorf Homeschooling to your partner? We have you covered. Plus we offer lots of support and office hours where you can come ask all your questions. Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way. Melisa and Erik inspire you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curricu...

Melisa shares her experience with Waldorf homeschooling. How she got started, the tools she used to how she began writing her own curriculum and creating Waldorf Essentials for homeschoolers. Melisa also shares Steiner resources for you to dive into. Homeschool curriculum made by homeschoolers for homeschoolers. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essent...

Homeschool curriculum written by homeschoolers for homeschoolers. How can you provide a homeschool curriculum when you have never experienced it yourself? Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/wa...

A common question is "I have a lot of children, should I homeschool them together?" It can feel overwhelming having multiple children and trying to decide if each child has their own main lesson or if all the kids have one together. Melisa shares her personal experience as well as reasons to give each child their own main lesson. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://...

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Come learn what's included in Waldorf Essential's Thinking Feeling Willing program, learn about temperament from Melisa Nielsen and get a peek of what Planning for Peace is. Need support for your homeschooling? Need fresh ideas? Need accountability? Need help understanding one of the aspects of the Waldorf philosophy? Melisa is an experienced Waldorf homeschooler and parent. She shares her wisdom...

Waldorf Homeschooling is about lively lessons. To create lively Waldorf lessons you have to PLAN. Melisa and Erik share their experience with planning. You can over plan, you can under plan and you can shift a plan. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/w...

Not looking forward to the next gathering of friends or family because you are often questioned and challenged by others for your decision to Waldorf Homeschool? Melisa shares her top tips on how to navigate this situation. She focuses on knowing your temperament, recognizing others temperaments and leads you through a meditation practice to set you up for success in your next family holiday or ne...

What's special to the Waldorf Essentials Homeschool curriculum? Planning for Peace like you've never seen it before! We are so excited to share with you the redesign of Planning for Peace. It still holds all the amazing insight, just in a different and colorful way. Thing to know... Our live zoom 2022 meetings for northern hemisphere Planning for Peace will be on April 25th, June 25th and August 6...

One vital aspect of creating a Waldorf home is to find your rhythm. With so many activities moving virtual, it is easy to fall out of rhythm; but how do you get back? Melisa shares the secrets to tracking your actual rhythm and how to use it to get back on track. In this video we’ll cover: - How to track your actual rhythm - Balancing rhythm with virtual activities - Using your actual rhythm chart...

Momentum, can move forward in a positive or negative way. Get momentum behind it and get it going. Stop yourself when you see stuff going down the negative momentum. Be the parent, teacher, partner you want to be. Get your momentum going in a positive light and let joy lead. How can you cultivate more joy seeds? Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessenti...

Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their experience with the Melancholic temperament. There are four temperaments Melancholic Sanguine Phlegmatic and Choleric It is best to learn about each and decide which is your primary and secondary. Taking the time to explore the inner work of temperament can be a challenge but it can also completely transform your Waldorf homeschooling and parenting. https://www....

Melisa shares how planning changes from the younger years to the middle school years. She takes you through her planing and gives you examples to put into practice for your planning. Lessons don't go well and are not received well by the child when planning does not happen first. Do the planning. Melisa is here to help guide you through it. Waldorf essentials offers planning for peace, which is li...

Traveling is important for a lot of families. Melisa shares how she travels and what she does to keep her rhythm going as she returns home from a trip. Some prefer a vacation after a vacation at home and days to recover. Check out Melisa's tips and see if they will work to get your family back to your rhythm after your next vacation. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instag...

Management Mom Mode Catch yourself when you're in management mode and not feeling joy in your everyday anymore. Try this tip from Melisa Nielsen. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/WaldorfM...