Waldorf Essentials

So often it feels as though we SHOULD have enough time to complete our to-do list, yet we are always behind. Where do all the hours go? And how can slowing down and being present actually allow you to get more done? In this video, Melisa gets to the core of how to make your time work for you. HINT: It’s about how you show up.   -Why time seems to always slip away from you.   -How to get...

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials gives you a preview of what her Thinking, Feeling, Willing program includes.     https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Our Thinking Feeling Willing program is your road map to a successful Waldorf homeschool journey! Gain the confidence you need, be the teacher your child wants and transform your homeschool experience. Navigation for the Journey. We...

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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 inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting   - I...

Redefining Education! By bringing Waldorf inspired, teacher guided lessons right to you, wherever you are!     Seasons of Seven is a school like no other. We provide you with a truly flexible experience while nurturing relationships with teachers and peers.   Teachers create tailored pre-recorded lessons to watch at the best time of day for your family with the option to pause or re...

Waldorf environments are often full of soft flowy silks, beautiful wooden toys, and watercolor paintings.     What do you do when your home has none of those things and you want to create a beautiful Waldorf home?     Join Melisa as she discusses the truth of Waldorf and how to create that beautiful feel without breaking the bank.     In this video you will learn: &nb...

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Moving can be stressful! In this video, Melisa walks you through ways you can make your move less stressful and more enjoyable for yourself and your family.     In this video you will learn: -How to manage all the emotions that come with moving. -Tips for reducing stress during the move. -Steps to take that will make leaving, not so hard. (Emotionally and physically)   You can also...

Reverence often carries a religious connotation but, in this video, Melisa walks through what it means to teach reverence in your home and homeschool.     She provides insight into why she incorporated reverence, respect, and responsibility into her homeschool and how it made its way into their every-day home life.     In this video you’ll learn:   -What it means to have r...

Melisa often has families come to Waldorf homeschooling not feeling like they will be able to do the art. She shares an encouraging story to help get you started. Back when she was in art class a teacher told her it was a good thing she wanted to be a lawyer because she was not an artist.     If you've seen her work now you definitely know she is talented. Learn how she got there and tak...

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Retained Reflexes with  Stephanie Ferris Book mentioned from Stephanie: Understanding Deeper Developmental Needs Adam Blanning     Program recommended by Stephanie   Move Play Thrive Sonia Story   https://www.moveplaythrive.com/   Resource List: The Well Balanced Child: Movement and Early Learning  https://amzn.to/3Koq4SB   Understanding Deeper Developmental...

It can feel very overwhelming when you fall behind in your homeschooling and often you cannot figure out where to even begin. We’ve been there. It happens.   Join Melisa as she lays out a plan to help you get back on track and address any potential learning deficiencies.     In this video you will learn:   -How to recenter, refocus, and get back on track when you fall behind. -...

Melisa tackles the common concern of whether or not boys can thrive in Waldorf.     From sword play to climbing trees, she discusses how Waldorf education can truly connect with rambunctious boy energy.   She also talks about the importance of getting enough movement and how rough play really is okay.     When you're feeling bothered by the rough housing, you have to ask y...

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Join Melisa as she discusses three questions she frequently gets. (1) How do I hold the space when I’m having a bad day? (2) What can I do when my child has a meltdown over movement (walks/hikes)? And (3) What if things are hard? In this episode, she shares her own parenting stories and provides advice for all parents. You’ll learn: -What to do when everyone is seemingly in a bad mood -Advice for...

Join Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials and her children Sam and Sariah, as they walk you through a guided mediation. This video is the perfect way to learn about and experience meditation as a family.   You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey together.     Have the...

Melisa tackles how to handle perfectionism in your children’s behaviors. She discusses the ties perfectionism can have to certain temperaments and anxiety; and provides tools to help children manage their expectations.     In this video you will learn:   - The role temperaments play in anxiety and perfectionism.     - How to help your child manage their anxiety and perfect...

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FULL VIDEO NOW HERE: Candle or Lantern Access include full video. https://www.aurielslight.org/store   Ms. Daniela from Season's of Seven Virtual Waldorf School   https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ and Melisa Nielsen discuss Grade 6.   Class 6 Teacher ~ Ms. Daniela Daniela is excited to join Seasons of Seven as Grade 6 Class Teacher.   She has had the blessing to journey through t...

Anxiety and self-care can be big topics.     But in this must-watch video, Melisa dives into them from a temperament perspective.     She provides an insight into how different temperaments generally respond to anxiety, ways to alleviate some of your anxiety, and the connection between how we feel mentally and our bodies.     She also dives into where our anxiety stem...

In this video, Melisa walks through how to add a foreign language to your homeschool curriculum. She provides advice for multi-lingual households, as well as non-bilingual families who want to introduce a new language.     In this video you will learn: -How to incorporate a language into your curriculum the way a Waldorf school would.   -How to choose a primary language to teach fir...

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Erik and Melisa Nielsen share their experience and tips for navigating museums, children's museums and gift shops. As a homeschool family it can feel like going to all the museums is a great opportunity to learn and connect the lessons. Keeping in mind age appropriateness, special needs and over stimulation is a must. Gift shops can always be a challenge. Even more so when it's at the end of the d...

Melisa's email inspired her to share two messages with you today.     - Confidence, it's time for you to hone it.   - Sharing stories from other religions does not sign you up to the religion, it simply helps you understand your neighbor.     You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers...