Ep. 65 - Homeschooling with Anxiety or Depression: Is It Still Possible?
05/14/25 • 37 min
Can you really homeschool if you’re struggling with anxiety or depression? Or is that a sign you should walk away from it all? In this deeply honest and encouraging episode, Christy-Faith sits down with licensed therapist and homeschool mom Stephanie Combs to tackle this difficult—but important—question.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re in the thick of it, this episode is for every parent who’s ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained while homeschooling.
The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 65
🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Everything you need to strengthen your homeschool journey:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Join Christy-Faith’s online community for support, encouragement, and practical help from real homeschooling families.
👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
A curated list of homeschool-friendly providers, businesses, and resources:
👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com
Homeschool Rising: Christy-Faith’s Book
Find courage and clarity to homeschool your way:
📖 https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
✔ Structured + flexible curriculum
✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking
✔ Perfect for mixed-age families
👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christy
CTC Math
✔ Christy-Faith’s favorite online math curriculum
✔ Self-paced + parent-friendly
✔ Teaching, grading, and testing included!
👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
CLT
✔ Homeschool-friendly standardized test for grades 3–12
✔ No political agenda—just critical thinking
✔ Take online at home
👉 https://CLTexam.com (use code CHRISTY25 for 25% off!)
Lovevery – The Reading Skill Set
✔ Play-based, science-backed reading program
✔ 98% of kids improved test scores in just 6 weeks!
💰 https://lovevery.com/christyfaith (use code CHRISTY10 for 10% off)
🎧 SHOW RECAP
Struggling emotionally and still trying to homeschool? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing.
Licensed counselor and homeschool mom Stephanie Combs joins Christy-Faith to explore how anxiety and depression show up in the homeschool life—and what to do when they do. This is a grace-filled conversation about emotional health, parenting through hard seasons, and recognizing when you need help (and how to get it).
✅ Signs your mental health may be impacting your homeschool
✅ What “being present” really means—and why it helps
✅ Tips for building emotional awareness and setting boundaries
✅ How to handle tough days with compassion and structure
✅ When to get help—and how to do it without giving up homeschooling
✅ Why your struggles might actually build stronger relationships with your kids
This episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and the reminder that mental health challenges don’t disqualify you from homeschooling.
There is hope, help, and a way forward—with the right tools and support.
💛 You are not alone.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a homeschool parent who needs encouragement today.
💬 Have you homeschooled while navigating anxiety or depression? Share your story or tip in the comments—we’d love to hear from you!
Can you really homeschool if you’re struggling with anxiety or depression? Or is that a sign you should walk away from it all? In this deeply honest and encouraging episode, Christy-Faith sits down with licensed therapist and homeschool mom Stephanie Combs to tackle this difficult—but important—question.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re in the thick of it, this episode is for every parent who’s ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained while homeschooling.
The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 65
🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Everything you need to strengthen your homeschool journey:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Join Christy-Faith’s online community for support, encouragement, and practical help from real homeschooling families.
👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
A curated list of homeschool-friendly providers, businesses, and resources:
👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com
Homeschool Rising: Christy-Faith’s Book
Find courage and clarity to homeschool your way:
📖 https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
✔ Structured + flexible curriculum
✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking
✔ Perfect for mixed-age families
👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christy
CTC Math
✔ Christy-Faith’s favorite online math curriculum
✔ Self-paced + parent-friendly
✔ Teaching, grading, and testing included!
👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
CLT
✔ Homeschool-friendly standardized test for grades 3–12
✔ No political agenda—just critical thinking
✔ Take online at home
👉 https://CLTexam.com (use code CHRISTY25 for 25% off!)
Lovevery – The Reading Skill Set
✔ Play-based, science-backed reading program
✔ 98% of kids improved test scores in just 6 weeks!
💰 https://lovevery.com/christyfaith (use code CHRISTY10 for 10% off)
🎧 SHOW RECAP
Struggling emotionally and still trying to homeschool? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing.
Licensed counselor and homeschool mom Stephanie Combs joins Christy-Faith to explore how anxiety and depression show up in the homeschool life—and what to do when they do. This is a grace-filled conversation about emotional health, parenting through hard seasons, and recognizing when you need help (and how to get it).
✅ Signs your mental health may be impacting your homeschool
✅ What “being present” really means—and why it helps
✅ Tips for building emotional awareness and setting boundaries
✅ How to handle tough days with compassion and structure
✅ When to get help—and how to do it without giving up homeschooling
✅ Why your struggles might actually build stronger relationships with your kids
This episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and the reminder that mental health challenges don’t disqualify you from homeschooling.
There is hope, help, and a way forward—with the right tools and support.
💛 You are not alone.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a homeschool parent who needs encouragement today.
💬 Have you homeschooled while navigating anxiety or depression? Share your story or tip in the comments—we’d love to hear from you!
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Ep. 64 - Overwhelmed By Homeschooling? How To Make It Manageable
Are you overwhelmed by overflowing bookshelves, a cluttered calendar, and the pressure to “do it all” in your homeschool? You're not alone—when you're balancing so much, it doesn’t take much to feel stretched thin. In this episode, Christy-Faith opens up about shiny object syndrome, curriculum overload, and the quiet guilt that creeps in when homeschooling starts to feel more like a burden than a joy.
We’ll talk about the pressure to be everything for everyone, why more isn’t always better, and how to gently declutter your homeschool with confidence. More importantly, we’ll explore how to protect your peace, reconnect with your why, and focus on the things that matter most—for your kids and for you.
The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 64
🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Join Christy-Faith’s online community and create a homeschool that works for YOUR family—plus access the masterclass on socialization!
👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
A curated guide to homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges:
👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com
Christy-Faith’s Latest Book!
Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System
📖 Get your copy: https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family’s needs
✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in
✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level
Find the perfect fit for your homeschool:
👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christy
CTC Math
✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program
✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace
✔ Teaching, grading, and testing—all done for you!
Start your free trial today:
👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
LearningRx
✔ Cognitive skills training for kids with ADHD, dyslexia & more
✔ $50 off with code HOME50
👉 https://LearningRx.com or call 866-272-4601
Lovevery
The Reading Skill Set by Lovevery follows the science of reading, making learning to read fun and confidence-boosting!
✔ 98% of kids improved their reading scores in 6 weeks!
💰 Visit https://lovevery.com/christyfaith and use code CHRISTY10 for 10% off
🎧 SHOW RECAP
In this episode, we take a step back from the hustle to ask what really matters in your homeschool—and how to let go of everything else.
✅ Why more curriculum doesn’t equal better outcomes
✅ What shiny object syndrome looks like in homeschool life
✅ The truth about learning gaps (and why they’re unavoidable)
✅ 4 questions to ask before you add anything to your homeschool
✅ How to simplify your days without feeling like you’re “failing”
✅ The difference between busy homeschooling and intentional homeschooling
✅ A gentle reminder: you have nothing to prove
This episode is for every homeschool mom who’s secretly drowning under the weight of good intentions. You don’t need to do more to be enough. Sometimes, peace comes from doing less—but doing it well.
📌 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with a fellow homeschool parent who’s ready to reclaim their time, energy, and joy.
💬 What’s one thing you’re letting go of this week? Drop it in the comments—you might inspire another mom to do the same.
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Ep. 66 - The Biggest Myths About Homeschool Socialization
You’ve heard it before—maybe at a family dinner, maybe from a well-meaning stranger: But how will your kids socialize? It’s the most common (and most exhausting) question homeschoolers face.
In this episode, Christy-Faith tackles the socialization myth head-on. From the roots of this cultural fear to what the research actually says, you'll get equipped with truth, confidence, and a new way to answer that dinner table debate. Spoiler: homeschoolers aren’t socially stunted—they’re thriving in deeper, more authentic ways than ever.
The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 66
🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Join Christy-Faith’s online community and access the full Socialization Masterclass, community forums, and more:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
A curated directory of homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges:
👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com
Christy-Faith’s Book: Homeschool Rising
📖 Explore the socialization chapter and more:
👉 https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
Mentioned in this Episode...
🎧 Books (Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld & Dr. Gabor Maté) that changed my parenting and homeschooling game episode
👉 https://youtu.be/9-xADVIK438?si=rjlP33dJosTph0Kr
National Home Education Research Institute Study:
https://nheri.org/home-school-researcher-homeschooled-childrens-social-skills/
Article from homeeducator.com:
https://homeeducator.com/homeschooling-affects-social-skills/
🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
✔ Flexible structure, biblical worldview
✔ Built-in critical thinking and hands-on learning
👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christy
CTC Math
✔ Online, self-paced K–12 math curriculum
✔ 50% off + free trial for Christy-Faith listeners
👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
LearningRx
✔ Cognitive skills training for kids with ADHD, dyslexia & more
✔ $50 off assessment with code HOME50
👉 https://LearningRx.com or call 866-272-4601
Lovevery – The Reading Skill Set
✔ Game-based, science-backed reading program
✔ 98% of kids improved in just 6 weeks!
💰 https://lovevery.com/christyfaith (code CHRISTY10)
🎧 SHOW RECAP
Is traditional school really the gold standard for socialization? Or have we just accepted a myth for too long?
✅ The root of the homeschool socialization question—and why it’s outdated
✅ How traditional schools often promote forced association, not connection
✅ Surprising research on empathy, community involvement, and homeschoolers
✅ How homeschoolers build real-world relationships across ages and settings
✅ What to say when someone asks, “But what about socialization?”
✅ Why trauma isn’t a requirement for “toughening up” your child
✅ Encouragement for both introverted and extroverted kids—and their parents
If you’ve ever worried about your child’s social development or felt judged for choosing a different path, this episode is your truth-packed reminder: homeschoolers don’t miss out—they gain so much more.
📌 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with a homeschool friend who’s tired of defending their choice—and ready to stand confident.
💬 What’s your go-to response when someone questions homeschool socialization? Share it in the comments!
The Christy-Faith Show - Ep. 65 - Homeschooling with Anxiety or Depression: Is It Still Possible?
Transcript
Welcome everybody to today's episode of the Christy Faith Show. Did you know that one in four women in The US experience symptoms of anxiety and depression? In fact, women are significantly more likely than men to face these challenges with over twenty three percent of women reporting anxiety disorders just in the past year. In Thrive homeschool community where vulnerability and honesty are celebrated, it's not uncommon for moms to share in o
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