Ep. 8 - The Emptiness of Doing it All Without Community // Heidi St. John

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SHOW NOTES

Community and support are essential for homeschooling parents to combat isolation, build relationships, and prioritize character development over academic achievements.

00:00 Heidi St. John discusses the importance of community in parenting, using the story of Mr. Mouse to emphasize the value of asking for help and living in community, and promotes Brave books as a great resource for children.
03:14 Homeschool moms struggle with the mental load and unrealistic expectations, but seeking help and engaging in community is essential for combating loneliness and building a successful homeschool.
10:56 Acknowledge and address trauma responses, build vulnerable relationships, and embrace your narrative for healing and support in life.
18:49 Community and relatability are important in a world of curated social media content, reclaiming the narrative and replacing toxic ideas with truth, and realizing that parents can teach their kids basic skills without a degree or certification.
25:50 Homeschool moms need community and support to combat isolation and skepticism, emphasizing the importance of cultivating human beings over memorization of facts.
31:07 Homeschooling requires community support for character development, prioritizing wisdom over academic achievements, and avoiding overwhelming feelings of doing it all alone.
34:50 Focus on building relationships with your kids and teaching them life skills, rather than comparing yourself to others on social media and trying to do it all alone.
38:55 Be a person who makes others feel loved, cared for, and safe, and get rid of shame.

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Books, Membership, Podcast, and more!

Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216

It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.

Find homeschool friendly service providers: https://www.christy-faiths-list.com

Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder

Available NOW: Christy-Faith’s NEW book!

Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System

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Work with Christy-Faith:

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SHOW SPONSORS

CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum

https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school

Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option

https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book

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SHOW NOTES

Community and support are essential for homeschooling parents to combat isolation, build relationships, and prioritize character development over academic achievements.

00:00 Heidi St. John discusses the importance of community in parenting, using the story of Mr. Mouse to emphasize the value of asking for help and living in community, and promotes Brave books as a great resource for children.
03:14 Homeschool moms struggle with the mental load and unrealistic expectations, but seeking help and engaging in community is essential for combating loneliness and building a successful homeschool.
10:56 Acknowledge and address trauma responses, build vulnerable relationships, and embrace your narrative for healing and support in life.
18:49 Community and relatability are important in a world of curated social media content, reclaiming the narrative and replacing toxic ideas with truth, and realizing that parents can teach their kids basic skills without a degree or certification.
25:50 Homeschool moms need community and support to combat isolation and skepticism, emphasizing the importance of cultivating human beings over memorization of facts.
31:07 Homeschooling requires community support for character development, prioritizing wisdom over academic achievements, and avoiding overwhelming feelings of doing it all alone.
34:50 Focus on building relationships with your kids and teaching them life skills, rather than comparing yourself to others on social media and trying to do it all alone.
38:55 Be a person who makes others feel loved, cared for, and safe, and get rid of shame.

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Ep. 7 - Raising & Homeschooling Boys // Durenda Wilson

We dive deep into the unique journey of motherhood in raising sons. In today's world, the challenges of nurturing boys to become resilient, compassionate men can feel overwhelming. Joining Christy-Faith is Durenda Wilson, who brings her three decades of experience homeschooling her five boys to the forefront, offering wisdom and perspective to help mothers navigate this journey with grace and confidence. Join us as we explore the joys and struggles of raising sons, and discover practical insights to inspire the next generation of courageous men.

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Check Out Durenda Wilson’s New Book!

Raising boys in today’s cultural climate is a challenge. Boys are often misunderstood and misdiagnosed—when they are simply doing what their Creator wired them to do. As moms of boys, we can struggle to understand them and respond in a way that will encourage them toward the kind of manhood God has in mind.

In Raising Boys to Men, Durenda shares her three decades of experience raising and homeschooling her five boys. She brings wisdom and perspective that will inspire moms to see their sons in a fresh and hopeful way, so they can raise the next generation of boys to be courageous men of faith and action.

Available now on Amazon or at durendawilson.com!

If you order March 5th or 6th you will receive free access to The Unhurried Homeschooler Audiobook (an $8.99 value)!

Use durendawilson.com/redeem to redeem your gift!

Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216

It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.

Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder

Preorder my NEW book!

Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System

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CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum

https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school

Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option

https://christy-faith.com/pages/homeschool-rising-book

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SHOW NOTES

Homeschooling should cater to the natural traits of boys, prioritize outdoor play and traditional childhood activities, and encourage lifelong learning and positive relationships with education.

00:00 Durenda Wilson, emphasizes the importance of supporting moms raising sons and the need for men to take on leadership roles in our culture.
03:39 Encouraging moms to understand and accommodate the different ways boys learn and engage in boy-related activities, nurturing their natural traits and creating margin for kids to play outside is important for their well-being and focus.
11:14 Men and women think differently, so homeschooling should cater to hands-on learning, self-directed education, and simplicity, with a focus on responsibility, accountability, and motivation.
16:16 Prioritize outdoor play and traditional childhood activities, involve kids in adult tasks, and engage them in everyday life and conversation to teach resilience and self-discipline, and make learning more connected to real life.
20:52 Encouraging lifelong learning and positive relationships with education through input and flexibility, creating a margin-filled environment, teaching resourcefulness and work ethic, and emphasizing the importance of communication in writing.
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Ep. 9 - From Homeschool to Stanford (Part 1 of 2) // Amanda Reeves

Ever wonder if a homeschooler can get into college? In this episode, we’ll hear from our special guest, Amanda Reeves, as we explore her journey from homeschooling to Stanford University and beyond. Never again doubt that homeschooling can provide a great education that prepares your kids for the future.

Build A Homeschool That Does Right By Your Kids: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive

Use my Homeschool Success Framework: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive#r-1681759143216

It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.

Find homeschool-friendly service providers (like doctors, educators, and more): https://www.christy-faiths-list.com

Take my FREE 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: https://christy-faith.com/pages/christy-faiths-5-minute-homeschool-style-finder

Available NOW: Christy-Faith’s NEW book!

Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System

Links & Free:

Work with Christy-Faith:

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SHOW SPONSORS

CTC Math - Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum

https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school

Thrive Homeschool Community - Create a homeschool that’s better than any public or private school option