The Feast Life

In this inspiring episode, host Julie Ross sits down with Jill McAleer, a devoted homeschool mom and certified holistic health coach. Jill shares her journey of balancing the demands of homeschooling with her passion for health and fitness. From understanding the importance of macronutrients to practical tips for incorporating movement into a busy schedule, Jill offers invaluable advice for moms striving to improve their health while managing a homeschool household. Tune in for a conversation filled with actionable insights, encouragement, and practical tips to help you thrive in both your homeschooling and personal wellness journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understand Macronutrients: Learn the importance of balancing carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in your diet to sustain energy and overall health.
2. Start with Protein: Increasing protein intake can help improve energy levels, satiety, and overall well-being. Aim for your body weight in grams of protein.
3. Incorporate Movement: Small, consistent actions like walking while your kids play can significantly improve your fitness. Prioritize movement in your daily routine.
4. Meal Prepping Simplified: Doubling dinner recipes to have lunch ready for the week can save time and ensure you’re eating nutritious meals consistently.
5. Track and Adjust: Tracking your food and movement helps increase awareness and allows for better adjustments to meet your health goals. It’s not about perfection but consistent improvement.

Resources Mentioned:

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About our Guest:

Jill is a homeschooling Mom of 4, and a Certified Nutrition Coach who is passionate about helping busy Moms, women and parents learn how to adequately fuel their body and life through balanced nutrition and movement habits. Her 1:1 coaching service is centered around nutrition education and awareness, developing strategies and applying a methodology to build long term habits and maintain results. She advocates for healing relationships with your body and food and encourages everyone to chase strong and build muscle! Jill loves spending time with her family, serving in her church, cooking, lifting heavy weights and the beach!

Instagram: @jillfitjourney

Website: FIT with Jill Nutrition Coaching

Step into the world of homeschooling philosophy with Christy-Faith and Julie Ross as they challenge conventional notions of education and uncover its true essence. In this engaging episode, Christy and Julie delve into the heart of homeschooling, exploring its roots, philosophy, and transformative impact on families. They discuss the holistic approach to education, emphasizing the cultivation of the whole person—spiritual, academic, and social-emotional development. Through personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, they demonstrate how homeschooling provides unique opportunities for growth, learning, and deepening family connections.

About our guest, Christy-Faith:

Top homeschooling advocate and author of Homeschool Rising, Christy-Faith has more than two decades of academic and administrative experience in education. She has worked with every level of education from kindergarten through college, including training teachers, instructing students, and advising families. She co-founded and ran a premier educational center and consulting firm in Los Angeles before experiencing an “awakening” that sparked her transition to the homeschool arena. Today, she supports families in their homeschooling journeys through her podcast, and social media channels and writing. She lives in Colorado with her husband Scott and four homeschooled children.

Find her and her book:

Instagram: christy_faith_homeschool

Homeschool Rising Book

Christy’s Website

Christy-Faith on YouTube

In this episode, you will learn:

1. The historical context of education: Explore how traditional beliefs about education have shifted over time, particularly with the rise of the Industrial Revolution and the emergence of modern educational systems.
2. Homeschooling as a holistic approach: Discover how homeschooling goes beyond traditional academic instruction to prioritize the cultivation of a well-rounded individual, encompassing spiritual, academic, social, and emotional development.
3. The power of parent-led discussions: Understand the value of engaging in meaningful conversations with your children, sparked by literature, history, and everyday experiences, to foster critical thinking, empathy, and lifelong learning.

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of confidence and how it can help you become a more confident homeschool mom. Building on last week's discussion about managing difficult emotions, we explore how to create positive emotions by changing our thoughts and actions. We discuss the true nature of confidence, the actions that generate it, and the thoughts that support it. Whether you're looking to be more joyful, motivated, or patient, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement to help you grow in confidence and lead your homeschool with assurance and joy. Key Takeaways: The Origin of Emotions: Emotions are generated by our thoughts. By changing our thoughts, we can create the emotions we desire. Defining Confidence: Confidence is built through taking imperfect action, not from being unafraid. It involves taking risks and trying new things despite fear. Distinguishing Confidence from Arrogance: Confidence is not arrogance; true confidence doesn't need to prove itself. Confident people can be quiet and unassuming, unlike arrogant individuals who are often loud and insecure. Confidence as a Skill: Confidence is not an innate trait but a skill that can be developed. It grows through practice, failure, and persistence. Practical Steps to Build Confidence: Keep promises to yourself to build self-trust. Be emotionally resilient and learn to process emotions healthily. Believe in your worthiness and capability. Take action, even imperfect action, to build confidence. Use positive affirmations and practical techniques like power posing and smiling. Reflection Questions: How would your life and homeschool change if you were more confident? What small step can you take this week to build your confidence? Actionable Advice: Identify one small action you're currently afraid to take and commit to doing it this week. Write out and practice positive affirmations daily to reinforce your confidence. Resources Mentioned: Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/43 for additional resources and links Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in Subscribe & Review: “ I love Julie and the Feast Life.” If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts. This helps more people- just like you- find out about the show. CLICK HERE AND SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM to leave a five star reviews. Also, please subscribe so you never miss an episode. FOLLOW NOW Connect with Us: Website: A Gentle Feast Facebook: A Gentle Feast Community Instagram: @agentlefeast Prefer video or closed captions? Watch all our episodes on YouTube. http://youtube.com/@TheFeastLife Today’s episode is sponsored by the award winning Charlotte Mason curriculum A Gentle Feast. Get started with smooth and easy days at https://www.agentlefeast.com.

In this enriching episode of The Feast Life, host Julie Ross sits down with the inspiring Amber Lia, co-author of the impactful book "Triggers." They delve into the essence of Amber's journey from being a classroom teacher to a homeschooling mom, struggling with and overcoming anger and frustration. Amber shares practical, faith-driven strategies for moms dealing with similar struggles, emphasizing the importance of empathy, grace, and personal transformation.

Amber reveals her personal battle with health issues and how addressing her sugar addiction and embracing a healthier lifestyle significantly improved her energy levels and emotional responses. The discussion also touches on two common homeschooling triggers: children resisting schoolwork and sibling rivalry. Amber offers insightful advice on handling these challenges with patience, understanding, and a focus on relationship-building rather than immediate outcomes.

This episode is packed with valuable tips on managing triggers, fostering positive habits, and the crucial role of self-care for homeschooling moms. Amber's journey is a testament to the power of faith and intentional living in transforming both personal and family dynamics.

Resources Mentioned:

Books by Amber Lia:

• Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses by Amber Lia and Wendy Speake.
• Food Triggers: Exchanging Unhealthy Patterns for God-Honoring Habits by Amber Lia.

Online Support and Resources:

• Amber and Wendy's Facebook group for moms struggling with anger and parenting issues.
• Amber's website: amberlia.com
• Video series that complements the parenting books, available at amberandwendy.com.

Social Media:

• Follow Amber Lia on Instagram: @the.real.amber.lia
• Follow Amber Lia on Facebook: @therealamberlia

Takeaways:

Personal Transformation Starts with You:

• Amber emphasizes that managing triggers and personal growth begins with self-reflection and taking responsibility for one's reactions. By focusing on transforming yourself through faith, prayer, and practical steps, you can create a more peaceful and loving home environment.

Empathy and Grace are Essential:

• Approaching triggers with empathy and grace, both towards yourself and your children, is crucial. Understanding that anger and frustration are common but manageable emotions can help de-stigmatize these feelings and open up pathways for growth and healing.

View Homeschooling Challenges as Opportunities:

• Homeschooling can bring out many triggers, but these challenges should be seen as opportunities to coach and guide your children. Emphasizing relationship-building and character development over immediate outcomes can create a more harmonious and effective homeschooling experience.

Self-Care is Non-Negotiable:

• Taking care of your health is vital for managing emotional triggers and maintaining overall well-being. Prioritizing self-care, whether through better nutrition, exercise, or rest, can have a profound impact on your energy levels and emotional resilience.

Perfection is Not the Goal:

• It's important to focus on progress and the process of being perfected rather than striving for perfection. Accepting that setbacks are a natural part of the journey and responding to them with repentance and grace can lead to continued growth and improvement in managing triggers.

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In this episode, Julie Ross guides you through the process of setting a clear and intentional vision for your homeschool year. If you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the "how" of planning, Julie offers practical strategies to help you refocus on what truly matters. Through calming exercises and thought-provoking questions, she encourages you to move past analysis paralysis and decision fatigue, so you can approach the upcoming school year with clarity and confidence.

Key Takeaways:

1. Avoid Getting Stuck in Analysis Paralysis:

• It’s easy to become overwhelmed with decisions and details when planning your homeschool year. Instead of getting bogged down in the "how," focus on the bigger picture and remember that there are often multiple paths to success. By broadening your perspective, you can find a range of possibilities that align with your goals.

• Knowing your "why" is essential. Take time to reflect on why you homeschool, what you believe about education, and the kind of people you hope your children will grow up to be. This vision will guide your decisions and help you stay focused on what truly matters in your homeschool journey.

• Replace the language of "I have to" with "I get to" or "I choose to." This simple shift can transform your attitude toward homeschooling, making it feel like an exciting privilege rather than a burdensome task. Embrace the opportunities homeschooling offers and approach your planning with a sense of empowerment.

• Create a purpose statement for your homeschool that encapsulates your vision and the actions needed to achieve it. This statement serves as a guiding star, helping you make decisions that align with your long-term goals. Julie encourages you to write down this statement as a tangible reminder of your homeschool’s direction.

• Understand that your homeschool plan may need to evolve over time. What works this year might not work next year, and that’s okay. Be willing to adapt your approach based on your family’s needs and the outcomes you desire. Flexibility is key to maintaining a joyful and effective homeschool environment.

Resources Mentioned:

Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/45 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in

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