#34: Is Your Anger Being Triggered in Your Homeschool? with Amber Lia

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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