How have your first months of your homeschool life been? I want to hear all the deets. If you and I were hanging out in our zoom room, I’d ask you, what’s working for you, what’s not, what’s working for your kids, what’s not, and have you had any unexpected challenges along the way? I…
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50 ways I nurture myself as a homeschool mama
How do I nurture myself as a homeschool mama when I’m old enough to have a conversation with my child that goes like this: “Happy Birthday, Mom. Should I not ask how old you are?” Umm, that’s the sign. This is how I nurture myself as a homeschool mama. I’m more than 40, so how…
Read MoreA Homeschool Mom Podcast for Boundary Breakthrough
I’ve been a mother for over 22 years but not until my oldest daughter was 3 years old did I begin to build boundaries. It was pretty messy, as you can imagine. An earthquake domino drop occurred in every relationship. And though it was uncomfortable, even scary (since there was a threat to my sense of security and…
Read MoreHealing the Mother Wound for Homeschool Moms
Healing the mother wound is a psychological and emotional process that often relates to one’s relationship with their mother during childhood. It typically involves addressing and resolving issues related to attachment, emotional trauma, and unmet emotional needs. Here’s how digging deep into the mother wound for homeschool moms is linked to healing the inner child.…
Read MoreUnschool Mothers: Candid Conversation with Virtual Kitchen Table
Erin is a former homeschool mom of four grown adults. She lives in Ontario, Canada, and works in the field of social work, particularly in family facilitation. As well, Erin enjoys hiking, wildlife, comedy, and music. She co-facilitated an in-person homeschool network for several years and now co-hosts an online community, Unschooling Together. Presently, she offers…
Read MoreHow to Tame the Homeschool Stress Dragon with 23 Strategies
In moments when I’m experiencing a whirlwind of emotions, like homeschool stress, frustration, or overwhelm, I look into my mirror and speak to myself. I discover there’s a distressed, anxious human being on the other side of the mirror. And you know what happens when I witness someone’s anxiety, fear, or frustration? I feel compassion.…
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