We always want to see our kids reach an appropriately healthy amount of independence as they move into adulthood, but for those of us with special needs kids, this process can be more challenging and time-consuming than we may have anticipated. In the last episode, Peggy Ployhar joined me to discuss ways to engage our autistic kids in learning. Today she will share what she believes is important in helping our autistic young adults move toward more independence. Resources mentioned in this episo...
Oct 14, 2024•38 min•Ep. 574
As our country wrestles with darkness, fear, and division, is it possible that the overwhelming sense of hopelessness many of us feel is misplaced? Could it be that the belief that America’s cultural and spiritual decline is inevitable is a misplaced fear? Resources mentioned in this episode: Kirk Cameron Website Born to Be Brave Book Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurrie...
Oct 11, 2024•37 min•Ep. 573
We are called to be the salt of the earth. The primary value of salt is not as a flavoring but as a preservative. As Jesus' disciples, we are to hinder the world’s corruption. Today Heidi St. John joins me for a conversation about the future of our nation and how we can be salt and light right here and right now. Here are some questions we discuss: What are the top challenges we face as believers in our culture today? How do you think we got to this place? What do you think scares Christians abo...
Oct 07, 2024•32 min•Ep. 572
Are you struggling with ways to help your autistic child engage in learning? Today Peggy Ployhar joins me with a practical and encouraging message for those trying to teach kids on the spectrum! Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart The Four-Hour School Day CTC Math Voetberg Music Academy (Use discount code WIL...
Oct 04, 2024•40 min•Ep. 571
Do you feel like you’ve forgotten what it’s like to be human in a world that seems to be full of digital everything? I've invited Wes back on the podcast to help us nail down a clearer theology of technology by answering these questions: How should Christians think about, relate to, and use technology? What is technology? What’s the relationship between technology and theology? At what point is technology a threat to our humanity? Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode sear...
Sep 30, 2024•42 min•Ep. 570
Homeschooling can feel very lonely at times and even though we get to decide what our daily rhythms look like, I don’t know that we always prioritize friendships for ourselves as homeschooling moms. Today Christy Faith and I will address the unique friendship challenges that come with being homeschooling moms and talk about ways we can make sure that we are making the healthy connections that we need. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Boo...
Sep 27, 2024•37 min•Ep. 569
How does our faith affect our homeschooling? How should it affect our homeschooling? I’m excited to dive into this topic with our guest, Christy Faith, as we discuss how connecting our faith and homeschooling transforms us and makes our homeschool journey so much better! You won't want to miss this conversation! It's a great blend of depth and humor! Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homesc...
Sep 23, 2024•41 min•Ep. 568
With the effects of a sinful culture bearing down, conversations we could put off before now need to happen at earlier ages. The question is how do we combat the culture’s lies without taking away the innocence of our children? Today Elizabeth Urbanowicz from Foundation Worldview is here to give us some ideas of what that might look like to teach our little ones about God's good design for them! We will cover questions like: Most Christian resources about gender and sexuality focus on teens. How...
Sep 20, 2024•35 min•Ep. 567
Today I'm having a lovely conversation with Sally Clarkson! If you don't know Sally, she is a faithful, older woman of God who has encouraged countless wives and moms including my daughter and myself. She has a thriving online, social media ministry, and podcast and has authored over 30 books! I hope you'll grab a cup of coffee or tea and join us! Ways to connect with Sally: Sally's Website At Home With Sally Podcast Sally's Books Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raisi...
Sep 16, 2024•49 min•Ep. 566
Many of you have questions about whether or not dating or courtship is a better option for our sons and daughters. Whether you have teens or younger kids and are thinking ahead, you may be wondering how to best guide your sons and daughters through a relationship in a God-honoring way so I’m excited that we get to talk about this today! Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurr...
Sep 13, 2024•51 min•Ep. 565
Homeschooling parents face challenges that are unique to the homeschooling journey. One of those challenges is not letting homeschooling and the kids become more important than nurturing our marriages. My husband and I just celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary. We have also homeschooled all of our kids from kindergarten to graduation and I can say our marriage is stronger because of it. Today I want to share some helpful tips that could help your marriage thrive through the seasons of homesch...
Sep 06, 2024•32 min•Ep. 564
Are you tired of feeling tired and burnt out? Are you feeling the stress coming from multiple directions? You are not alone! Today Debra Fileta, a professional counselor and homeschooling mom who loves Jesus, is here to give us some wise counsel to help care for our souls and move us toward more soul rest. You are going to love this episode! Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler Th...
Sep 02, 2024•58 min•Ep. 563
Parenting is the most important endeavor of our lives. And there's no shortage of advice on how to raise kids. But how do we sort the folly from the wisdom? Today Jill Garner cuts through modern parenting myths and trends to deliver the bold truth about what it will take to raise the next generation. Jill provides evidence-based solutions for parents seeking to raise children of character who can overcome—rather than succumb to—a culture full of turmoil. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link...
Aug 30, 2024•42 min•Ep. 562
I forgot to include the mentoring course link in the last email This is the 3D section on the topic of dealing with resistance to schoolwork in our kids! Today we are going to move from: D-uking it out with your child to---- effectively D-iagnosing the issues that cause the reluctance to D-oing something D-ifferent! Renee from Homeschool How To's is back to give us more easy-to-implement solutions to our resistant learners! Resources mentioned in this episode: homeschoolhowtos.com Link to podcas...
Aug 26, 2024•39 min•Ep. 561
Are you wondering if you are crazy? Do you feel as if you are sometimes shadowboxing with your child when you mention homeschooling, or even look like you are taking out a textbook or book? No! You are NOT crazy, you are encountering academic resistance. It is a real thing. Every homeschooling family deals with it. It is a universal struggle. I’m excited to have Renee Ellison from Homeschool How-to’s with super practical tips you can implement immediately to help overcome academic resistance in ...
Aug 23, 2024•41 min•Ep. 560
Many of us might believe that it’s impossible to raise our kids without screens, but today we are going to talk to Evan Hempen (20 years old) who has an insightful perspective that I thought was important for us to hear. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book The Four-Hour School Day Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart CTC Math Voetberg Music Acad...
Aug 19, 2024•49 min•Ep. 559
We all know that parental rights are being infringed upon more and more, but what can we do about it? This is the topic of today’s episode! My guest today is Michael Ramey from the Parental Rights Foundation. Our conversation covers: The line between parental rights and the political issues that parents should be involved in. Important parental rights regarding our children’s medical records. The biggest threats to parental rights at the moment. Which parental rights homeschooling parents should...
Aug 16, 2024•31 min•Ep. 558
Today I'm talking with Jep and Jessica Robertson from the well-known and respected Duck Dynasty family! We are chatting about their new show and how God worked in their hearts a desire to adopt and why! You won't want to miss this! Resources mentioned in this episode: The Unhurried Homeschooler Mentoring Course Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Hear...
Aug 12, 2024•30 min•Ep. 557
There are times when we get burnt out on homeschooling. Today Ashley Wiggers (Homeschooling Today) and I chat about some reasons we might be feeling this and ways to deal with them. The Unhurried Homeschooler Mentoring Course Homeschooling Today Magazine Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart The Four-Hour School Day CTC Math Voetberg Music Academy...
Aug 09, 2024•22 min•Ep. 556
In a culture fraught with fear about safety and security, where do we stand as wise women of God? Is it wrong to love safety and security? Why can it often feel elusive? What does God have to say about safety and security? Resources mentioned in this episode: The Unhurried Homeschooler Mentoring Course Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart The Fou...
Aug 05, 2024•33 min•Ep. 555
Do you find yourself wanting to hide under a rock until the elections are over? You are not alone! Today I hope to bring some clarity and wisdom to help us posture ourselves as wise women of God during this election cycle. The Unhurried Homeschooler Mentoring Course Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart The Four-Hour School Day CTC Math Voetberg M...
Aug 02, 2024•30 min•Ep. 554
Being a mom is more than a full-time job; it can be easy to let our health fall toward the bottom of our list of priorities for many reasons. Before we begin another homeschooling year, I thought it would be really wise to take this time to encourage you to take care of yourselves as wives, moms, and homeschooling moms, and provide you with some tips and practices that will help you do that! Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising ...
Jul 29, 2024•44 min•Ep. 553
As the medical system becomes more and more bureaucratic and intrusive we as parents must find healthcare providers who understand that they are not dictators, but rather partners with us in doing what is best for our children. Today we will discuss simple steps to help us in this process and ways to preserve our medical freedoms in the current medical climate. You all won't want to miss this great conversation with Dr. Wiggy! Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search b...
Jul 26, 2024•37 min•Ep. 552
Have you ever wondered if kids from large homeschooled families grow up to resent or appreciate this unconventional lifestyle? Today, Elisha and Katie Voetberg join us to discuss how their large homeschooling family background has impacted how they see and are raising their own family, the principles that they believe are worth continuing to live out, and how it's possible to stay connected to your kids in such a way that even when they are grown, they want to spend time with you. Resources ment...
Jul 22, 2024•38 min•Ep. 551
Throughout the summer I’ve been featuring various topics on the podcast that I thought could be helpful as you plan the next school year. One of the greatest benefits of homeschooling is the incredible opportunity we have to build a strong family and learning together can be one very powerful way to do that! Today Pam Barnhill is here to share why she believes that you don’t have to sacrifice relationships to homeschool strong. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search ...
Jul 19, 2024•27 min•Ep. 550
Should we let our kids do sleepovers? That’s the topic of today’s episode and one that seems to be getting a lot of attention right now, with good reason. Today my friend Angie joins me again to discuss our convictions and why we made the choices we did. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book CTC Math Voetberg Music Academy (Use discount code WI...
Jul 16, 2024•44 min•Ep. 549
As wives and moms, we get up every day and do so many things that can seem mundane or unimportant. We may look around and wonder how our actions could impact the culture for the good. Today Professor Pearcey shares many of the wonderful, statistically verifiable, benefits associated with ordering our lives and families according to God’s Word. Nancy Pearcey is the author of The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes , as well as Love Thy Body , The Soul of Science , Savi...
Jul 12, 2024•52 min•Ep. 548
Sleep for babies and children can sometimes feel elusive, but healthy sleep is also crucial for their health and development. Today I invited Jessica Bryant, a sleep strategist, to tell us about the importance of and how to encourage healthy sleep patterns in our little ones. Resources mentioned in this episode: Link to podcast episode search bar Raising Boys to Men Book Raising Boys to Men Audiobook The Unhurried Homeschooler The Unhurried Homeschooler Audio book CTC Math Voetberg Music Academy...
Jul 08, 2024•41 min•Ep. 547
I’m excited to be addressing the topic of screen time and teens! It’s sometimes challenging to navigate setting healthy boundaries with teens over screen time, so I hope today’s episode will give you the tools to work with your teen to establish lifelong healthy screen habits! Creating healthy screentime habits isn’t just about time management. As we will find out today, there is so much more to consider. The studies and data are in and something every parent should know. Resources mentioned in ...
Jul 05, 2024•42 min•Ep. 545
Moms often have questions about healthy screen time habits, so I decided to do 2 episodes on this topic. Today we will discuss healthy screen time habits for kids 0-12. In the next episode, we will cover healthy screen time habits for teens. Creating healthy screentime habits isn’t just about time management. As we will find out today, there is much more to consider. You will not want to miss this one! It's bold! Find out: Why screentime is the opposite of what a child needs Why iPads are one of...
Jul 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 546
