How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
What if you could break the habit of yelling and create a more peaceful homeschool environment? As parents, we know that yelling isn't good for our kids. Additionally, constant yelling can damage your relationship with your children and create a stressful learning atmosphere. In this episode, I share the steps that helped me stop yelling for good. Tune in to learn practical strategies to stay calm, identify triggers, reset your mindset, and use effective communication techniques. By the end of this episode, you'll have concrete tools to foster a more harmonious...
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Why Your Connection Matters More Than Curriculum
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
In this episode, I share why your connection with your child matters more than any curriculum. As a homeschooling mom, I talk about my own homeschooling journey and the hard lessons I learned when I let curriculum take priority over my relationship with my kids. I’ll show you how focusing on connection can help prevent challenges, strengthen your bond with your children, and create a more rewarding homeschooling experience. Join me as I share practical advice and personal insights to help you understand my motto, "Connection Before Curriculum." Visit to learn more and find out how I...
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Just Start: Make a Decision and Go!
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
Have you ever found yourself missing out because you couldn't make a quick decision? In this episode, Jackie shares how making quick decisions and "just starting" can make a difference in your life. Learn more about how we serve homeschool families:
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Learning Outdoors: Nurturing Curiosity in Nature's Classroom (Resources in Link Below)
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
Learn about some of the commonalities between wildschooling and forest school.
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Wherever You Are There You Will Be
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
What happens when you realize that YOU are always there? If you've ever been in a place where you don't enjoy being with yourself, this episode is for you. Learn more about my life coaching and homeschool consulting services:
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Why Handwriting Is Important
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
In a world where children are picking up cell phones before pencils, the skill of handwriting is no longer deemed necessary by many people. Listen to this episode to learn why teaching your kids print and cursive is still important.
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What Other People Think of You
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
In a world where we're constantly bombarded with judgments and opinions, it's easy to get caught up in the web of other people's thoughts about us. But what if I told you that what other people think of you is, in fact, none of your business? Join me and explore this liberating concept of detaching from the opinions of others and embracing your authentic self. Learn more...
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Understanding Learning Styles
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
Are you familiar with the three main learning styles: visual, kinesthetic, and auditory? In this episode, we explore each style and give you practical insights to help teach your child more effectively based on their unique way of learning. Whether your child thrives through seeing, doing, or listening, this episode will equip you with valuable tools to enhance your homeschool approach. Discover more about how kids learn:
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Supporting My Daughter
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
In this episode, I share a story about how I showed up as the mom I want to be. I use this story to help you see how you do the same with your kids. I hope you'll listen and take this lesson to heart. You can learn more about how I help parents here:
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Unit Studies for Homeschoolers
HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast
Have you wondered how to homeschool your kids using a unit studies approach? In this episode, learn more about unit studies and why many families like this type of homeschooling. Get more unit study ideas here...
info_outlineAlyssa was homeschooled from birth through high school and is now a homeschooling mom of five.
We talked about her experiences as a homeschooled child and how she homeschools her kids.
In addition, Alyssa is also the founder of Your Unbusy Life and helps moms simplify their lives and destress.
Learn more about Alyssa and get the downloadable checklist here.
This episode was recorded on June 13, 2022.
p.s. We're replaying this episode because it is still helpful to homeschooling parents.