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Simplify Your Life: Essentialism for Homeschooling Parents

Release Date: 01/06/2027

Setting Boundaries with Love During the Holidays

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Do you ever find yourself setting boundaries out of frustration instead of love? The holidays can make setting boundaries even more challenging. In this episode, I'll share how shifting your mindset can help you set boundaries from a place of love. You'll discover how approaching boundaries with calm, clarity, and confidence can help you reduce tension, strengthen relationships, and create more peace and connection with your family. Whether you're navigating holiday expectations, family relationships, or everyday parenting challenges, I'll help you think about boundaries in a way that supports...

Embracing Discomfort: The Secret to Building Real Confidence

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

👉 Schedule a free consultation and see how I help parents homeschool with confidence: Do you find yourself avoiding situations that make you feel uncomfortable or bring up negative emotions? Join me as I share a story filled with discomfort—and why I believe it's vital to get UNCOMFORTABLE on purpose. In this podcast episode, I share insights on how embracing discomfort can help you and your kids build confidence. As a homeschooling parent, you'll discover how the lessons I've learned can empower you to face challenges head-on and pass that strength on to your kids. Tune in and...

Free Online Painting Lessons for Kids & Homeschool Families

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Have you or your kids ever wanted to learn how to paint? Meet Brenda Mullard, a longtime art teacher who shares free online painting lessons through easy-to-follow video tutorials. Whether you're a homeschooling parent looking for art lessons for your kids or a mom who wants to explore painting for herself, Brenda's tutorials are a wonderful place to start. Ready to pick up a paintbrush? Visit the article below and scroll to the bottom of the page to find links to Brenda's free painting tutorials. Looking for more homeschooling tips, parenting resources, and support? to explore resources...

Just Start: Make a Decision and Go

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

What can an impromptu hike teach you about homeschooling, decision-making, and life? A last-minute decision turned into an experience I didn’t expect and a reminder I needed. If you tend to research, think, plan, question, and sometimes get stuck before you ever take that first step, this episode is for you. Discover how a day in the mountains turned into a lesson I want to share with you. Visit to learn more about homeschooling and schedule a free consultation. © 2018–2026 HomeSchool ThinkTank, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Homeschool Curriculum: Should You Do Every Lesson?

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Do you really need to follow your homeschool curriculum exactly as it’s written? It’s easy to start homeschooling thinking you need to complete every lesson, stay on schedule, and finish the curriculum. But curriculum is supposed to help your child learn, not become another set of rules you have to follow. In this episode, I share a different way to think about homeschool curriculum, including when to follow it, when to adapt it, and when it might be time to set it aside. If you’ve ever worried that you’re falling behind, skipping too much, or not using your curriculum the “right”...

Mastery vs. Spiral Math Curriculum: Which Is Best for Your Child?

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Did you know most math programs use one of two approaches—mastery or spiral? In this short episode, I’ll explain the difference, share examples of each, and help you think through which style might be the best fit for your child. For even more curriculum options, videos, and helpful resources, check out the companion article here: © 2018–2026 HomeSchool ThinkTank, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Do You Have What It Takes to Homeschool?

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Do you have what it takes to homeschool your kids? You may believe that homeschooling requires exceptional patience, endless creativity, or the ability to know exactly what your children need at every stage. But the qualities that help a parent homeschool successfully might not be what you expect—and you may already possess more of them than you realize. In this episode, I share what I believe it takes to homeschool your children for the long haul. We also explore some deeper questions about education, parenting, personal responsibility, and your willingness to learn and grow alongside your...

Unit Studies Explained: A Flexible Homeschool Approach

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Ever wish homeschooling could feel more connected, meaningful, and fun—for both you and your kids? In this episode, I’m sharing how the unit study method can do exactly that. Whether you’re new to homeschooling or simply looking for fresh ideas to keep your kids engaged during seasonal breaks and holidays, unit studies offer flexibility, creativity, and depth. You’ll learn how to: Choose a topic that works for your whole family Integrate subjects like math, science, history, and art Decide how long to make your unit study—and how to tell when it’s time to move on Ready for more? ...

Homeschooling Is NOT Just School at Home

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

Are you feeling frustrated with homeschooling? You’re not alone—and often the problem comes from treating homeschooling like public school at home. Homeschooling is about freedom, flexibility, and connection—not replicating the classroom. Tune in to discover how you can make homeschooling a more positive and successful experience for both you and your kids. 👉 Learn more here: © 2018–2026 HomeSchool ThinkTank, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

What Counts as a Homeschool Day? And What About Preschool?

HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast

What really counts as a homeschool day? A mom asked this question after realizing her carefully planned school year was 15 days short. But as I read her question, one small detail completely changed the way I thought about her problem: her oldest child was only in preschool. That opened the door to a much bigger conversation about what we count as “school,” what we count as learning, and whether those two things are really the same. If you’ve ever worried about getting in enough school days—or wondered what homeschooling should look like during the preschool years—this episode will...

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Feeling overwhelmed by homeschooling and life?

In this episode, I share how Greg McKeown's book, Essentialism, helped me simplify my life and focus on what truly matters. Learn practical tips to set boundaries, prioritize your time, and create a more balanced homeschool journey.

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