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225. Help! My Children Won't Cooperate With Me and Refuse To Do Their Homeschool Work

You started your homeschool journey with a Pollyanna view of it. Because why not? All those social media accounts and YouTube videos show beautiful scenes of peace...and cooperation.
And here you are with a child (or children) who have no desire to cooperate with you and are refusing to do their homeschool work.
You love your children dearly and know how amazing homeschool will be for their childhood, as well as preparing them for all the years ahead. If only they would do their work...
Put your detective hat on for this episode and get ready to do some sleuthing based upon the insights you'll learn today.
♥ Leigh
 
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224. What Year Round Homeschooling Can Look Like And How It Can Be The Answer To All Your Bad Days

You just read the word year round homeschooling and probably got a little weak in the knees. It's okay. That's a very typical response.
But what if I told you that you already homeschool year round and an adjustment in thought and your calendar can be the solution to all those bad days? It's true!
I know that the day in and day out of a homeschool mom is all encompassing and sitting down to look at a calendar isn't high on your priority list. This episode is sure to make you rethink your decision to put this off. And a little more margin, freedom, and peace is sitting on the other side of this one decision.
Grab a piece of paper to take a few notes on because this episode is jam-packed with ideas for you!
♥ Leigh
 
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223. My Journey With Alcohol And Why I Stopped Drinking And Chose Sobriety

This is definitely not my usual homeschool mom content, but I feel like today is the day to share this part of my story.
Maybe you can relate. Or maybe it will help you relate to a loved one.
I didn't subscribe to the "mommy wine culture," but I was using alcohol as a way to privately lessen the stress and frustration of motherhood. It was a part of my life here and there...until it wasn't.
♥ Leigh
 
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222. Needing Balance In Your Life? Master These 2 Times In Your Day As A Homeschool Mom

Without a plan, the day as a homeschool mom can really take a crazy turn. And then, you're looking back on the day as your climb into bed and wonder what in the world happened.
It's inevitable that things will come up throughout the day...and the night as a mom. But, it's so much easier to tackle the unexpected and the usual ups and downs with children, when you have two specific anchors to your day.
These two unique times in your day can make or break how you walk through all the other hours of your day.
Today's episode will explain when those times are and how to ground them as your anchors so that you, as the homeschool mom, can achieve the balance you are craving in your life.
Grab that pen and paper and get ready to take notes so you can put together your own plan with what you'll learn in this episode.
♥ Leigh
 
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221. 3 Life-Changing Decisions That Will Make Or Break Your Homeschool

You've decided that homeschooling is what your family will do. It's the best educational option for your children.
But the day in and day out becomes so mundane and you wonder if what you're doing really matters. And does it matter how you homeschool your children?
I'm posing 3 decisions that you make each and every day as a homeschool mom. Most likely, you haven't even thought about these. But they're there undergirding each action you take and do not take every day.
First, let's become aware of these choices and what your decisions actually are for each one. After that, your homeschool can carry on in the best possible manner for your family.
Pop those earbuds in and get ready to get to the inner core of your heart for homeschooling. 
♥ Leigh
 
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220. I Love Being With My Homeschooled Kids But The Teaching Part Makes Me Frustrated And Angry

Being a mom is the greatest part of your life. You didn't realize how much you could love and care for a child until you had one of your own.
Homeschooling promises all kinds of amazing time with your children. But then, the reality of day in and day out hits. And all of the teaching and instruction is not fun.
You actually find yourself constantly frustrated, annoyed, and even angry at your children because of the curriculum.
Is it time to quit homeschooling?
We'll unpack this tenuous subject and how you can get to the other side of these negative emotions that are keeping you in a vicious cycle. There is hope on the other side! I promise.
♥ Leigh
 
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219. Does A Homeschool Student Need To Do Every Worksheet? If Not, How Does A Mom Know They Learned Something?

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the amount of worksheets that comes with your curriculum? Or maybe your child is giving you grief and making progress difficult?
When you were in school, worksheets were how your teacher knew whether you had mastered the material. But, you're looking at homeschool and wondering if it's really that necessary.
Self-doubt creeps in and makes you wonder if it really would be okay to do away with some (or all) the worksheets. It's this tug of war that's going on inside you that I want to address today.
First, we'll answer the question as to whether you need to do every worksheet. Maybe some worksheets? Or no worksheets.
You'll leave this episode feeling more confident in your decision and with some other creative ideas to figure out if learning is really happening in your homeschool.
♥ Leigh
 
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218. All You Need to Get Back On Track With Homeschool After the Holiday Break

Your family had a great holiday break from homeschooling, but it's inevitable that the day comes to get back into the swing of things again.
Whether the first half of the homeschool year was smooth or rough, I have found that a few simple practices have always helped me start back strong in a new year. These are steps that will help you with children of any age as well as get your mind re-focused on the most important part of homeschooling.
Let's start fresh this year, with renewed energy, excitement, and most importantly, a plan on how to carry through.
♥ Leigh
 
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217. Feeling Frustrated That The Housework Never Ends? How To Get All The Chores Done Each Homeschool Day

Along with the homeschooling, there are activities to drive everyone to, appointments to keep, meals to cook, and then there is all the housework that needs to be done. And now your head is definitely spinning.
It's a lot that you have to do and keep up with every single day. And it can definitely feel overwhelming and frustrating. 
But I'm here to encourage you today! The tips I'm going to share with you today will, not only get your focus and attitude in the right place, but also will give you a few practical steps to begin today. Let's get the housework and chores done each day, so you can get on with the other things in life.
♥ Leigh
 
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216. 5 Tips To Reset Your Home, Homeschool, & Attitude To Make This The Best Year Ever!

You've made it to the other side of most of the holiday season. And now that you are looking at the beginning of a brand new year, the overwhelming thoughts of where to start creep in.
It's all about perspective and the attitude about approaching 2024. If the new year is seen as the opportunity for a fresh start, you'll be on your way to making your home and homeschool the best yet.
Today's episode has 5 tips that pack a punch and will give you the much needed guidance to get things on track in your home. Let's control the chaos and bring order to it all as you begin a new year, start winter sports and activities, and create a home that serves your family well.
♥ Leigh
 
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