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180. The Best Way to Begin Your Homeschool Year That Will Keep You From Being Overwhelmed

There are some best kept "secrets" in the homeschool realm that most of us learn by trial and error. And then have to clean up the mess we made when it comes to beginning a new school year.
But I want to let you in on these today, so that you can get started with this year of home education feeling equipped and ready.
There may still be some hiccups and unexpected situations...but, that's motherhood in general. However, these few key insights I am sharing with you today will help to minimize those. As well as, give you the right outlook and perspective when challenges arise.
Grab your homeschool mom notebook and get ready to write these down. And afterwards, make the plans for your new homeschool year!
♥ Leigh
 
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179. It’s Your First Year Of Homeschool: 4 Tips I Wish I Knew From Day One

This is so exciting! You are homeschooling your children! Eek!
It's the beginning of a new way of life for your family and I just know you are feeling a mixture of excitement and a twinge of uncertainty.
Guess what? You are completely normal. We all feel like this when we start homeschooling. You're in good company.
And I promise that you'll grow in confidence over time. Taking this first step is huge, but I'm so proud of you for making the decision.
Can I share some tips with you that I wish someone told me when I was just starting out 13 years ago? My hope is that this not only encourages you, but grounds you a bit as well.
♥ Leigh
 
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178. 10 Ways to Set Up Your Daily Homeschool Schedule

Now that you are homeschooling, you're looking at how to best fill up your days. What should your schedule look like?
It can be overwhelming to look at the long to-do list and all the hopes and dreams you have for homeschool. And then be stumped on how it actually pans out in the real world of the day in and day out.
Today, I'm going to give you ten options so that you can create amazing days, which become amazing weeks, then months, and years.
Are you ready? Grab your notebook and write down the ideas that intrigue you!
♥ Leigh
 
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177. 6 Steps to Lay Down Busy and Creating the Homeschool Lifestyle Your Family Will Thrive In

It's the beginning of the homeschool year and you're finding yourself overwhelmed before you even begin. How in the world are you supposed to fit education into an already jam-packed calendar?
But there is this nagging in the back of your mind that tells you that there is more to this homeschool lifestyle than driving children to every activity under the sun.
Can I let you in on a secret? There is so much more that will lead your family to thriving than saying yes to every opportunity.
It doesn't mean those are bad things to say yes too. But you are tired of the stress, anxiety, and anger that comes from days that are too full.
I've been there. I know what it feels like. And I want to show you there is a way to lay down busy and pick up thriving.
Are you ready to be open and honest with yourself? Yes. Great! Grab a pen and paper and get ready for a way out of the stress.
♥ Leigh
 
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176. 5 Must-Haves For Your Homeschool: Find Out the Basics You Need to Get Started This Year

If you spend more than a few minutes on back to school social media posts and ads or walk past the huge section at your local store, you're starting to wonder how much this is going to cost. And maybe getting a little worried that you won't have the right stuff.
But what if it was much more simple to homeschool than you think? Well, it is! 
And today, I'm sharing 5 must-haves for your homeschool year that won't break the bank or cause any stress. I promise!
Grab that laundry that needs to be washed, hit play, and let's have a chat so that you are feeling really good about beginning this homeschool year.
♥ Leigh
 
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175. Discovering Your Purpose in Homeschool--What You Really Need to Focus On!

Sure, the curriculum, schedules, routines, supplies, and activities are good and great. But there is so much more to having your child at home than just this.
And you can have the most amazing curriculum and homeschool planner and still miss out on the true purpose of home education.
Let's break you free from it all this homeschool year and in one year from now, look back and say you had the best year ever!
Buckle up for this one, Friend, and get ready to do some heart work afterwards.
♥ Leigh
 
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174. 10 Things to Consider When Beginning a New Homeschool Year

You're just about there: beginning a brand new homeschool year. And while having your stack of curriculum is fun, there are a few things that will help you have an even better year.
Today, I'm sharing 10 things for you to consider before you begin this year of home education with your children. I've learned these all the hard way and am excited to share some insight with you in hopes that you can avoid some of my mistakes.
Grab that pen and paper to take some notes...and then the real fun begins afterwards with putting these into motion!
♥ Leigh
 
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173. A Simple and Sustainable Approach to Health and Fitness For the Homeschool Mom with Evgenia Arasim of At Nourished Motherhood

As a homeschool mom, your health and fitness probably falls pretty low on the to-do list. There is the assumption that it can wait…or that it will be done later. How is that working out for you?
Today, I had a candid and honest conversation with Evgenia Arasim of At Nourished Motherhood to discuss this exact thing. She explains the common objections and obstacles that a homeschool mom has when it comes to making health and fitness a priority. And then she covers how to overcome them!
You’ll walk away from this episode realizing that you aren’t alone and that there is a simple and sustainable way to make the changes in your health that you know would be best for you…and your family!
Pop those earbuds in and go for a walk and we’ll see to it that you feel encouraged at the end of all those steps!
♥ Leigh
 
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172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the Time

One of the reasons many of us homeschool is so that we can instill our Christian faith into our children. Oftentimes, we get busy with all that is on our to-do list, activities, and keeping up with the curriculum. And we lose that focus.
After raising children to their young adult years, I found some simple, yet very effective ways to incorporate faith into our daily lives. Today, I’m sharing these 5 tips so that you can make this a priority during these years of home education.
Let’s be intentional about passing on our faith to our children. It not only builds them up, but it will encourage your Christian walk too.
♥ Leigh
 
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171. Tired of ”Doing School at Home” and Want to Really Homeschool? Change Your Approach Today!

Are you feeling a tug in your heart to make some major changes to your homeschool? This repeating the school system in your home is just not working. Your heart is telling you it’s time to make some adjustments. But it feels so counter to all that you know about education.
I’d love to share with you four ways that you can begin to change your approach to homeschool. These will help you ditch the school at home that you’ve been doing. And then, replace it with the absolute best answer to your desire to homeschool in a way that honors your family.
Today’s episode includes a little tough love, but on the other side is freedom and a joyful approach to educating your children at home! Grab that pen and paper and let’s have a heart to heart.
♥ Leigh
 
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