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  Ep. 138 - Elementary Homeschooling: How Much Independence Should Kids Really Have? | Smooth Days Part 2 08.10.2026 37min

  Your child did long division perfectly on Monday — so why are they staring at the same problems like they’re written in a foreign language today? In Part 2 of the Smooth Homeschool Days series, homeschool expert Christy-Faith explains what kids in 3rd through 6th grade are really ready for, how much independence they can handle, and how to raise the bar without losing the relationship.🎁 Free Resource: Sample Homeschool SchedulesWondering how much school is really enough? See what real homeschool days look like with my free sample schedules.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you’ll learn:What’s developing in the brain between ages 8 and 11 — and why abstract math can feel impossibleAttention span by age for assigned work (and the video game myth)How much independent work is realistic at ages 8–9 vs. 10–11Why skills seem to vanish overnight — and why unevenness is not regressionThe math anxiety loop: how worry freezes working memoryThe golden rule for frustrating lessons: two explanations, then stopThe 3 academic hinges of the elementary years and grade-by-grade expectationsThe correction-to-connection ratio and how to batch your correctionsSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family’s needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and mathUse code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans and SavingsResources mentioned:Smooth Homeschool Days Part 1 (Ep. 137) — The early years: pre-K to 2nd gradeHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith’s book, including the chapter on deschoolingThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly businesses and providersThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith’s membership community for homeschool moms⭐ New to homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin.Connect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to Smooth Homeschool Days Part 2 (01:01) - The Math Meltdown Every Mom Knows (01:47) - How This 4-Part Series Works (03:08) - What’s Developing in Kids Ages 8 to 11 (03:51) - Concrete Thinking: Why Worksheets Feel Harder (05:12) - Attention Span by Age for Assigned Work (06:48) - Working Memory: Why Writing It Down Helps (11:23) - The Great Myth of Independent Work (12:34) - How Much Independent Work Is Realistic by Age (13:58) - Why Skills Vanish Overnight (16:27) - The Emotional Life of Elementary Kids (18:21) - Shame, Comparison, and “Are You Mad at Me?” (21:05) - The Math Anxiety Loop (25:26) - The Golden Rule: Two Explanations, Then Stop (27:11) - The 3 Academic Hinges (29:16) - Grade-by-Grade Expectations: 3rd to 6th (32:33) - The Correction-to-Connection Ratio (33:27) - Routine and Batching Your Corrections (35:59) - Dignity Around Mistakes (36:25) - Final Thoughts: Protect the Relationship
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  Ep. 137 - How to Homeschool Pre-K to 2nd Grade Without Constant Battles | Focus, Behavior & Meltdowns | Smooth Days Part 1 01.10.2026 46min

  Is your five-year-old refusing to do their letters, or is your seven-year-old melting down over a single phonics page? In Part 1 of the Smooth Homeschool Days series, homeschool expert Christy-Faith explains why most of what looks like a behavior problem in kids ages 4 to 7 is really brain development — and how to homeschool pre-K to 2nd grade without constant battles.🎁 Free Resource: Sample Homeschool SchedulesWondering how much school is really enough? See what real homeschool days look like with my free sample schedules.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you’ll learn:Why most “behavior problems” in kids ages 4–7 are really brain developmentAttention span by age — how long young kids can really focus on assigned workWhy a 4-year-old can only hold about two pieces of information at once (and how to give instructions that stick)The “yesterday vs. today” problem — and what’s really behind itWhy young kids need to move while they learn, plus the “upside-down kid” testCo-regulation: why young kids can’t calm themselves down yetRefusal vs. meltdown — a 60-second protocol and the 3 types of meltdownsHow long to homeschool each day from pre-K to 2nd gradeSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family’s needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and mathUse code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans and SavingsResources mentioned:The Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly businesses and providersThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith’s membership community for homeschool momsCenter on the Developing Child at Harvard University — Research on executive function, including attention, working memory, and self-controlWiley Blevins — Early literacy expert and author of A Fresh Look at Phonics⭐ New to homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin.Connect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to the Smooth Homeschool Days Series (01:30) - When “Bad Behavior” Is Really Biology (03:52) - The 3 Brain Pillars Under Construction (04:25) - Attention Span by Age for Assigned Work (06:47) - Working Memory: Give One Step at a Time (09:47) - Inhibitory Control and the Yesterday vs. Today Problem (14:24) - Why Young Kids Need to Move While They Learn (19:34) - Co-Regulation: Why Kids Can’t Calm Down Alone (23:08) - The 3 Biggest Predictors of Self-Regulation (26:13) - Refusal vs. Meltdown: Know the Difference (28:02) - The 60-Second Protocol for Refusals (32:09) - The 3 Types of Meltdowns (36:19) - From Behavior Cop to Behavior Detective (41:58) - How Much School Pre-K to 2nd Grade Really Needs (44:03) - Mastery Over Exposure (44:37) - Final Thought: Grace for Your Kids and Yourself
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  Ep. 136 - Christian Marriage Advice: How to Repair, Reconnect & Grow Together // Debra Fileta 24.09.2026 1h 2min

  Why do so many Christian marriages struggle even when both spouses truly love each other? Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with licensed professional counselor Debra Fileta to talk about her new book, Relationship Skills, and the four seasons every marriage passes through. Healthy marriages aren't found — they're built.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why Christian marriages struggle from a lack of skill, not a lack of loveThe difference between a difficult, dysfunctional, and toxic relationship — and when to get professional helpThe four seasons of marriage: spring, summer, fall, and winterWhy the goal of Christian marriage isn't just longevity — it's transformationHow to change old patterns by starting with what you bring to the tableThe 90-second hack for building emotional intimacy in marriageHow to apologize to your spouse in 3 steps: own it, validate, and share your plan for changeWhy marriage repair after conflict can make you stronger — and why there's hope even in winterSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and mathUse code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Relationship Skills by Debra Fileta — Debra's newest book on the four seasons of relationshipsPeople Skills by Debra Fileta — a great relationship-skills book for homeschool familiesRelationship Skills Quiz — free quiz to find which skills your relationship needs in this seasonTalk To Me: The Debra Fileta PodcastDebra Fileta Counselors Network — faith-forward, clinically trained counselorsThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providersThrive Homeschool CommunityAbout our guest:Debra Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of ten books, including RESET, Soul Care, and her newest book, Relationship Skills. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me, where she facilitates on-air, authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders.👉 DebraFileta.com👉 @DebraFileta on InstagramConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (01:07) - Why the Church Is Ready to Talk About Mental Health (03:00) - Healthy Marriages Aren't Found, They're Built (05:13) - Difficult vs. Toxic Relationships: An Important Disclaimer (08:34) - Is He a Narcissist? When to Get Professional Help (11:03) - The Four Seasons of Marriage (15:44) - What Does God Want for Our Marriages? (23:38) - Spring: Planting New Seeds in Your Marriage (26:55) - Why Change Starts With You (29:03) - Summer: The Emotional Intimacy Gap (31:08) - The 90-Second Connection Hack (37:08) - Fall: Vulnerability and What Not to Hide From Your Spouse (42:03) - Rupture and Repair After Conflict (43:18) - How to Apologize to Your Spouse in 3 Steps (47:50) - Why Repair Is God's Heart for Relationships (54:05) - Winter: There Is Hope for a Cold Marriage (59:17) - Resources From Debra Fileta
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  Ep. 135 - What Every Homeschool Dad Needs to Know // Dr. Joe O’Tool 17.09.2026 1h 7min

  What is a homeschool dad actually supposed to do when his wife is the one teaching? Most homeschool content is written for moms, so dads are left guessing — supportive, but unsure where they fit. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with Dr. Joe O'Tool, a board-certified functional neurologist and second-generation homeschooler, to answer the question directly: what every homeschool dad needs to know.🎁 Free Resource: The New Homeschooler's RoadmapYour free step-by-step companion to this whole journey — all 8 steps, all the links, plus episode playlists organized by your biggest worries. Save it to your desktop — it's your command center.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:What the dad's role in homeschooling actually is when mom is the primary teacherWhy the best homeschool dads lead without micromanaging the day-to-dayWhat to say to your wife when she has taught the same concept five times and hit a wallWhy a dad's criticism is usually fear talking — and what to do with that fearThe one action step Dr. Joe gives every nervous homeschool dadWhy deschooling matters just as much for dads as it does for momsThe skill that predicts academic success better than intelligence doesHow to explain your family's homeschooling to coworkers and friends without apologizingSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:The Stinks — Dr. Joe O'Tool's children's book about getting outside and getting the stink offLifestream Clinic — Dr. Joe's functional neurology practice in Ankeny, IowaHomeschool Iowa — the state organization Dr. Joe serves on the board ofHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book, including the chapter on deschoolingRange: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein — the book Dr. Joe references on struggle and long-term learningThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool CommunityAbout our guest:Dr. Joe O'Tool is a board-certified functional neurologist practicing in Ankeny, Iowa, where he works daily with children facing learning, behavior, and development concerns, and with patients experiencing concussion, vertigo, brain fog, and dizziness. He is a second-generation homeschooler who grew up in a family of nine children, and he and his wife, Angie, homeschool their own kids today. He serves on the board of Homeschool Iowa and is the author of the children's book The Stinks. His personal motto is: "Step Up. Change Lives. Inspire Hope."👉 lifestreamclinic.com👉 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedInConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (02:03) - Meet Dr. Joe O’Tool (04:21) - Why His Parents Homeschooled Before It Was Legal (07:42) - What Homeschooling Did for the Sibling Relationships (09:20) - The Dad’s Role When Mom Is the Teacher (10:54) - There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Homeschool Rhythm (14:55) - Speaking to the Dad Who’s Afraid They’re Behind (18:39) - What His High School Actually Looked Like (22:52) - Trade-Offs, Gap Years, and Missing Out (30:05) - When Mom Is at Her Wits’ End (33:33) - Dad as Vision Caster, Not Micromanager (36:14) - When Dad Is Looking Over Her Shoulder (41:37) - The One Action Step for Every Homeschool Dad (44:21) - The Skill That Predicts Success Better Than Grades (45:34) - Stop Teaching Kids to Find the Right Answer (52:44) - For the Dad Who Feels on the Outside (53:48) - Know Your Wife, Not the Curriculum (58:52) - For the Dad Who Feels Like the Only One (01:04:04) - The Stinks and What’s Next for Dr. Joe
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  Ep. 134 - Homeschool to Military: Enlistment, ROTC & Service Academies with Natalie Mack (Part 4 of 4) 10.09.2026 57min

  Can homeschool graduates actually join the military — and is enlisting the only way in? Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with Natalie Mack, M.Ed., a homeschool consultant, TEDx speaker, and retired military spouse with more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, to map every pathway to service. Enlistment, ROTC, service academies, military colleges, the Guard and Reserves — plus the tier rule that quietly decided how homeschoolers were treated for years.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:The five military pathways open to homeschool graduates, not just enlistmentWhy homeschool graduates are now tier one — and what to do if a recruiter says otherwiseWhat the ASVAB actually measures, and why it isn't only for future service membersHow the free ASVAB Career Exploration Program works for any student in 10th grade and upThe option that keeps your student's test scores out of a recruiter's handsHow ROTC scholarships work, and the service obligation that can come with themWhat a service academy application really demands, and why you start before ninth gradeWhy applying early decision can quietly disqualify a service academy candidateSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50True North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get StartedSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:March to Success — free ASVAB prep from the U.S. Army: march2success.comNatalie Mack's website: natalie-mack.comHigh School Decisions Bootcamp — use code CHRISTY for a listener discount: natalie-mack.com/high-school-decisions-bootcampNatalie's homeschool courses and masterclasses: natalie-mack.com/masterclass101 Tips for Homeschoolers — Natalie's book: Get the book on AmazonThe Impact of Homeschooling — Natalie's TEDx talk: Watch the TEDx talkThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thrive⭐ This is Part 4, the final episode of a 4-part series with Natalie Mack on homeschooling high school.Part 1 — How to Homeschool High School With ConfidencePart 2 — Can Homeschoolers Play College Sports? NCAA Eligibility ExplainedPart 3 — How to Prepare Your Homeschooler for CollegePart 4 — Homeschool to Military (this episode)About our guest:Natalie Mack, M.Ed. is the founder of Homeschool Natalie Mack, and a homeschool consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of 101 Tips for Homeschoolers. With more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, she helps families confidently navigate high school, transcripts, college admissions, military service, and other postsecondary pathways. Natalie is passionate about equipping parents with practical guidance so they can make informed decisions.👉 natalie-mack.com👉 Instagram: @homeschoolnataliemack👉 TikTok: @homeschoolnataliemack👉 Facebook: Homeschool Natalie Mack👉 YouTube: @homeschoolnataliemackConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (01:14) - The Series So Far (02:25) - Meet Natalie Mack (04:45) - A Military Family (10:36) - Not a Fallback Option (11:28) - The Five Pathways (12:32) - Service Academies (13:41) - Military Colleges (14:56) - Guard and Reserves (21:06) - Can Homeschoolers Enlist? (23:21) - Tier One Explained (25:59) - Documentation and Transcripts (28:50) - What Is the ASVAB? (31:16) - The Free Career Test (34:11) - Keeping Scores Private (41:00) - ROTC Scholarships (43:33) - Service Academy Prep (47:17) - Don't Bet on One School (51:57) - Asking Better Questions (54:21) - Where to Find Natalie
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  Ep. 133 - How to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College (Part 3 of 4) // Natalie Mack 03.09.2026 55min

  How do you prepare a homeschooler for college — and do you have to do the traditional four years to get there? Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with Natalie Mack, M.Ed., a homeschool consultant and TEDx speaker with more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, to walk through every college-bound pathway open to homeschool families. Dual enrollment, community college, dual degree programs, and the traditional four-year route — plus the transfer trap that quietly costs families thousands.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:The four college-bound pathways available to homeschool families, laid out side by sideWhen community college during high school is a smart move — and when it isn'tHow dual enrollment works, and why one semester course can equal a full high school yearWhy some dual credit classes never transfer, and the residency requirement behind itThe exact question to ask a college registrar before your teen enrolls in anythingWhat dual degree programs are, and which students they actually fitHow the college application process differs for homeschool students (and how much it doesn't)Why colleges actively recruit homeschool students for the skills they bringSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Natalie Mack's website — home of her free downloadable extracurricular activity resume for tracking leadership, service, and volunteer work: natalie-mack.comHigh School Decisions Bootcamp — use code CHRISTY for a listener discount: natalie-mack.com/high-school-decisions-bootcampNatalie's homeschool courses and masterclasses: natalie-mack.com/masterclass101 Tips for Homeschoolers — Natalie's book: Get the book on AmazonThe Impact of Homeschooling — Natalie's TEDx talk: Watch the TEDx talkThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thrive⭐ This is Part 3 of a 4-part series with Natalie Mack on homeschooling high school.Part 1 — How to Homeschool High School With ConfidencePart 2 — Can Homeschoolers Play College Sports? NCAA Eligibility ExplainedPart 3 — How to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College (this episode)Part 4 — From homeschool to military service: enlistment, ROTC, and service academiesAbout our guest:Natalie Mack, M.Ed. is the founder of Homeschool Natalie Mack, and a homeschool consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of 101 Tips for Homeschoolers. With more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, she helps families confidently navigate high school, transcripts, college admissions, military service, and other postsecondary pathways. Natalie is passionate about equipping parents with practical guidance so they can make informed decisions.👉 natalie-mack.com👉 Instagram: @homeschoolnataliemack👉 TikTok: @homeschoolnataliemack👉 Facebook: Homeschool Natalie Mack👉 YouTube: @homeschoolnataliemackConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction and Where We Are in the Series (01:14) - Meet Natalie Mack (03:06) - Demystifying Homeschooling High School (04:39) - You're Not Neglecting Them — You're Supporting Them (05:14) - Should Homeschoolers Use Community College? (06:19) - Lower Stakes, Lower Cost, Real College Experience (07:32) - When Community College Isn't the Right Fit (08:30) - How Dual Enrollment Actually Works (09:04) - One Semester Course Equals One Full High School Year (13:10) - The College-Bound Pathways, Laid Out (14:22) - What Dual Degree Programs Are (15:20) - Why Families Are Rethinking the Four-Year Price Tag (19:38) - The Dual Credit Transfer Trap (20:42) - Residency Requirements and Why Colleges Protect Their Brand (21:46) - How to Find Out What Actually Transfers (23:00) - Getting Buy-In From Your Student (24:34) - When Pushback Is Really Overwhelm (30:16) - Building Confidence and a Love of Learning (31:34) - Should Your Teen Sit In on the Consultation? (34:28) - The Shift From Teacher to Facilitator (36:49) - Why the Mental Health Piece Matters in High School (43:38) - The Traditional Four-Year Application Process (45:15) - Transcripts, Activity Resumes, and the Common App (46:14) - Wearing Two Hats: Mom and Guidance Counselor (48:48) - Why Colleges Actively Recruit Homeschool Students (51:21) - Skills, Character, and What Employers Want Now (52:29) - Don't Apologize for Homeschooling (53:35) - Where to Find Natalie Mack
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  Ep. 132 - Can Homeschoolers Play College Sports? NCAA Eligibility Explained (Part 2 of 4) // Natalie Mack 27.08.2026 58min

  Can homeschoolers actually play college sports? If your athlete has ever said "I want to play in college," there is a separate process running alongside college admissions that most homeschool families never hear about until it's too late. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with Natalie Mack, M.Ed., to walk through exactly how NCAA eligibility works when you're the one wearing the guidance counselor hat.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Whether homeschool students can compete in NCAA athletics just like traditionally schooled studentsWhere to find the NCAA Eligibility Center's homeschool toolkit and why it's the document to followHow the 16 core courses and the 10/7 rule actually workWhat a Core Course Worksheet (CCW) is and when a parent has to fill one outWhen the eligibility clock starts and why 9th grade is already late to begin planningHow dual enrollment, co-op classes, and online courses count toward eligibilityThe real difference between Division 1, Division 2, and Division 3 requirementsThe most common mistakes that quietly create eligibility problems for homeschool athletesSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Natalie Mack's website — free high school planning checklist for grades 9–12, the high school decisions workshop, and her homeschool coursesHigh School Decisions Bootcamp — use code CHRISTY for a listener discountNatalie's homeschool courses — cross-cultural American literature and model diplomacy global affairs simulation101 Tips for Homeschoolers — Natalie's bookThe Impact of Homeschooling — Natalie's TEDx talkThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thrive⭐ This is Part 2 of a 4-part series with Natalie Mack on homeschooling high school.Part 1 — How to Homeschool High School With ConfidencePart 3 — the college-bound path, including community college and dual enrollmentPart 4 — from homeschool to military service: enlistment, ROTC, and service academiesAbout our guest:Natalie Mack, M.Ed., is the founder of Homeschool Natalie Mack, and a homeschool consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of 101 Tips for Homeschoolers. With more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, she helps families confidently navigate high school, transcripts, college admissions, military service, and other postsecondary pathways. Natalie is passionate about equipping parents with practical guidance so they can make informed decisions.👉 natalie-mack.comConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction and why this series got split into four episodes (02:30) - Natalie's daughter and the road to Division 1 soccer (06:16) - Can homeschoolers compete in NCAA athletics? (09:20) - The NCAA Eligibility Center and the homeschool toolkit (10:55) - The 16 core courses and the 10/7 rule (12:28) - Core Course Worksheets for parent-taught classes (16:46) - When the clock starts: planning before 9th grade (19:24) - What athletic scholarship money really looks like (20:59) - Division 1 vs. Division 2 vs. Division 3 (22:33) - What the NCAA counts as a homeschool course (24:54) - The mistakes that create eligibility problems (28:37) - "Why not just send them to brick-and-mortar?" (33:28) - Dual enrollment, co-ops, and outside instructors (38:52) - What to do while your student is still in middle school (41:06) - The broken leg question every family should ask (43:26) - When a kid's identity gets wrapped up in performance (50:46) - Why one thing should never be everything (53:24) - What's coming next in the series and how to find Natalie
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  Ep. 131 - How to Homeschool High School With Confidence (Part 1 of 4) // Natalie Mack 20.08.2026 52min

  Your student is heading into ninth grade and suddenly everything feels like it counts. Credits, transcripts, graduation requirements, college, and a hundred decisions you're not sure you're qualified to make. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with Natalie Mack, M.Ed., to answer the question that keeps homeschool moms up at night: how do you homeschool high school without living in a pressure cooker?This is Part 1 of a four-part high school series.🎁 Free Resource: Sample Homeschool SchedulesSee how real homeschool families actually structure their days — then take what works and leave the rest.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:What actually changes when you move from homeschooling middle school into high schoolWhy Natalie calls high school a blank canvas — and why there's no single right way through itThe five core subject areas that build a sound high school foundationHow many credits a homeschool high schooler needs each year, and what a credit really representsWhy every student needs a homeschool transcript — even the ones who say they're not going to collegeWhen to start the transcript and why it stays a draft document for yearsHow to set your own graduation requirements and where state law comes into itThe biggest mistake homeschool parents make in high school planning — and how fear drives itThe truth about the all-AP myth, straight from a College Board parent advisory council memberHow to choose between dual enrollment, AP, CLEP, and online classes using four fit filtersThe dual credit mistake that costs families real money when credits don't transferSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Natalie Mack's website — free high school planning checklist for grades 9–12, the high school decisions workshop, and her homeschool courses: natalie-mack.comHigh School Decisions Bootcamp — use code CHRISTY for a listener discount: High School Decisions BootcampNatalie's homeschool courses — cross-cultural American literature and model diplomacy global affairs simulation: Natalie's Courses101 Tips for Homeschoolers — Natalie's book: 101 Tips for HomeschoolersThe Impact of Homeschooling — Natalie's TEDx talk: Watch the TEDx talkThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveAbout our guest:Natalie Mack, M.Ed., is the founder of Homeschool Natalie Mack, and a homeschool consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of 101 Tips for Homeschoolers. With more than 23 years of homeschooling experience, she helps families confidently navigate high school, transcripts, college admissions, military service, and other postsecondary pathways. Natalie is passionate about equipping parents with practical guidance so they can make informed decisions.👉 natalie-mack.comConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Meet Natalie Mack (02:15) - What's Coming in This 4-Part Series (05:30) - Natalie's Five Kids and Their Different Paths (09:20) - What Actually Changes in High School (10:30) - High School Is a Blank Canvas (16:33) - Why 14-Year-Olds Shouldn't Have to Decide Forever (18:25) - Homeschooling Is the Flex (21:00) - Trust the Process and Calm It Down (26:00) - Credits, Transcripts, and the Five Core Subjects (28:00) - How Many Credits Per Year (29:30) - Why Every Student Needs a Transcript (31:20) - Graduation Requirements and the Diploma (36:55) - The Biggest Mistake: Planning From Fear (40:15) - Dual Enrollment, AP, CLEP, or Online (43:00) - The Dual Credit Transfer Trap (45:25) - How Early Should Families Start Planning? (49:05) - Where to Find Natalie Mack
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  Ep. 130 - 7 Homeschool Systems That Make Your School Year Run Smoother (Part 2 of 2) 13.08.2026 32min

  It's 8 AM on the first day of school — pencils sharpened, kids ready — and the website won't load, a password is wrong, and the whole morning unravels before it starts. In Part 2 of How to Set Up Your Homeschool Year, homeschool expert Christy-Faith — author of Homeschool Rising with over 20 years of experience in education — moves from mindset to the nuts and bolts: the 7 systems she sets up every summer so her homeschool runs at a clip instead of starting in overwhelm.🎁 Free Resource: Sample Homeschool SchedulesCurious what other homeschool moms' schedules actually look like? Grab free sample schedules by age and stage — Christy-Faith's own included.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why the worst time to teach a new chore system is September — and when to train it insteadHow a simple printed schedule lowers your kids' stress hormones (clinicians have measured it)Why you don't need a dedicated schoolroom — and the "everything has a home" rule that keeps your house tidyThe unglamorous tech-and-passwords setup that saves your first day of schoolHow to teach kids exactly what to do when mom gets pulled away mid-lessonThe prep work Christy-Faith does every summer before she opens a single curriculumHow to layer subjects in slowly so the year starts calm instead of like a tidal waveSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Get 50% Off (Homeschool Discount)👉 Start Your Free TrialLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and mathUse code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentTrue North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get StartedSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Free Sample Homeschool Schedules — by age and stage: christy-faith.com/download-free-sample-homeschool-schedulesHow to Set Up Your Homeschool Year (Part 1) — start here first: Listen to Part 1Homeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book (deschooling chapter): Homeschool RisingThe Christy-Faith List — find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to Part 2 — Building Your Year by Hand (01:31) - What This Show Is About (02:41) - System 1: Retrain Chores in the Summer (05:01) - System 2: The Printed Schedule (A Security Blanket for Kids) (11:46) - System 3: Give Everything a Home (You Don't Need a Schoolroom) (15:59) - System 4: Set Up Tech & Passwords Before Day One (20:38) - System 5: Teach the Plan for When Mom's in the Weeds (23:52) - System 6: Do Your Own Homework First (27:10) - System 7: Layer Your Subjects in Slowly (31:44) - The 7 Systems, Recapped
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  Ep. 129 - How to Set Up Your Homeschool Year: The Episode I Needed a Decade Ago (Part 1 of 2) 06.08.2026 28min

  You planned the perfect first week — and by day three it was already falling apart. What actually torches the start of a homeschool year has nothing to do with school supplies, curriculum, or the color-coded spreadsheet you built in July. It's your expectations. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith, an education and parenting expert with over 20 years of experience, walks through the seven mindset shifts that make setting up your homeschool year sustainable instead of soul-crushing.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why everything is hard at the beginning — even in year 15 — and the three-things rule that keeps week one from burying youWhy the first weeks of school are the worst possible time to teach brand-new contentHow to prep before day one so your kids aren't learning new systems and new material at the same timeWhy your July and August plan is supposed to fall apart — and the documented brain glitch behind itHow much margin to build into every single slot in your homeschool scheduleWhy there's no "teacher hat" to put on, and what changes when you teach as yourselfWhy you were always the variable, not the curriculum boxWhy that bone-deep week-one exhaustion is proof your brain is doing hard, honest workSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math✔ Use code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Free Sample Homeschool Schedules — Christy-Faith's real schedules for every age and stage, PK through 12th: Get the SchedulesFree Curriculum Recommendations — The vetted list, by subject, with zero paid placements: Free DownloadNew to Homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to beginThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: Learn MoreConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - The Day That Fell Apart (02:07) - Why I Threw the First Draft in the Trash (03:41) - Expectations vs. Systems — What Part 1 Covers (05:20) - Mindset 1: Everything Is Hard at the Beginning (06:11) - The Three-Things Rule (07:36) - Mindset 2: The Worst Possible Time to Teach New Content (09:20) - Start Prepping Before Day One (12:51) - Mindset 3: Your July Plan Is Supposed to Fall Apart (13:35) - The Planning Fallacy (14:55) - Why Every Schedule Needs Margin (15:46) - Mindset 4: There Are No Hats (17:00) - Mindset 5: You Were Always the Variable, Not the Box (19:40) - Mindset 6: Go Easy on Your Kids Too (24:04) - Mindset 7: Why Week One Levels You (25:47) - Your Expectations Weigh More Than Your Curriculum (27:01) - The Recap — and What’s Coming in Part 2
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  Ep. 128 - How to Stop Second-Guessing Your Homeschool Decisions 30.07.2026 1h 22min

  You've researched the curriculum, built the schedule, and made the plan — so why do you still lie awake wondering if you're doing enough? In this rare, behind-the-scenes episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with the mentors of Thrive Homeschool Community to talk about why even devoted homeschool moms keep second-guessing their decisions — and how to finally trust that you're the right one to make the call for your kids.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:The three questions that keep homeschool moms up at night: "Am I doing enough? Am I doing too much? Are these the right things?"Why more information hasn't made homeschooling easier — and how too many "experts" fuel the second-guessingWhere real homeschool confidence actually comes from (hint: it's not a perfect curriculum)What the Accelerator group is and how it walks new members through Christy-Faith's core frameworksWhy "Finding Your Why" becomes the North Star for every curriculum and scheduling decisionHow office hours, DMs, and mentor support give you an objective second set of eyes — not more forum noiseWhy competence breeds confidence — and why every family's homeschool plan should look differentWhat makes a values-aligned support community different from a free Facebook groupSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial · Get 50% Off for Homeschool FamiliesLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Thrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith's training and support community for homeschool moms: christy-faith.com/thriveThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction: A Rare Look Inside Thrive (01:35) - Meet the Thrive Mentors (06:06) - Why Every Homeschool Mom Needs a Guide (09:51) - Too Much Information, Too Many “Experts” (13:24) - “Yes, I Can Do This”: Where Confidence Comes From (16:58) - Inside the Accelerator Group (36:21) - A Guided Community vs. a Facebook Group (38:42) - The Fears That Keep Moms Up at Night (46:15) - Finding Your Why: Your Homeschool North Star (48:43) - Why Every Homeschool Plan Looks Different (01:00:04) - Homeschool as a Lifestyle, Not a Classroom (01:02:35) - Learning to Trust Your Own Decisions (01:08:30) - Why Thrive Is a Paid Community (01:16:05) - Investing in Yourself as a Homeschool Mom
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  Ep. 127 - Benefits of Reading Aloud to Kids - Even After They Can Read 23.07.2026 31min

  Should you still be reading aloud to your kids after they can read on their own? It turns out this is one of the most settled questions in all of education — and the answer has been sitting in a government report since 1985. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith walks through what the research actually says about reading aloud to kids, why it never expires, and why the book on your couch may outrank half of what's on your lesson plan.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why reading aloud to kids is called the single most important activity for building a readerWhat the million word gap study found about read-alouds before kindergartenWhy the rare words in books almost never show up in everyday conversationWhat MRI scans revealed about a child's brain during a read-aloudHow animated screens do the imagining that a book leaves to your childWhy reading aloud to older kids does NOT make them lazy readersThe difference between constrained and unconstrained reading skillsWhat kids themselves say they want most from being read toSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial — or purchase with the homeschool discountLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math✔ Use code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Free Quote of the Week Notecard — the Emilie Buchwald quote from this episode, ready to printMy Curriculum Recommendations — the free list, by subjectAll of Christy-Faith's free homeschool resourcesThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providersThrive Homeschool CommunityHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's bookRelated episodes:Ep. 107 — How to Reduce Screen Time for KidsEp. 61 — Are Schools Killing a Love of Learning?Ep. 92 — Behind the Screen (Part 1/6) — the start of Christy-Faith's vulnerability series⭐ New to Homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin.Connect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Should You Be Reading Aloud to Your Kids? (01:53) - Welcome + Why This Episode (02:50) - When Reading Aloud Feels Like a Chore (04:03) - How Story Time Became “Literacy” (06:55) - Am I Doing Enough? (07:35) - The Million Word Gap (08:47) - Why Book Words Beat Everyday Words (12:37) - Inside Your Child's Brain During a Read-Aloud (13:57) - What Screens Do Instead (14:54) - “My Kid Can Read Now — Can I Stop?” (16:22) - Constrained vs. Unconstrained Skills (17:14) - Lifting Big Kids to a Higher Ledge (18:01) - Beowulf and the Seventh-Grade Reading Circle (19:49) - Why Kids Love Being Read To (22:39) - What Kids Say They Want Most (23:52) - Family Read-Alouds (24:35) - Start Tonight — Even Five Minutes (27:15) - Reading Is Worth It (28:05) - The Quote and the Free Notecard
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  Ep. 126 - How to Homeschool a Child Who Won’t Sit Still 16.07.2026 35min

  You've said "sit down, please" about twenty thousand times this week — and it's starting to feel personal. It isn't. Homeschool expert Christy-Faith unpacks what's actually happening in your child's brain, why the wiggling may be how the learning gets in, and the small shifts that make the morning stop being a fight.🎁 Free Resource: 20 Questions to Kickstart Your Deschooling AdventureTwenty honest questions that help you spot the school-shaped rules you're still carrying — so you can put them down, one at a time.👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:The attention-span rule of thumb every homeschool mom should know — a few minutes per year of age on a grown-up-chosen taskWhy a 45-minute lesson is quietly asking your six-year-old to hold on three times longer than they canThe three expectations strangling your homeschool mornings — and permission to put all three downWhat 54 studies and nearly 30,000 kids revealed about movement and learningHow to shorten and split lessons without falling behindWhy doing the hard subjects first changes the whole back half of your dayHow to rescue your read-alouds — a still body was never the pointLoop scheduling and trimming your list so a lighter day actually gets finishedHow to build the focus muscle one minute at a timeHow to tell the difference between a kid being a kid and something worth investigatingSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ My favorite online math program — a real teacher walks them through every lesson✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% Off for Homeschool FamiliesSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:20 Questions to Kickstart Your Deschooling Adventure — Spot the school-shaped rules you're still carryingSample Homeschool Schedules — Real, doable rhythms you can borrow, including loop schedulesQuote of the Week Notecard — A free printable of this episode's quoteHomeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book, including the chapter on deschoolingThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: Get on the waitlistAll of Christy-Faith's free resourcesRelated episodes:Ep. 82 — How Long Should a Homeschool Day Really Be?Ep. 64 — Overwhelmed by Homeschooling? How to Make It Manageable⭐ New to Homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin.Connect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - The "Sit Down, Please" Morning (04:16) - Expectation One: What Focus Actually Looks Like (05:40) - Expectation Two: Redefining What "Done" Means (06:35) - Expectation Three: The Wiggling Isn’t Disrespect (07:50) - Shorten and Split the Lesson (09:00) - What Deschooling Actually Means (14:10) - Let Them Move on Purpose: 54 Studies, 30,000 Kids (15:30) - Do the Hard Things First (16:45) - Rescuing Your Read-Alouds (20:51) - Trim Your List and Loop Your Subjects (22:06) - Build the Focus Muscle Slowly (23:00) - Check the Inputs Before You Worry (27:30) - Is My Kid Normal, or Is Something Deeper Going On? (31:55) - Where We Started, Where We Landed
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  Ep. 125 - How to Homeschool Without a Co-Op and Still Find Community | Throwback Thursday 09.07.2026 27min

  Homeschooling can feel wonderful and lonely at the very same time — especially when there's no co-op nearby, or the ones around you just don't fit. Here's the good news: real community is absolutely possible without one. In this Throwback Thursday favorite, homeschool expert Christy-Faith busts the socialization myth and shares 8 natural ways to find your people, whether you're an extrovert or a shy park-bench introvert.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendationsIn this episode, you'll learn:Why homeschooling without a co-op does NOT mean your kids are missing outThe truth about homeschool socialization — and why school-style socializing was never the gold standard8 natural ways to build real community: faith groups, volunteering, playgroups, libraries, museums, neighbors, and moreHow everyday errands and conversations grow your child's emotional intelligence and confidenceSimple scripts to break the ice with new homeschool families — even if you're shyWhy the depth of your friendships matters far more than the number3 doable action steps to start finding your people this weekSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial  •  Get 50% Off for Homeschool FamiliesLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real, long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment (use code HOME50)True North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get StartedSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Homeschool Rising — Christy-Faith's book; see Chapter 7 for the healthy-socialization checklistHow to Find the Best Homeschool Co-Op (And When to Walk Away)The Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (00:22) - Homeschooling Without a Co-Op Can Feel Lonely (You're Not Alone) (01:17) - The Pressure to Justify Your Homeschool (03:20) - The Socialization Myth, Busted (04:17) - Depth Over Numbers: Real-World Socialization (10:10) - Faith Communities & Starting a Small Group (11:16) - Volunteering & Playgroups (12:52) - Breaking the Ice at the Park (13:50) - Libraries & Community Hubs (16:18) - Museums, Science Centers & Your Neighbors (17:57) - Clubs, Sports & Built-In Activities (23:49) - Finding Your People Takes Time (25:31) - 3 Action Steps to Take This Week (27:01) - You Can Thrive Without a Co-Op
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  Ep. 124 - The Homeschool Boy Episode Every Mom Needs | Remembering Durenda Wilson 02.07.2026 55min

  If you're raising boys, you already know they don't always learn the way school expects them to — and that can leave you wondering if something is wrong. In this throwback episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with the beloved Durenda Wilson to talk about how boys actually learn and how to raise them into capable, confident men. We're revisiting this conversation in loving memory of Durenda.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why boys often learn differently than girls — and what the brain research actually showsHow to let go of rigid scope-and-sequence without feeling like you're falling behindWhy movement, energy, and hands-on learning matter so much for boysHow to raise self-directed sons who take ownership of their own learningThe relationship-first approach that keeps boys from burning out on schoolHow to protect connection while still teaching resilience and hard thingsWhy sibling conflict is actually training ground for real lifeHow to homeschool with the long game in mind — raising capable, confident menSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial  |  👉 Get 50% OffSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Durenda Wilson — her books and podcast: durendawilson.comThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveAbout our guest:Durenda Wilson was a homeschooling author, speaker, and podcaster with more than 30 years of home education experience. A mom of eight — seven graduated — and grandmother of ten, she was a trusted voice at homeschooling conventions and the host of The Durenda Wilson Podcast. Her books include The Four Hour School Day, The Unhurried Homeschooler, and Unhurried Grace for a Mom's Heart. Durenda passed away recently, and this throwback is shared in loving memory of her.👉 durendawilson.comConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction & Remembering Durenda Wilson (01:34) - Meet Durenda Wilson & Her Heart for Boys (03:48) - Why Boys Need a Different Approach (06:36) - How Boys Actually Learn (13:25) - Ditching Rigid Scope & Sequence (16:32) - Raising Self-Directed, Resilient Sons (21:13) - Raising Boys Who Become Capable Men (24:15) - Relationship Over Busywork (34:27) - Homeschooling with Long-Term Vision (40:11) - Modeling a Balanced Life (48:34) - Sibling Relationships as Training Ground (54:14) - Final Encouragement
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  Ep. 123 - Homeschool Hot Takes: Unschooling, Curriculum Overload, and Starting Later | Live Q&A 25.06.2026 45min

  Is unschooling going too far — or is it exactly right? In this live Q&A from the Summer Homeschool Help Desk series, homeschool expert Christy-Faith pulls no punches on unschooling's real risks, curriculum overload, whether it's too late to start in high school, and what it actually takes to raise a well-educated child at home.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendationsIn this episode, you'll learn:Why Christy-Faith believes pure unschooling carries real risks — and what she calls educational neglectThe difference between unschooling, deschooling, and interest-led learningHow to use BJU Press without doing every single thing in the curriculumWhether it's too late to start homeschooling in middle or high school (spoiler: it's not)How working moms and single moms can realistically homeschoolWhat to do when your child can't spell and it's affecting their confidenceHow to source curriculum so it doesn't require you sitting next to your kid every secondReal questions from real homeschool moms in the Summer Homeschool Help DeskSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial | Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:How to Homeschool Guide — free 23-page ebook for anyone considering or just starting homeschool5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — free quiz to discover your homeschool style in under 5 minutesFree Curriculum Recommendations — Christy-Faith's curated list by subject, no paid placementsThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith's membership community for homeschool momsThe Christy-Faith List — free directory of homeschool-friendly businesses and providersConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to the Summer Homeschool Help Desk (02:00) - Christy's Free Resources for Homeschool Moms (06:45) - Spelling Struggles and Older Students (11:35) - Curriculum Overload: How Much Is Too Much? (18:00) - Is It Too Late to Pull My Kids Out of School? (19:45) - Homeschooling While Working or in School Yourself (28:45) - Christy's Hot Take on Unschooling (36:15) - Single Moms, Working Moms, and Thrive (38:40) - You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone
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  Ep. 122 - Working Moms, Curriculum Choices, and Homeschool Structure | Live Q&A 18.06.2026 37min

  You've been up at midnight Googling curriculum, schedule templates, and whether you're doing enough. That stops here. In this Summer Homeschool Help Desk Live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith — author of Homeschool Rising and a homeschooling mom of four who also works full time — answers real questions from real moms on curriculum choices, daily structure, living books, reading gaps, toddlers underfoot, and how to stop doing it all yourself.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendationsIn this episode, you'll learn:How working moms make homeschooling work — and why "sourcing" is the real secretHow to choose curriculum strategically so you're not teaching every subject yourselfWhy kids need structure (backed by 70 years of child psychology research) and what it actually looks likeHow to handle naysayers and skeptics who question your homeschool decisionHow to teach history in a way kids love — spines, living books, and picture books explainedWhat to do if your child is behind in reading or has a suspected learning disabilityHow to manage homeschooling when you have toddlers in the houseWhy the Christy-Faith List is the homeschool resource you didn't know you neededSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial | Purchase (50% off)Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — Free quiz to discover your homeschool style or pedagogyHow to Homeschool Guide — Free 26-page ebook: 6 steps to get started and launchFree Sample Homeschool Schedules — Preschool through high schoolFree Curriculum Comparison ChartFree Curriculum Recommendations Download — Christy-Faith's fail-proof subject-by-subject listThe Christy-Faith List — Free directory of homeschool-friendly businesses, doctors, and providersThrive Homeschool Community — Christy-Faith's membership community for homeschool momsConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction & Summer Help Desk Series (01:45) - Meet Christy-Faith & Free Resources Overview (04:00) - Free Resources: Style Finder, How to Homeschool Guide & More (06:00) - Working Moms & Homeschooling: How to Make It Work (08:10) - How to Teach History with Living Books & Spines (09:00) - New Homeschoolers: Where to Start (11:30) - Why Kids Need Structure (What the Research Says) (15:20) - The Christy-Faith List: Find Providers Who Get You (15:30) - Curriculum Recommendations Download (18:00) - Handling Naysayers & Building Your Support Tribe (19:30) - Daily Schedules, Habit Stacking & Chores (22:00) - When Other Homeschool Moms Judge Your Choices (24:00) - Teaching History Across Age Gaps (27:00) - Spines, Living Books & How to Use Both (28:00) - Reading Disabilities, Dyslexia & When to Seek Help (32:00) - Homeschooling with Toddlers in the House (35:20) - Multisensory Curriculum & Final Questions (36:20) - Closing Encouragement
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  Ep. 121 - Are You Sheltering Your Kids or Giving Them What They Need? | Live Q&A 11.06.2026 1h 3min

  You've heard the question — maybe from a relative, a neighbor, or a stranger at a party: aren't you sheltering your kids? In this archived Summer Homeschool Help Desk live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith answers real questions from real homeschool moms and unpacks the difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" them — protecting them while they grow strong. Because a strong homeschool was never about the perfect curriculum. It's about a secure, confident mom who knows her why.🎁 Free Resource: The 5-Minute Homeschool Style FinderThere are 9 homeschool styles — and when you know yours, the curriculum, the schedule, and your whole approach finally click. Take the free quiz and find your fit.👉 Take the Free QuizIn this episode, you'll learn:The difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" themWhy a strong homeschool isn't built on the perfect curriculumHow to become a secure, confident homeschool leader who knows her "why"How to handle the pressure to prove your kids are keeping upWhy trauma doesn't build resilient adults — but healthy challenge doesHow to find your homeschool style (and why it matters before you buy curriculum)When reading struggles mean it's time to get an evaluationReal questions from real homeschool moms in the Summer Homeschool Help DeskSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% Off for Homeschool FamiliesLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50True North Homeschool Academy✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment👉 Explore Courses & Get StartedSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder: find your homeschool styleThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveHomeschool Rising (Christy-Faith's book): Homeschool RisingThe Christy-Faith List — find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Welcome to the Summer Homeschool Help Desk (04:30) - The Critics and Pressure Homeschool Moms Face (08:30) - Where Homeschoolers Get Stuck (16:00) - How to Find Your Homeschool Style (21:00) - Best Practices Over What's Popular (28:30) - Knowing Your "Why" as the Homeschool Leader (36:00) - Why Investing in Your Homeschool Isn't Selfish (40:00) - "Aren't You Sheltering Your Kids?" (43:00) - Sheltering vs. Greenhousing: Raising Resilient Kids (48:00) - Reading Struggles and When to Get Help (53:30) - The Christy-Faith List + Final Encouragement
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  Ep. 120 - Homeschool Moms Asked Me Their Hardest Questions. Here Are My Answers. 04.06.2026 46min

  Is it ever too late to start homeschooling? What curriculum should you actually trust? In this episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith opens the floor and answers the hardest questions real homeschool moms brought to her live Q&A — from homeschooling a gifted kindergartner to choosing curriculum, deschooling, and whether to school straight through the summer.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Whether it's ever too late to start homeschooling — even with an eleventh graderHow to choose homeschool curriculum you can actually trust (and why Christy won't just hand you a list)What to do when you're homeschooling a gifted child — especially with a new baby in the houseHow to find your homeschool style so curriculum decisions get easierWhat deschooling is and why most new homeschoolers need it firstHow to keep US curriculum going when your family moves overseasThe real case for and against homeschooling year-round vs. taking summers offWhen it makes sense to outsource the subjects that aren't your strong suitSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 PurchaseSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Free Curriculum Recommendations — Christy's by-subject list of curriculum she trusts: Free Curriculum Recommendations5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder — Discover your homeschooling style in five minutes: Homeschool Style FinderHow to Homeschool Guide — Christy's free getting-started guide: How to Homeschool GuideThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thrive⭐ New to homeschooling? Start with Episode 101 — the New Homeschooler Series is the best place to begin.Connect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction: Is It Ever Too Late to Start? (01:14) - The Biggest Mistakes Homeschool Moms Make (12:25) - Choosing Curriculum You Can Actually Trust (13:06) - Homeschooling a Gifted Child with a Newborn (14:46) - Finding Your Homeschool Style (17:39) - Deschooling: Where to Begin (25:51) - What Thrive Community Actually Offers (30:52) - Curriculum Help for Multiple Ages (32:00) - Homeschooling Across Borders (39:08) - Year-Round or Summers Off? (43:03) - Outsourcing the Hard Subjects (45:06) - The Math Program I Use + Final Encouragement
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  Ep. 119 - Why Boredom Is the Best Thing You Can Give Your Kids This Summer 28.05.2026 28min

  Before you spend another $500 on summer camp, ask one question: is boredom actually bad for your kids — or is it exactly what their growing brains need? In this episode, homeschool expert Christy-Faith makes the research-backed case that slow, unstructured, "boring" summers are one of the most powerful gifts you can give your kids. She breaks down what the science says, why their "I'm bored" makes us panic, and five simple moves for a slower, richer summer.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why boredom is good for kids — and the brain science that proves itWhat the CDC found about kids, screen time, and rising anxiety and depressionHow the brain's "default mode network" fuels creativity, memory, and identityWhy unstructured play and white space matter more than another summer campThe real reason your kid's "I'm bored" makes YOU feel so uncomfortableHow sitting with boredom builds frustration tolerance and emotional regulation5 practical moves for a slower, richer summer — including the "fridge list"The one-afternoon challenge that shows you what your kids can do on their ownSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 PurchaseLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment — use code HOME50Summit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:The Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providers: christy-faiths-list.comThrive Homeschool Community: christy-faith.com/thriveConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschoolTikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction (00:37) - The Summer Camp Trap (02:43) - The Summers We Used to Have (04:06) - What's Replacing Boredom Today (05:19) - What the Research Says About Boredom (13:37) - Why Boredom Makes Us Uncomfortable (16:47) - White Space Is Not Neglect (20:47) - 5 Moves for a Slower, Richer Summer (25:48) - Your One-Afternoon Challenge