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Relationships and homeschooling. It is a common fear that parents have before they begin homeschooling. The truth is homeschooling CAN hurt a relationship. Here is our story.
Hello everyone and welcome to episode 57 of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast. This is the LAST episode of the season. So, just a reminder to grab your FREE sample of Sonlight at sonlight.com/joyfully
I have honestly been dreading recording this episode because it involves me acknowledging failure as a parent. No one likes admitting they failed right? But alas, we are here.
Relationships and homeschooling. It is a common fear that parents have before they begin homeschooling, and a topic that has been mentioned over and over again on the podcast.
Relationships matter.
Relationships trump academics
Homeschooling is all about relationships.
Yet, I didn’t truly get it. I mean I nodded my head, agreed with the people speaking, but wasn’t truly living it out in my own home.
I told you this episode was real.
Homeschooling bloggers oftentimes show the highlight reel. NOT all the jazz that goes on behind the scenes. I try to be real I really do. But, still, I don’t share all the bad stuff because I want to also honor my kid’s privacy.
But guys. Things have NOT always been good in our home this past year. We have had some major heart issues with one of my kids.
But, the reality is I can’t place the blame on her. I need to take the blame myself.
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Yes, that is so true! I find myself being guilty of this often. I joke around about not really “liking” teens and probably shouldn’t. But, the truth is I don’t like a lot of teens behavior that in today’s society that is just expected. We expect our teens to be mouth and disrespectful. We expect them to rebel, and so much more. I think the key is changing our expectations of teens. We need to expect more out of them. Of course, love them regardless, but expect them to portray Christ at every turn. Thank you for your feedback and encouragement. Hope you listen to more episodes 😉
THANK YOU for being honest and transparent! I appreciate this episode so much. It’s the first I’ve listened to and I’m looking forward to listening to more!
One thing I’ve noticed about parenting teens (and sometimes children of all ages) is the way parents treat them and talk about them. Sometimes it feels like parents really don’t like their children…. like they’re a burden. I want my children to know I love being their mom. Yes, parenting is hard, but I love it. I think children who know they are loved and respected by their parents will be more likely to love and respect their parents. (How’s assuming with what you shared about valuing your child’s feelings.)
Anyway… thank you!