When Character Training Feels Like an Obstacle (Podcast 52)

by Durenda | Jan 8, 2019 | Homeschooling, Parenting, Podcasts, Real Life, Unhurried Homeschooling

We always say that character comes before curriculum, but that can be easier said than done.  In the day to day, it can be a real struggle to actually lay down the math or reading to deal with the character issues in our kids.  But what if we saw character training...

Overcoming Writing Struggles with Fred Lybrand (Podcast 50)

by Durenda | Dec 11, 2018 | Homeschooling, Podcasts, Unhurried Homeschooling

I lead an online mentoring course and by far, the most asked questions seem to be about writing struggles!  I get questions and comments like these: How long should I MAKE them do this? How much should I expect? I can’t seem to get enough details out of him. He...

Joy in the Waiting and the Unseen

by Durenda | Dec 4, 2018 | Homeschooling, Parenting, Unhurried Homeschooling

It’s a fact that in our lifetime we will spend at least 3 years waiting…waiting for stop lights, doctor’s appointments, sitting in traffic. Most of us think of waiting as a waste of time…unproductive and pointless. Advent is a season of...

Homeschooling: There’s Freedom in Simplicity with Karen DeBeus(Podcast 48)

by Durenda | Nov 27, 2018 | Homeschooling, Podcasts, Real Life, Unhurried Homeschooling

Most homeschooling families are not actually enjoying homeschooling.  Parents AND kids are feeling all kind of unnecessary pressure and unreasonable expectations.  This is NOT what homeschooling was meant to be and we FEEL that deep down inside. BUT what will it take...

Why We Love Teaching Textbooks

by Durenda | Nov 5, 2018 | Homeschooling, Unhurried Homeschooling

I was recently given the opportunity to review Teaching Textbooks 3.0 homeschool math curriculum.  I don’t usually do reviews, but this particular curriculum has been such a blessing to our family for so many years AND they were offering you all a chance to win your...

Encouraging a Growth Mindset in Our Kids with Dan Marcone (Podcast 46)

by Durenda | Oct 31, 2018 | Family Health, Homeschooling, Podcasts, Real Life, Related Posts and Resources, Unhurried Homeschooling

I am so thrilled to have Dan Marcone (M.A.,LMHC and Clinical Supervisor for Seasons Counseling) back on the podcast! Today Dan is sharing about the importance and how to’s of encouraging a growth mindset in our kids!  A growth mindset is a mental attitude that...