Mindful Mothering

Episode 181 As I’m recording this episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast, Mother’s Day is on the horizon here in the U.S. So in celebration, we’re exploring the idea of mindful mothering. Listen in for three…

Setting Boundaries

Episode 176 Today’s podcast here at the Art of Homeschooling is taking an honest look at setting boundaries. Setting boundaries in a healthy way, with kindness and compassion, takes some practice. It’s often one of the hardest…

The Spectrum of Perfectionism

Episode 164 Today on the podcast, we’re taking a look at the spectrum of perfectionism and how to navigate the delicate balance between anxiety-driven striving, paralyzing fear of failure, and also healthy artistry in living life. Perfectionism…

Midyear Reflection & Renewal

Episode 163 It’s almost the Winter Solstice here in the northern hemisphere ~ the longest night and the shortest day of the year. I love the quiet, reflective quality of this season. It’s the ideal time for…

Practicing Gratitude During Challenging Times

Practicing Gratitude in Challenging Times Hello and welcome to the annual gratitude episode here on the Art of Homeschooling podcast, all about practicing gratitude in challenging times. I’m writing and recording this episode at Thanksgiving time here…

How to Deal with Your Own Anger

How to Deal with Your Own Anger Today on the podcast, we’re talking about anger. I know this isn’t always an easy topic. But it’s a super important one. Because as parents, we get angry sometimes. Let’s talk…

What's Your Self-Care Plan?

What’s Your Self-Care Plan? How would I have responded if you’d asked me early on in my homeschooling journey, “Jean, what’s your self-care plan?“ “Self-care…what’s that? A self-care plan? Who are you kidding?“ Because I was always…

Your Inspired Homeschool

Your Inspired Homeschool Hello there and welcome! In this episode of the Art of Homeschooling podcast, I want to talk about inspiration, specifically your inspired homeschool.  I’ve just returned home from Taproot 2023, a live in-person retreat…

Write Your Own Homeschool Manifesto

Writing Your Own Homeschool Manifesto Welcome dear listener! In today’s episode, we’re going to delve into a topic that is near and dear to my heart ~ writing your own homeschool manifesto. What exactly is a homeschool…