Creating Margins So Homeschooling Works for Real Life-Part 1 | Episode 331
Homeschooling and family life can drain the life out of us. How do we maintain a right attitude and perspective in our families for the long haul? In an episode from the archive, Carole Joy Seid talks with consulting client Mellany Zepelak about how learning to create margin in her life and receive God’s love has transformed her family life. They discuss how adding personal downtime, encouraging a positive home environment, and embracing your identity in Christ can radically improve your family dynamics. Don’t miss this hope-filled conversation!
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Responding to children’s crankiness with connection instead of correction
- Recognizing that sibling conflict may reflect the parent’s tone or behavior
- Learning to receive love from God in order to give it to others
- Teaching children that quiet time is a time to rest in God’s love
- Using tally marks as a tool to build new habits of affirmation
- Modeling repentance and growth so children feel safe being in process too
More episodes for spiritual encouragement:
- Episode 137: The Gift of Rest
- Episode 202: How to Naturally Share Your Faith with Dr. Jerry Root
- Episode 225: Important Scriptures for Homeschooling
- Episode 235: God’s Way is Always Best
- Episode 237: Discipling Our Kids Through Faith Questions
- Episode 238: Discipling Our Children in a Social Media Culture
Resources
+ The Blessing Seminar
+ Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!
+ Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here
+ Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+ Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
+ Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!
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This episode was sponsored by Voetberg Music Academy.
