Homeschooling can be scary and overwhelming to think about, but it doesn't have to be that hard! Lisa has 25+ years of homeschooling experience, including graduating multiple kids. In this podcast, she will reassure you, inspire you, and empower you with the information you need to feel confident and successful as you homeschool your teen. Includes interviews with experts as well as their own practical advice.
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Welcome to Life Skills 101: Life Skills for a Digital Age, sponsored by the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network and True North Homeschool Academy! Itās a well-known adage in the business world that you are hired for your hard skills and fired for your soft skills. It might be a well-known adage, but what exactly are hard and soft skills? Hard skills are easily measurable and quantifiable skills, such as welding or heart surgery. Soft skills are the personal attributes that enable someone to in ...
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šļø Rethinking College: Smart Alternatives for Homeschoolers
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20:42šļø Rethinking College: Smart Alternatives for Homeschoolers Podcast: It's Not That Hard to Homeschool Host: Lisa Nehring Sponsored by: CTC Math š§ Episode Summary In this episode, Lisa Nehring encourages homeschool parents to rethink the college experience and consider smarter, more affordable alternatives that align with their students' values, goaā¦
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Identity Tools: Teaching Kids How to Think
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32:58Sponsor Shout-Out: Homeschooling math doesnāt have to end in tearsāyours or your kids'. Our favorite math solution? CTC Math. With short, clear video lessons and a self-paced, no-prep format, itās the curriculum we wish weād started with sooner. Try it free at ctcmath.com ā and breathe easier. Episode Summary: In this lively episode, Lisa and Ginaāā¦
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Beyond the Basics, How to Develop as a Future Film Maker (Replay)
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25:48Beyond the Basics: Discover how to Develop as a future Film Maker Sponsored by Judson College. So, you have a future film maker in your home? Itās a great time to nurture and develop this desire in your kids, as there are many opportunity to cash in on this important skill! Everything from being the next Steven Speilberg, to creating content for Inā¦
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The Academic Fix for Teen Anxiety and Identity Confusion
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18:08š Show Notes: Teens today are facing a full-blown identity crisis. As parents, weāre watching our kids grow up in a world where anxiety, confusion, and cultural chaos are becoming the norm. But there is a solutionāand it may be simpler than you think. In this episode, Lisa Nehring breaks down how solid academic foundations and intentional educationā¦
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The One Tool Every Homeschooler Needs to Teach Critical Thinking
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31:49š Show Notes: What if you had a simple, flexible, powerful tool that could teach your kids to think deeply about anything? In this episode, Lisa Nehring and Gina Glenn dive into the Five Common Topicsāan ancient method (thank you, Aristotle!) that works beautifully in modern homeschooling. Whether youāre classically inclined or just want a strongerā¦
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College Is ChangingāIs Your Teen Ready for Whatās Next?
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6:51š Show Notes: The college world has changed. Costs are skyrocketing, transfer credits are a gamble, and many campuses no longer align with your familyās values. So what do you do when you want your teen to thrive in todayās economyāwithout drowning in debt? In this episode, Lisa Nehring introduces a game-changing alternative: the Dual Degree Prograā¦
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Credits Are the Currency of High SchoolāHereās How to Make Every Hour Count
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18:14š Show Notes: If youāve ever wondered, āHow many hours = one high school credit?ā or āAm I giving my teen credit for all theyāre doing?ā ā this episode is for you. Lisa Nehring breaks down what a high school credit really is, how to track them properly, and why credits matter more than ever in a world where college admissions, scholarships, and traā¦
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Anxiety Is RisingāHereās One Simple, Proven Way to Help Your Teen
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14:01š Show Notes: Weāve all heard it: this is the Anxious Generation. Teen mental health is at an all-time lowāand many parents feel powerless to help. But what if there were a simple, research-backed practice that reduces anxiety, improves decision-making, and even strengthens identity? In this episode, Lisa Nehring shares the surprising impact of regā¦
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The #1 Skill Teens Need Thatās NOT on the Transcript
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23:52Are you unintentionally holding your teen back from independence? Discover how to build grit, resilience, and self-advocacyāthree skills every teen needs to thrive in their defining decade. Foster Independence, Build Grit, and Raise Self-Advocating Teens Does your teen struggle with responsibility or constantly lean on you to solve their problems? ā¦
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The Money Mindset That Sets Teens Up for Success
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20:07The Money Mindset That Sets Teens Up for Success What if your teenās financial habits now could determine their freedom later? In todayās episode, Lisa Nehring breaks down one of the most critical (and often overlooked) skills teens need before they hit their 20s: financial literacy. From budgeting basics to lifestyle-based planning, weāll explore ā¦
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The #1 Habit Teens Need Before 20 (That Most Donāt Learn)
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23:30š Episode 3: Goal Setting for the Defining Decade In todayās episode of our āDefining Decadeā series, Lisa Nehring dives deep into one of the most practical ā and powerful ā tools we can equip our teens with: goal setting. From planners and family check-ins to lifestyle vision casting and project management, this episode will help you understand hoā¦
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The Power of Networking: Preparing Teens for a Strong Start in Their 20s
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19:04šļø EPISODE TITLE The Power of Networking: Preparing Teens for a Strong Start in Their 20s š SHOW NOTES In this follow-up episode based on The Defining Decade by Dr. Meg Jay, Lisa Nehring shares a vital life skill thatās too often overlooked in todayās digital age: networking. While social media may dominate teen life, Lisa reminds us that true oppoā¦
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The Defining Decade: How to Set Your Teen Up for a Thriving 20s
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18:45šļø Episode Title: The Defining Decade: How to Set Your Teen Up for a Thriving 20s š Show Notes: Your teen years arenāt just for āfiguring it outāātheyāre for setting the trajectory of your entire adult life. Inspired by Dr. Meg Jayās powerful book The Defining Decade, Lisa Nehring shares why your 20s matter more than you thinkāand how intentional pā¦
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The Hidden Factor in Choosing to Homeschool: Social Role Selection
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26:28šļø Episode Title: The Hidden Factor in Choosing to Homeschool: Social Role Selection š Show Notes: In this episode of Not That Hard to Homeschool, Lisa Nehring uncovers a concept you've likely experiencedāeven if youāve never had a name for it: social role selection. It's the reason why many familiesāboth decades ago and todayādecide to homeschool ā¦
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast Episode ā āThe One Skill Your Kids Need to Graduate High Schoolā Sponsored by: CTC Math In this episode of LifeSkills101, we delve into an essential skill. Itās not math or science. Itās the art of selling. Selling is crucial for high school graduates. Itās not just about business. Itās about communication and persā¦
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Duty, Deployment & Daily Lessons: Homeschooling as a Military Family
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28:48šļø Homeschooling Around the World with Military Mom Natalie Mack | It's Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast (REPLAY) In this inspiring episode of Itās Not That Hard to Homeschool, host Lisa Nehring sits down with Natalie Mackāa powerhouse of experience, wisdom, and encouragement for homeschoolers everywhere. Natalie is a military wife, TEDx speakerā¦
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How to Homeschool ElementaryāItās Really Not That Hard (Replay)
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25:21šļø Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast Episode Title: How to Homeschool ElementaryāItās Really Not That Hard Host: Lisa Nehring Episode Type: Replay š¬ Episode Summary In this episode, Lisa Nehring breaks down the essentials of homeschooling elementary-aged kids. With over 30 years of homeschooling experience, Lisa shares practical advice, developmeā¦
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Hey there, homechool heroes! We're trying out some new equipment and moving around our recording spaces so thanks for your patience as we're growing the podcast & True Noth. Today, weāre talking about tossing out that old factory-style education. You know, the one with desks in rows, bells every 45 minutes? We're gonna walk through why that system ā¦
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Peaceful Homeschooling: Heal Your Home's Educational Chaos
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11:12Learn how to bring peace back to your home through education. This episode tackles the challenges of balancing school, health, and family harmony. Discover: How to spot when your educational setup isn't working. Tips for choosing the right learning path for your child's unique needs. Why education is an investment in your family's future. Overcominā¦
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Layers of Learning: Beyond the One-and-Done Approach
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10:51In today's episode, we're unpacking the myth of the "one-and-done" educational approach and introducing you to the concept of "Layers of Learning." We'll discuss how to implement this in your homeschooling journey, from teaching phonics to exploring higher-level math and history, using a variety of learning techniques like auditory, visual, and kinā¦
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Cheryl Daley on Why She Chose Homeschooling.
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32:11What makes someone trade a steady career in government for the unknown world of homeschooling? Cheryl Daley, host of the Home School How To podcast, shares her remarkable journey from career woman to homeschool advocate. Hear how 2020 changed her perspective, the challenges she faced navigating speech delays and masking mandates, and how her determā¦
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Surprising Trends Reshaping Education: Are you ready?
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29:11Subscribe to the It's Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast. https://www.notthathardtohomeschool.com/homeschool-high-school-podcast/ It's 2025, how we teach and learn is getting a major shakeupāand parents who understand these changes now will help their kids soar later. In my latest podcast episode, I break down the must-know trends and how you can ā¦
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The God-Shaped Brain: Dr. Jennings on Neuroscience, Faith, & Learning
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32:45Ever wonder how faith and neuroscience come together to shape our mental health and learning? On this episode of Itās Not That Hard to Homeschool, Lisa chats with Dr. Timothy Jennings, a board-certified neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author of The God-Shaped Brain and The God-Shaped Heart. Dr. Jennings shares how understanding the brā¦
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The SAMR Model Cont. - Modication and Reinvention Part: 2
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13:45Weāre continuing our exploration of the SAMR Model in this episode of Itās Not That Hard to Homeschool. Lisa Nehring focuses on redefinition, the transformative stage where technology enables entirely new types of learning experiences. With the online education market surpassing $435 billion, understanding what separates a great program from a mediā¦
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Are You Preparing Your Teens for a Future Thatās Already Here?
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11:57Are You Preparing Your Teens for a Future Thatās Already Here? Discover why traditional paths to success no longer work and how homeschooling parents like you are ahead of the curve in preparing kids for an unprecedented future. Lisen now to learn actionable steps and grab your audio resource from 'Itās Not That Hard to Homeschool' to help your teeā¦
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The SAMR Model Cont. - Modication and Reinvention Part: 1
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14:20Lisa Nehring picks up where she left off with the SAMR model, diving deeper into how it can transform online learning. She explains the key "Modication" and "Redefinition" stages, where technology moves beyond simple substitutions to create entirely new, dynamic learning experiences. Discover how this model integrates creativity, collaboration, andā¦
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In today's episode, Lisa explores the SAMR Model, a game-changer for integrating technology in education. From simple digital substitutions to redefining learning experiences, the SAMR Modelādeveloped by Dr. Ruben Puenteduraāguides educators on transforming tech usage in ways that enhance student engagement. Lisa breaks down each step: substitutionā¦
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In this thought-provoking episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the evolution of the American Dream, particularly how it has shifted from owning a home and achieving personal success to the almost universal expectation of attending college. We explore the implications of this shift, including the daunting burden of college debt, and discuss howā¦
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Sam Sorbo Join Us to Talk About Slaying Dragons in Education
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33:03Join Lisa Nehring on It's Not That Hard to Homeschool as she welcomes actress, author, and homeschool advocate Sam Sorbo. Known for her fierce stance against the traditional education system, Sam shares her mission to help parents reclaim their childrenās education. In this episode, Sam talks about her new book, The Parents Guide to Homeschool, a tā¦
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Helping Our Kids Have Resiliency with Lisa Nehring
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19:23Helping Our Kids Have Resiliency āWeāre not just raising kids, weāre raising resilient adults. Weāre raising spiritual beings.ā Join Lisa Nehring on the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Show in celebration of our 10th Birthday Celebration! Episode Sponsored by the 11th Birthday Celebration Sponsors, CTC Math & More on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Netwoā¦
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Lisa Nehring Speaks on How the Carnivore Diet Transformed Her Health and Homeschooling Approach
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9:42Lisa Nehring takes a different approach as she shares her personal eight-month journey with the Carnivore Diet and how it unexpectedly connects to homeschooling. Lisa opens up about her health struggles, the surprising benefits of the carnivore lifestyle, and how it has transformed not only her body but also her mindset. She explains how trying somā¦
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Adam Roberts Joins Us to Share How Scriptive Encourages a Love for Reading and Writing
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18:11In this episode of Itās Not That Hard to Homeschool, host Lisa welcomes Adam Roberts, co-founder of Scriptive, a company dedicated to fostering a passion for reading and writing in children. Adam discusses Scriptiveās mission and its first product, Write Stories, which uses beautiful illustrations to inspire kids to create their own stories. With aā¦
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Homeschooling Through a Crisis Youāve probably heard that you canāt get ābehindā while homeschooling, but if youāve had an illness, natural disaster, death or pregnancy, you can sure feel like you are! IN this series weāre going to talk about: 1.Recognize your overwhelmed and need help a.How to know if you are behind or not 2. Prioritize your backlā¦
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Flexibility and Adaptability: Interview with Vicki Tillman, of Seven Sisters
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29:12In this show Vicki Tillman, of Seven Sisters, shares insight into flexibility and adaptability. āAnything worth doing is worth doing badly.ā G.K.Cheserton Resiliency- the ability to jump back when disappointments and failure hit. Sponsor:Thanks to NOW Programs, this evidence-based program helps students learn differences. Failure is not an end poinā¦
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Laurie Cardoza Moore Joins Us to Share Her Homeschooling Journey and Advocacy in Education
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38:21In this episode, we sit down with Laurie Cardoza Moore, a passionate homeschool mom of five and a strong advocate for educational reform. Laurie shares her inspiring journey from homeschooling her children to becoming a voice in state legislatures, lobbying for issues related to education and the unborn. She discusses her experience with the Bridgeā¦
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Caleb Guerrero Joins Us to Discuss Personal Discipline & Business Growth
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39:04In this episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," Lisa is joined by Caleb Guerrero, founder and CEO of Valor Digital and Public Image Chair for Rotary District 5520. Caleb shares his expertise on building a digital presence, especially for small businesses and their communities. He delves into the importance of personal discipline, business grā¦
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Does Your High School Student Have the One Skill Needed to Graduate?
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17:45Episode Title: The Power of Selling In this episode, we dive into the essential life skill of selling and its profound impact on personal development, especially for kids and teens. 1. The Art of Communication Selling is a fantastic way to hone effective communication. Through selling, kids learn how to clearly articulate their ideas and actively lā¦
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Welcome to Life Skills 101 with Lisa Nehring, where we will shed light on important issues affecting parents and their children. In todayās episode, weāre going to chat about launching your homeschool in the elementary year. Learn about getting started with elementary homeschool education. Letās listen in⦠Sponsored by CTC Math. Getting Started witā¦
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Natalie Mack Joins Us to Discuss Homeschooling as a Military Family!
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28:48In this episode of It's Not That Hard to Homeschool, Lisa Welcomes Natalie Mack, a seasoned homeschool mom and military wife, who shares her family's incredible journey of homeschooling while serving in the military. With 23 years of homeschooling experience under her belt, Natalie talks about raising and educating five children while navigating liā¦
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LifeSkills101 Episode: Giving Kids Time to Think Interview with Felice Gerwitz of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network In this episode of LifeSkills101, we dive into the importance of giving kids the time and space to think. Weāll join Felice Gerwitz, a the founder of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network. Felice shares her wealth of knowledgeā¦
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Are you facing the challenge of a child who seems uninterested in their homeschooling journey? Do you hear complaints of, āIām bored. This is boring!ā Youāre not alone. Many parents encounter this hurdle, but with the right strategies, you can turn this around. Inspired by insights from the podcast āGoldilocks and the Teen Years,ā letās explore howā¦
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Podcast Takeover: Reading Eggs Review with Melissa Grande
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7:36By Lisa Nehring, 2024 All Rights Reserved
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Rianne of Mercy Ships: Bringing Hope and Healing to West Africa
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36:23In this episode, we welcome Rianne from Mercy Ships, an organization that provides world-class medical care to impoverished people in West Africa. Rianne shares her personal journey, including homeschooling her three children and volunteering with her family aboard the Africa Mercy. They served as a chaplain and communications volunteer, immersing ā¦
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Welcome to our latest chat on LifeSkills101, sponsored by CTCMath.com, where we talk about the super important skills every young person needs to get ready for grown-up life. It doesnāt matter if they are planning to go to college, get a job right after school, or do something totally different, there are some skills that are just must-haves. Letāsā¦
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10 Fun and Easy Ways to Encourage Reading and Writing in Homeschool Kids
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11:39šāØ Struggling to get your homeschool kids excited about reading and writing? Check out our latest blog post: "10 Fun and Easy Ways to Encourage Reading and Writing in Homeschool Kids!" From comics and audiobooks to creating cozy reading spaces, we've got practical tips to spark their love for literacy. š Dive into our guide and watch your child's eā¦
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Colleen Kessler Joins Us to Discuss The Homeschool Advantage!
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34:19In this episode of "It's Not That Hard to Homeschool," we dive into the world of educational inspiration with Colleen Cussler, author of the upcoming book, The Homeschool Advantage. If you're constantly on the lookout for books that encourage, inspire, and equip you on your homeschooling journey, this episode is a must-listen. Colleen's book, filleā¦
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Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast Episode ā āThe One Skill Your Kids Need to Graduate High Schoolā Sponsored by: CTC Math In this episode of LifeSkills101, we delve into an essential skill. Itās not math or science. Itās the art of selling. Selling is crucial for high school graduates. Itās not just about business. Itās about communication and persā¦
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Hey there, learners! Today, weāre talking about something important: homeschool burnout. Ever felt super tired, both in your body and mind? Thatās what we call burnout. It can happen to both parents and students. But wait, how is it different from regular stress? Well, stress is like having a lot on your plate, but burnout is when that plate overflā¦
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Brooke Poston Joins us to Provide Top Homeschooling Resources
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27:21In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Poston, the dynamic force behind the Home School Resource Co., to delve into the world of homeschooling. Broadcasting from just south of Baton Rouge, Brooke shares her inspiring journey as a pastor's wife and mother of five, with her oldest turning twelve and her youngest at two. Brooke talks about her earlyā¦
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Jonathan Brush Joins Us To Talk About Unbound University & Career Paths!
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39:02In this enlightening conversation, Lisa introduces Jonathan Brush, a trailblazer from Unbound, where education transcends traditional boundaries. Jonathan shares his journey from being homeschooled to pioneering a revolutionary approach to learning. Lisa dives deep into Jonathan's personal background, exploring how his homeschooling experience shapā¦
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