116 - Homeschooling Teens Is Hard (If You Hit the Flask Before Co-op… We Need to Talk)

Ever feel like you’re doing things right… and still feel like the worst homeschool mom in the world?In this honest episode, Maeve and Mat share a very real parenting moment—from three basketball practices and a questionable haircut… to trying to pull their kids away from friends to watch a once-in-a-lifetime rocket launch. Spoiler: it did not go well.But what unfolds is something every parent needs to hear.From the now-infamous “flask before co-op” litmus test to a deeper conversation about discipline, social media, and the pressures facing today’s teens, this episode is both a reality check and a source of deep encouragement.You’ll walk away reminded that parenting is high stakes—but you’re not doing it alone. And even when it feels like it’s not working… it is.✨ In This Episode, We Cover: A chaotic day in the life of a homeschool mom (and why it still counts as success)  The Artemis launch story—and what it revealed about teens, embarrassment, and perspective  The “flask before co-op” test (you’ll know exactly where you land 😂)  Why parenting and homeschooling feel so high stakes right now  Real-life rules families are using around phones, dating, and social media  The difference between “helicopter” and “lawnmower” parenting  Why taking phones away might be your most effective (and necessary) tool  What happens when kids are bored… and why it’s actually a gift  The power of consistency over time (even when it doesn’t feel like it’s working)  A reminder that transformation doesn’t come from our effort alone—but from God Grab the 2026-2027 Catholic Homeschool Planner here.Isn't it hard to find Catholic friends?! I've got a solution. Hop on over to the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook community. Where we share about apologetics, homeschooling, and family life!https://maevejemison.com/Purchase Home Is Where The Truth Is:https://www.amazon.com/Home-Where-Truth-Should-Homeschool/dp/B0CSWJ2QXC/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1705863918&sr=8-1