HOW HOMESCHOOLING IMPACTS THE FAMILY DYNAMIC

Homeschooling affects everyone in the family! DeeDee and Ximena share how to make those impacts positive instead of negative. They also encourage you to nurture your relationships beyond your role as a homeschool mom/dad. Don't forget you are a child to your own parents, a friend, and (maybe) a spouse. Those bonds deserve attention, too.  ★★★ LISTENER COUPON CODE Request your coupon code to use on any purchase at bookshark.com. Thanks to show sponsor BookShark. Request a homeschool curriculum catalog or download samples at bookshark.com. QUOTABLES Ximena: "The high school years go the fastest." DeeDee: "We give you permission to leave the kitchen dirty every once in a while." TIMESTAMPS 02:48 How homeschooling puts you in a bubble that may impact your marriage and other relationships. 04:20 When spouses aren't as interested or invested in homeschooling as you are. 05:39 Ximena shares how homeschooling affected her relationship with her parents. 06:39 How homeschooling can create literal chaos (messes) in your home. 08:49 The importance of reserving some energy for your husband/spouse. 09:53 The older your kids get, the more important it is to invest in other relationships because your children won't always be at home with you. 14:50 Keeping homeschool simple so it doesn't take over your life. 16:00 It's important to maintain your friendships and family relationships outside of your role as a homeschool parent/mom. Keep those friendships with other moms who don't homeschool! 17:25 How to keep your spouse/husband involved in the homeschool experience. 19:18 How family dinners and family game nights keep the entire family connected. 22:06 Morning coffee dates are a great way for homeschool parents to connect, especially if they have pre-teens and teens who sleep in. 22:49 Learn to recognize the communication baits that your spouse throws out.  24:14 How to create a peaceful home atmosphere and why that's so important. The magic of a tablecloth!  25:41 Have a clear cut end of your homeschool day and your household day so you can rest and connect with your spouse.  SPECIAL SEGMENTS 00:51 Self-care Your Way •early morning wake-up •mindful meals 13:35 What We’re Reading Much Ado About Nothing by Shakespeare Thanks to show sponsor BookShark. Request a homeschool curriculum catalog or download samples at bookshark.com.