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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 15 MIN

The Comparison Trap: Homeschooling Unicorns & Hamsters

from Coffee With Carrie: Homeschool Podcast

What do unicorns, hamsters, and the comparison trap have in common?  If your interest is piqued and you are wondering what on earth this has to do with homeschooling, then join Carrie for this week's podcast.  Do you feel like you are constantly spinning your wheels but going nowhere and accomplishing nothing?  If so, then take a little break from all of the hustle and bustle, get off the crazy train for a minute or two and pour yourself a much-needed cup of coffee.  This week Carrie uses a few humorous analogies to explain why homeschooling moms always seem to be in perpetual motion and more importantly with a little humor, she shares a few ways to get out of the comparison trap.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up and Join Carrie for a much-needed coffee break.  Support the showPurchase A Home Education Handbook: 9 Questions to Ask for Simple & Balanced Home-Based LearningPurchase Homeschool High School:  A Handbook for Christian EducationPurchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably.  Schedule a Coffee Date (One-on-One Personalized Coaching Session:  Coffee With Carrie Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter for FREE Morning Time Plans and monthly tips  https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.

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What do unicorns, hamsters, and the comparison trap have in common? If your interest is piqued and you are wondering what on earth this has to do with homeschooling, then join Carrie for this week's podcast. Do you feel like you are constantly spinning your wheels but going nowhere and accomplishing nothing? If so, then take a little break from all of the hustle and bustle, get off the crazy train for a minute or two and pour yourself a much-needed cup of coffee. This ...

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