We Reunited After 7 Years… And Got Really Honest About Homeschooling | #33

Join the Newsletter for the latest Ex-Homeschooler News: https://exhsclub.beehiiv.com/subscribeI can't believe it's been over 7 years... on today's podcast I reconnect with my longtime friend Katrin McGoogan (formerly Frantz). We dive deep into our shared homeschooling past, her experience navigating adulthood and motherhood, and her recent ADHD diagnosis. Katrin opens up about what it was like growing up in a highly creative homeschool family, her time in ministry, and how that shaped her view on faith, parenting, and education. We talk about the challenges of re-evaluating childhood beliefs, raising independent kids, and the real-life mental load that comes with being a mom. Whether you were homeschooled, are a parent considering education options, or someone who just loves a good reflective convo—this one’s for you.Key Takeaways:What it’s like reconnecting after years apart—and how much life changesThe ups and downs of growing up homeschooled in a creative, flexible environmentNavigating an ADHD diagnosis as an adult and learning to work with your brain, not against itHow motherhood shapes your view of your own upbringing and education choicesLetting go of fear-based beliefs, questioning narratives, and giving your kids room to growTimestamps00:00 Reunion After Seven Years01:07 Homeschooling Memories02:55 Creative Homeschooling Experiences11:45 Navigating ADHD22:18 Post-High School Adventures28:09 Navigating Beliefs and Independence29:01 Leaving Home and Facing the Real World30:26 Parenting and Personal Growth31:39 Questioning and Evolving Beliefs37:14 Educational Choices for Children47:42 Homeschool Memories and Extracurricular Activities53:02 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources & Mentions:Pomodoro Timer technique: https://pomofocus.io/KONOS and Group Solutions (homeschool co-ops)Mrs. Yip (legendary writing teacher in our community!)Tools for ADHD (timers, breaks, multi-sensory learning strategies)Loved this episode? Subscribe to The Ex-Homeschoolers Club wherever you listen to podcasts! Leave us a review, share this episode with a friend, and don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter for updates, resources, and behind-the-scenes goodness.