When my daughters were young, I commonly felt tired and ready to fall into bed at night. I was often short-tempered and frustrated when I couldn’t accomplish what needed to get done. It was exhausting to feel like someone always needed me and was always touching me. The days felt so long.  During these challenging years, it grated on me when a well-meaning friend with grown children would say, “Enjoy these moments. They pass all too quickly.” I knew she was right. I had already seen how quickly my daughters were maturing. But her comment felt as if she didn’t remember how difficult these days were. Then I heard a phrase that I repeated almost daily. I've been thinking about it recently during the teenage years and how the phrase still applies. In this episode, I'll share that phrase with you and how you can change your perspective to survive long parenting days. As you consider how you might apply this perspective in your home, think about the following questions: How can you change your perspective about your days? How can you view your days as an opportunity instead of a chore? What image can you hold onto as a reminder of the opportunity you have? Come share your thoughts with us in the Triumphant Learning Resource Center. Links mentioned in the episode: Years are Short video Join the free Triumphant Learning Resource Center Check out our upcoming events If you’ve been blessed by this podcast, would you consider showing your support by sharing it with your friends and family as well as take a moment to rate and review it in your listening app!

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089: The Key To Surviving Long Parenting Days

Now that you have a mission statement, what do you do with it? In this episode, I'll share three ways you can use your mission statement. You'll hear practical tips and advice as well as examples from our homeschool. Links mentioned in this episode: Join the Write Your Mission Statement Guided Work Session. Contact me about speaking to your group. Learn more about my courses. Hand Clapping Fun Flourishing Days The Homeschool Roadmap. 

088: 3 Ways To Use Your Mission Statement To Live An Impactful Life

Vision and mission statements define our destination and the route to get there. They help us live with purpose. In this episode, you will learn a four-step process to write a vision and mission statement. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to join a free guided work session to write your vision and mission statement! Links mentioned in the episode: Join the Write Your Mission Statement Guided Work Session Subscribe to the Triumphant Learning email list. Learn how coaching can help you live out your life purpose. Join the FREE Triumphant Learning Resource Center. 

087: Four-Step Process To Write A Vision and Mission Statement

From the moment I get up to the moment I go to bed, I am busy.  As a homeschool parent, it seems that my job is never done. There were days that I sat down after dinner to read to my children, and they had to poke me in the side because I was slurring my speech as I fell asleep! I knew something had to change, but I wasn’t sure what.  Have you felt that way too? You knew you wanted to live purposefully and invest your time in what matters most to you. You probably knew deep in your heart that you couldn’t do it all, but how do you determine what to do and what not to do? That’s where vision and mission statements come in! In short, they help you make decisions in all aspects of your life. We often hear about a business’s mission statement, but they apply to individuals and families too! In this episode, you’ll learn three benefits of mission statements that will inspire you to write them for you, your family, and your homeschool. Helpful links Learn how to manage your day. Learn how to turn over responsibility to your children for managing their day. Join us in the free Write Your Mission Statement Guided Work Session. Join the free Triumphant Learning Resource Center. See the full show notes at: https://www.triumphantlearning.com/benefits-of-mission-statements-for-homeschool-parents/ 

086: 3 Benefits Of Mission Statements For Homeschool Parents

This special episode was recorded live on location at Glen Eyrie in Colorado Springs, CO.  Homeschooling is rewarding, but it can also be challenging. It is important to have a support system in place. I'm so excited to tell you about a brand new place, the Triumphant Learning Resource Center, where you can find support on difficult days and share your wins on good days. Maybe even both on the same day! It's also a place where you can continue to learn how to be a more effective homeschool teacher and parent. And the best part is that it's free! There is no cost to join the Resource Center. In this episode, you will learn about the Triumphant Learning Resource Center and how it can help you homeschool with confidence and joy.  Join the Triumphant Learning Resource Center today. https://community.triumphantlearning.com/ Don't miss the special grand opening events throughout September 2021.

085: Support For Your Homeschool Journey

It is difficult to find your homeschool rhythm after a break. In this episode, you'll learn what you can do to make your transition back into a school rhythm smoother. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/how-to-create-a-homeschool-calendar-that-works-for-your-life/#breaks Links mentioned in this episode: How To Organize A Home Library How do I keep my child focused on his lessons? 

084: How do we start back up after a break?

Homeschool co-ops are a great option for many families, but they just didn't work for us. Until now. Here's a look at why they didn't work in the past and why we're giving one a try this year. Links & Resources From This Episode: How to Decide if a Homeschool Co-op is Right for Your Family How to Write Your Homeschool Mission Statement Learn more about The Homeschool Roadmap Sign-up for the FREE homeschool 101 Workshop 

053: Why We Finally Joined a Homeschool Co-op

Does your child not enjoy his homeschool lessons? Or, do you have difficulty motivating him to learn? Learn four ways you can help your child enjoy homeschool lessons more. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/spice-up-homeschool-lessons/ Links mentioned in this episode: How do I teach multiple ages at the same time? What You Need To Know About Learning Styles Your Child's Growing Mind by Jane Healy How To Help Your Struggling Learner Succeed In Your Homeschool Help Your Gifted Learner Thrive In Your Homeschool  How to create your “Back to the Basics” list Six Questions To Help You Write A Homeschool Mission Statement 

083: How do I get my children to enjoy lessons?

Taking time at the end of each homeschool year to evaluate what went well and what I want to change or improve for next year helps me improve and customize the homeschool experience for my children. Listen in as I share my reflections on the 2019-2020 school year and what I will change in the future. Links & Resources From This Episode: 5 Simple Steps to Set Homeschool Goals You Can Accomplish How to Write Your Homeschool Mission Statement How Homeschool Evaluations Help You Achieve Your Homeschool Goals Learn more about The Homeschool Roadmap Sign-up for the FREE homeschool 101 Workshop 

052: Hindsight is 2020: Reflections on the 2019-2020 school year

Does your child dawdle during his lesson time or stare off into space? Are you frustrated that your school day drags on late into the afternoon because your child does not attend to his school lessons? In this episode, you'll learn nine ways you can keep your child focused on his lessons. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/movement-improve-focus/ Links mentioned in this episode: Keep lessons short. 10-20 minutes for grades 1-3 20-30 minutes for grades 4-6 20-45 minutes for grades 7-9 30-45 minutes for grades 10-12 The Ultimate Guide to Brain Breaks (aff link) What You Need To Know About Learning Styles 

082: How do I keep my child focused on his lessons?

Are you frustrated that your child doesn't take you seriously as his teacher? Or, do you see your child working hard and staying attentive for others, but not you? In this episode, you'll learn four things you can do to gain your child's respect. Define your expectations. Be attentive. Be consistent. Be understanding. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/benefits-of-homeschooling/#respect

081: How do I get my child to respect me as his teacher?

I've heard from many homeschool parents asking what homeschool curriculum they should use with their preschooler. In this episode, I share what we used to homeschool preschool in a developmentally appropriate and not time-consuming way. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-planning/#preschool Links mentioned in the episode: Hand Clapping Fun 

080: What should I use to homeschool my preschool-aged child?

Homeschooling with younger children around can be challenging. Parents have asked how they can keep the younger children quiet and how to keep their school-aged children attentive when younger siblings are playing. In episode 79 of the All in a Homeschool Day podcast, you'll hear eight strategies I used when I was homeschooling my school-aged daughter with a younger sibling present. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-planning/#siblings

079: How do I meet the needs of my school-aged child and his younger siblings?

It is possible to teach multiple ages at the same time in your homeschool without going crazy! In this episode, you will learn how implementing a one-room schoolhouse model and using independent learner toolkits can help you manage the needs of multiple students. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-planning/#multiple Links mentioned in this episode: The Homeschool Roadmap Grids for Kids math puzzles KenKen puzzles Printable puzzles 

078: How do I teach multiple ages at the same time?

In this episode, you'll learn why summer is a great time to utilize an unstructured but intentional approach to learning, the skills your children will develop, and how this approach reduces your stress. Full show notes, as well as additional links and resources, can be found at https://www.triumphantlearning.com/homeschool-summer-learning/

077: Why I refuse to plan my children's summer learning.

If you're like most of my listeners, you, too, wear many hats and you have a lot of demands on your time. It's difficult to juggle it all as a homeschool mom. And it's easy to be overwhelmed by everything you need to do. This show is not about finding the right curriculum or doing all the right things. It is about helping you focus on the best for your homeschool and your family.

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