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Episodes
249 episodes
Planning Strategies (Part 1): Make a Plan and Execute the Plan
I am a homeschool mom of 6, running two businesses, and I am a self-proclaimed productivity guru. With this much going on all the time, it requires planning strategies. I've been homeschooling and working from home for over 10 years...
Working Moms from Home: The Secret to Mastering Time Management
Working moms from home, do you feel like the to do list is never ending. You finally get to check a project off this list, just to add three more to it. It can feel overwhelming and never ending. What is the secret to mastering tim...
When Motivation Dies But The To Do List Lives On
Have you been a highly motivated person, and then suddenly your motivation is gone? What do you do when motivation is suddenly gone? Yes, it can happen. And it is something that I do not like. I’ve been struggling with a...
Work Out Routines At Home: 3 Tips To Stay Fit Working From Home
Let’s talk about the thing we don’t want to talk about, staying fit working from home.There is enough on your plate. Staying fit or getting in shape is usually the last on your to do list. Even when you have the convenience of work out r...
The Busy Mom Guide to Fitness: Practical Fitness for Overloaded Moms
I know. You are already a busy mom, so adding one more thing to your plate seems ridiculously impossible. But your physical and mental health are your greatest assets and you can't ignore them. Finding the time to exercise feels imp...
Mom's No Good Very Bad Day
I know it silly that I cried over groceries, in hindsight. At the time, it seemed like a perfectly natural response because sometimes moms just have a no good very bad day.Have you ever had those times when the pressure gets to you, and ...
From Mom Burnout to Bounce Back: 30-Day Mom Reboot Plan
Mom burnout is real, and when it hits it can suck your motivation dry. But you can overcome it. I know when you are in the middle of mom burnout it feels like it will never end. It is the worst stuck feeling in the world. And ...
Following Your Dream Is Overrated: Why Reality Is Even Sweeter
Following your dream sounds nice. It is a piece of advice we like to offer to recent graduates, and we like to think we are following it. But is following your dream really good advice? We have an unrealistic expectati...
Work-Life Integration Because Balance Is A Myth
Work life balance is a myth, but work-life integration is a possibility. There are certain phrases that catch on quick, everyone starts repeating them and they are all over social media. Work life balance is one of those phrases. Ev...
3 Must-Know Tips To Balance Work And Life
Balance work and life, this is the unicorn we are always chasing. While there aren’t any perfect solutions, we can work towards better days. It is frustrating trying to balance work and life, especially for a work from...
Mental-Load Detox: Delegate, Automate, and Thrive
Are you tired before the day even starts? You wake up at four in the morning with your to do list marching around in your head. It might be time for a mental-load detox. The mental-load is exhausting because it is not just about wha...
Dual Enrollment Decoded: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Dual enrollment. I actually have a lot to say about it. At this point, my oldest son finished his associates degree, and my next two teens are about to start their second year. So I wanted to give an update on our experience with dual...
The Ultimate Guide To Homeschool All In One Curriculum
Homeschool all in one curriculums are a work from home mom’s secret weapon. But they get a bad rap in the homeschool world. If you want to streamline your education journey, save time, and still tailor education for your kids. Then ...
How to Add Art for Homeschool Even if You Aren't an Artist
Do you dread the thought of teaching art for homeschool? Are you feeling like you aren’t creative enough or you don’t have the skill? You can add art to your homeschool, even if you aren’t an artist.We are homeschool moms, so we are supp...
Work from Home Mom Jobs: What Moms Do
It is hard not to have two incomes. Yes, you can be really frugal, but it helps to have that second income coming it. Work from home mom jobs expanded in the last few years, making it possible to make money from home and homeschool.
How To Be A Rebel Mom And Succeed At Life
Are you a rebel mom? You know a mom who breaks all the rules. Forges her own path and defines success on her own terms. If you are, then this is the place for you. If you want to be a rebel mom, and decide how you want to wo...
How To Be Successful: Redefining Success As A Work From Home Mom
What does success look like for you? We have so many people defining how to be successful that we need to pause and define it for ourselves. How to be successful. Is it defined, in your mind, by a bigger house, a bigger car, and a b...
What Does Failing Forward Mean
What does failing forward mean? Failing forward is one of those phrases we hear all the time. But, at this point, it has reached the status of losing its meaning. This is one of those statements that is at the top of all the mindset...
It's A Homeschooling And Work From Home For Mom Life
Can you actually work from home for mom and homeschool six kids? How is that even possible? Won’t everyone demand your attention at the same time—kids, clients, curriculum, laundry, and the random crisis of the day? Is it truly possible to buil...
Discover the Secret Sauce to Create Motivated Learners
One question I see asked a lot from homeschool moms is how do I create motivated learners? This is one of the biggest struggles in homeschool. Or at least it can feel like it. I confess, I’ve never struggled with motivating my kids...
Genius Ways To Organize Small Spaces: Working and Homeschooling
You can homeschool, work, and eat in as small space. It just takes a little imagination to organize a small space. Your home is both a living space and a learning space, the line between chaos and calm gets blurry really fast. Wheth...
What A Homeschool Day Looks Like For A Work From Home Mom
Mom, we are the unicorns in the homeschool world, or maybe not so much anymore. But it can feel like no one else knows what our homeschool day is like. The key to a successful homeschool day is to plan in such a way that you...
Homeschool Math Curriculums That Save Your Sanity
Homeschool math curriculums can cause you to question all of your life choices. Or at least questions your ability to homeschool well. Whether you are a math genius or feeling like you are just scrapping by let’s talk home...
How to Homeschool and Work from Home: A Beginners Guide
Homeschooling and working from home can be a daunting task, especially for those who are new to both. However, with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to balance both successfully.Yes, it can feel daunting. Check that off y...
Parenting Guide For The Real World: Kids Don't Come With Manuals
Do you feel like you need a parenting guide for the real world? You know one that isn't full of ideas that no one will use, but a practical guide from parents who have done this thing well. Real world parenting isn't Instagra...