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hearts that are aching: become the parents we want to be 33:36

20h ago33:36

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send us a text via Fan Mail! I am responding to a fan mail that I answered in short form, just taking a deeper dive into the factors that played into my own (very not-linear and still incomplete) journey of growth as a mother. Here are some things that I mention during the show: securing cooperation without sacrificing kindness if not carrot and st…

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HeWo: a fun and meaningful audio player for kids - an interview with Elie and Viviana 42:27

15d ago42:27

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Such a delight to speak to HeWo founders Elie and Viviana! With a growing library of Catholic audio stories, music and prayers, HeWo is a gift that is sure to provide hours of entertainment while at the same time helping kids grow in their Catholic faith. 1:37 - Welcome Elie and Viviana! 3:18 - How the project came to b…

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Christmas food traditions 58:13

16d ago58:13

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Jenna and I chat about food! Advent and Christmas traditions from a food framework. But before we get into the thick of it, Jenna talks about a recent experience with dictation and her son. So it led me to wonder if anyone would like a live master class on dictation. Let me know via email if you are interested. We delve…

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hating school, helping our children along and dealing with perfectionism 39:02

23d ago39:02

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I discuss kids who struggle with certain subjects, how to incentivize in nurturing ways; as well as helping them develop their unique strengths and gifts. 5:16 - Helping a child who struggles to focus 9:20 - The importance of our flexibility 14:51 - When a child is resistant to writing 23:06 - Solutions fo…

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my take on it: hearts that are aching 11:02

24d ago11:02

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send us a text via Fan Mail! A fan mail I received a few days ago uncovers the nature of our collective aching hearts and desire to be better humans. Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!…

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my take on it: fear 8:28

27d ago8:28

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send us a text via Fan Mail! let's talk about this. Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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intentional gifts, affordable gifts, finding the time 54:29

28d ago54:29

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Zoe brings these great questions to the show around gift giving. Keeping spending, stuff, emotions and mom's sanity all within a reasonable limit. Hard to do at Christmastime! Join us for some discussion about how we do things, what worked, what didn't and trying to maintain some semblance of equilibrium. 2:10 - Avoidin…

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Catholic owned: building the new Catholic economy 32:19

1M ago32:19

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Dear friends. This is a bonus episode that I wanted to get out quickly. Brooke and her husband Matteo, a homeschool family, started a business last year that gathers Catholic business owners under one platform to make supporting the values that we want to uphold easier for both buyer and seller. They've developed a webs…

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playthings: the fun and the problem of toys 43:20

1M ago43:20

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Christina joins me to discuss all things toys - curating, storing them, communicating our needs around gift giving and sharing some family favourites. 6:16 - Keep stuff or donate? 10:52 - Giving clear directives for gift giving 16:12 - Rotating toys 19:21 - Best loved toys in our homes 34:10 - When to let go 38:34 - Boa…

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my take on it: you are enough 5:41

1M ago5:41

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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it’s a process 20:55

1M ago20:55

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send us a text via Fan Mail! 1:29 - joy is a choice 4:36 - homeschooling out of love 8:14 - connecting with your child 11:17 - being polite and friendly 14:44 - avoid pouncing on your kids 18:34 - developing relationships Rest, Play, Grow by Deborah MacNamara Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids by Deborah MacNamara Rest, Play, Grow…

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homeschooling a handful: a chat with Zoe 47:36

2M ago47:36

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send us a text via Fan Mail! a lovely chat with my guest co-host Zoe 2:32 - Homeschooling all ages 3:48 - HOW do you do it!??? 6:48 - What it looks like day to day 10:57 - Making curriculum work for the needs of your family 15:42 - When learning to read is a challenge 20:26 - Homeschooling fosters self-motivation 25:03 - Being ok with slower progre…

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teaching creative writing: an alternate approach 3:47

2M ago3:47

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Feel free to disagree. blog posts on writing Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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being both a disciple and an imperfect human 18:40

2M ago18:40

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send us a text via Fan Mail! How do we spread joy and profess a life in Christ when we're so messed up? Some thoughts on this ever so human experience. This is the last of a series of episodes on the basics of joy. The other episodes are: What is joy? Back to basics. The story of two moms. Living joyfully when it's hard. 1:55 - Not time for perfect…

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living joyfully when it's hard 24:22

2M ago24:22

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send us a text via Fan Mail! a few thoughts on personal growth and acceptance of God's will through joy and suffering 1:37 - Can we find joy in suffering? 5:25 - Being angry with God and accepting what is 13:54 - Facing tragedy by God's grace 17:53 - Compliance to our circumstances perseverance in homeschooling: remembering what matters (podcast) r…

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public service announcements 0:58

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send us a text via Fan Mail! join us here for all the fun https://youtube.com/@hellosray?si=zkiKwiPzq79s8euy Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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the story of the two moms 18:43

3M ago18:43

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send us a text via Fan Mail! a story from when I was expecting my first daughter and reflections on the type of mom I want to be you deserve to be lifted up (blog post) simplify your life (podcast) the fundamental elements of kindness part one (blog post) Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com …

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kindness: forgiveness of injuries sustained 8:37

3M ago8:37

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send us a text via Fan Mail! The hardest road to kindness. Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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what is joy? back to basics 29:25

3M ago29:25

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send us a text via Fan Mail! So much back ground noise in the episode. I think my husband and son may have been reenacting the battle of the Rohirrim. Apologies on that. Just me on this episode sharing well, why joy? How did it happen that joy became my personal little mission. And why does it matter? 1:40 - Using and sharing our gifts 4:24 - Where…

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kindness - affability of speech 5:33

3M ago5:33

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Another element of kindness, broken down into something doable and digestible. Affability of speech - AKA, tone of voice... Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!…

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homeschooling when it's hard 34:40

3M ago34:40

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Dear friends. I've picked up blogging again as I've missed writing. I'm writing my story as a way of getting back into it. Part the first, HERE. Elizabeth and I discuss the hard seasons (Elizabeth's baby is due any day...) how we can manage them, discern them, work with them. 2:27 - Homeschooling through pregnancy 7:31 …

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growing in kindness: generosity of spirit 5:55

3M ago5:55

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send us a text via Fan Mail! What does it take? Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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when your child refuses to cooperate and other daily struggles 50:00

3M ago50:00

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Christina and I address a few issues that crop up regularly in our family life, included, but not limited to, children flopping on the floor when we ask them to do something. 0:49 - Homeschool beginnings 3:28 - The mystery of readiness 6:48 - Comparing ourselves 9:30 - Learning is a lifelong endeavour 13:30 - It's okay …

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Managing our anger one baby step at a time: a fundamental conversation for the beginning of a new school year Episode 57:39

4M ago57:39

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send us a text via Fan Mail! My listener and guest, Kimmy, and I, address the topic of anger, learning to pause, growing in holiness and - aaaah - EXPECTATIONS. 2:08 - Kimmy's questions on managing anger and structuring the day 8:01 - Creating and sustaining a loving environment 12:21 - Planning time for yourself 18:58 - Camp style learning 22:40 -…

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my take on it: order, where to start when you're feeling overwhelmed 10:52

4M ago10:52

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send us a text via Fan Mail! I received this fan mail a few days ago, and wanted to respond with my take on it. This mom is doing so many good things already, please know I pray for you all and hope this helps! Hi Bonnie -- I am really struggling. I deeply desire a joyful home and yet every day , without fail I am yelling, the kids are fighting, th…

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my take on it - further questions on co-sleeping, toddler edition 6:34

4M ago6:34

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send us a text via Fan Mail! After listening to the episode on cosleeping, a listener submitted these questions: So this mum has a large family. She has a baby who's just over one, that this is usually around the time that she has stopped co -sleeping and transitioned to a crib. She'd like to keep co -sleeping, but a couple of things are frustratin…

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cooking, love and rest with Zoe: creating more ease in the kitchen and our brains 43:20

5M ago43:20

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send us a text via Fan Mail! My dear friend Zoe joins me to discuss how she mentors moms to take a look at how we can create more ease and joy in the daily task of meal prep and menu planning. Dealing with decision fatigue and how to create an environment that is more streamlined and restful. We talk about Sunday as a day of rest, and what that can…

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my take on it: struggling with spelling and kids who are behind 17:00

5M ago17:00

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send us a text via Fan Mail! I received great question(s) yesterday, what do we do when our kids can't spell...what do we do when they're behind....what do we do when our head's not in the game. "Hi Bonnie! I have a question! My 10 year old son is very very very much a struggling speller. I mean, I’m sure he is dyslexic. He can’t spell at all and I…

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my take on it: children and chores 14:46

5M ago14:46

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Short answer to an important question...our experience and how it changed over the years: "Hi Bonnie! I’m thinking about our daily/weekly routines for this school year and wondering if you have thoughts on chores for kids. I’m looking at how many hours we have in the day and plugging in reading aloud, a little sit down …

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co-sleeping: sharing our experience 37:35

5M ago37:35

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Haley and I discuss co-sleeping and breastfeeding, I chat about my journey into co-sleeping and the benefits I’ve observed. Overall, the conversation highlights the benefits and challenges of co-sleeping and offers insights into creating a safe and comfortable sleep environment for the whole family. We share our persona…

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getting kids to do things they don't want to do, like math for example 43:03

6M ago43:03

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send us a text via Fan Mail! In this conversation, Mariette and I discuss how to motivate children to do tasks they don't enjoy, specifically focusing on math. We explore strategies such as setting parameters, incorporating math into daily activities, and giving children a sense of control and choice. Takeaways Set parameters and give children a se…

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my take on it - what to do after chocolate chip math 9:41

6M ago9:41

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Question submitted via text message - I’m wondering if you have any episodes or blog posts about math after chocolate chips - my oldest is 8 and about to start grade 3. We have been using your little yellow book along with The 3 R’s as a guide for our math learning so far. Would love to hear about where you went from th…

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keeping homeschooling fresh for the long game 40:05

6M ago40:05

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Sheila, a veteran homeschooling mother from Arizona, shares her experience with burnout and the challenges of homeschooling children with a large age gap. We touch on mothering teens and keeping the connection as they become adults. soundbites: "It's a beautiful thing that you're doing." "Nobody prepares us for what it'…

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my take on it - supporting left handed kids 14:18

6M ago14:18

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send us a text via Fan Mail! A short answer to a question submitted on buzzsprout's new "FAN MAIL" function. Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!Di Bonnie Landry

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creating high school credits out of our kids passions and some things happening currently 10:59

7M ago10:59

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Takeaways from this episode: Passions can be turned into high school courses, such as chess Course titles can reflect the skills and concepts learned, like "applied mathematics through strategy." A high school course typically requires 120-150 hours of work, so what does that look like for their passions? A topical list…

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high school: balancing highschoolers with little ones and helping highschoolers flourish 56:44

8M ago56:44

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send us a text via Fan Mail! A listener, Caroline, brings her questions to the show, delving into the high school years for the first time with lots of younger siblings. Homeschooling with JOY Brilliant Beaver Guidebook - Audio Version Engage kids aged 6-9 with fun, screen-free activities from the world of scouting Support the show Contact On Insta…

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avoiding comparison and getting boys to do stuff 29:20

8M ago29:20

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send us a text via Fan Mail! well, exactly spelling and the brain by Andrew Pudewa Brilliant Beaver Guidebook - Audio Version Engage kids aged 6-9 with fun, screen-free activities from the world of scouting Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for liste…

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home birth, home life and owning our womanhood: an interview with Amber 56:02

8M ago56:02

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send us a text via Fan Mail! 1:42 - Conversion and honouring womanhood 4:53 - Welcome and family life 7:42 - Homebirth and home education 11:03 - Sharing birth experiences 20:27 - Motherhood, birth and feminism 29:30 - Sharing our passion, using our gifts 34:06 - All mothers work 37:40 - Surrendering to motherhood 42:50 - Mindful use of social medi…

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igniting a passion for learning: online courses with Homeschool Connections - and upcoming conference! 43:23

8M ago43:23

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Homeschool Connections founders Walter Crawford and Maureen Whittmann join me to discuss the online platform and how it is unique for homeschooling elementary through high school. We also discuss the upcoming online conference *click here for early bird pricing available until April 26, 2024* 2:11 - Welcome Walter and M…

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Raising Critical Thinkers: foundation, practice and application - an interview with author Julie Bogart 58:28

9M ago58:28

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Such a pleasure to have Julie Bogart join me to discuss her upcoming book and the importance of teaching writing and critical thinking skills in our homeschool. 00:41 - Welcome Julie / Beginnings in teaching writing 4:27 - Becoming critical thinkers 8:35 - Differing opinions in families/communities 17:32 - Teaching chil…

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time for joy, time for housework 22:08

9M ago22:08

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Another repurposed episode from the pre-podcast days... 1:15 - Finding time, creating time 2:10 - Slowing down 9:13 - Using a timer 12:06 - Make mealtimes easier 13:03 - A good day starts the night before 13:50 - Working alongside our children 18:23 - Managing during crisis Sink Reflections by Marla Cilley indentured se…

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simplify your life 23:47

9M ago23:47

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Repurposing a YouTube live from a while back.... At the beginning of covid I did some YouTube live, and thought they’d be worthiwhile sharing. Here’s where I make the bold statement that I can out talk covid 19. And I did. 1:20 - Why simplicity matters 6:31 - Start your day with a list 7:44 - Read to your kids 9:09 - Ch…

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church and state: the importance of forming our children in the affairs of both 58:34

9M ago58:34

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Welcome to our guest, Patrick Brown, homeschool dad and host of the podcast Crown and Crozier. 2:28 - Welcome Patrick, family life and podcast 13:14 - Raising our kids to be politically, economically awake 17:11 - Educating ourselves as parents 21:30 - Great resources available 32:08 - Voting, freedom and virtue 40:39 -…

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how to get started homeschooling and dealing with resistance 46:26

10M ago46:26

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Christina and I discuss where to begin if you are new to homeschooling, especially if your child has already been in school. How to establish a routine and create a playful, joyful environment for learning. We also discuss teaching a second language and using curriculum. 2:51 - Facing loneliness in motherhood 7:55 - Whe…

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homeschooling and bioethics: the curricula of human dignity starts at home, an interview with Samantha Stephenson 1:06:42

10M ago1:06:42

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Homeschooling mom and author Samantha Stephenson joins me to discuss the moral formation of our children and how to discuss sensitive topics with our kids. 3:10 - Welcome Samantha! 6:19 - What is bioethics? 18:15 - How to approach difficult questions 23:19 - Using dignified language with our children 29:14 - Answering q…

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marquette - why talk about NFP on a homeschool podcast? 42:30

10M ago42:30

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Well. If it makes your life simpler, let's try that out. 2:10 - Welcome Ashlee! 3:30 - How did you learn about Marquette? 6:18 - What is ecological breastfeeding? 10:06 - NFP, FAM and how Marquette differs from other methods 18:42 - Would you use Marquette postpartum or while breastfeeding? 20:01 - Is it a challenging m…

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oral reports - where are we going with this 33:27

10M ago33:27

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send us a text via Fan Mail! 2:07 - What do you make of oral reports? 5:04 - Learning speech arts through coop activities 14:26 - Historical fiction and memorization 30:05 - Playing with dress up clothes Homeschooling, simplified: great books to study Canadian history The Poet's Eye by Arthur Alexander Make Joy Normal Podcast by topic #makejoynorma…

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talk about burnout 30:16

10M ago30:16

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send us a text via Fan Mail! This is a live talk I did online when covid happened, and I've decided to produce a few of them here, converted into a podcast episode. 3:01 - Relationships first 5:58 - Develop a plan 7:12 - Simplicity in our homes 14:54 - Taking time off homeschooling 16:22 - Ideas for getting help 20:18 - Investing in yourself 25:12 …

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realistic expectations 7:40

11M ago7:40

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Homeschooling, simplified: what matters most: securing cooperation without sacrificing kindness #makejoynormal #homeschooling #education #attachment #kindness #relationship #joy Support the show Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for liste…

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when fertility is winding down: an interview with Abbey 42:42

11M ago42:42

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send us a text via Fan Mail! Such a lovely interview where one of my sweet listeners, Abbey, brings questions about the bittersweet time when fertility is "pending" - the onset of menopause and the challenge of not knowing. 4:05 - Welcome Abbey! 10:24 - Miscarriage and pregnancy after 40 13:53 - Being open to God's will 18:29 - Suffering and grace,…

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