Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear. Mark Twain Whether choosing to homeschool was deliberate, because of an unforeseen circumstance (looking at you COVID-era lockdowns), or a heartfelt calling guided by the Holy Spirit, taking on homeschooling can feel like a monumental, countercultural decision for…
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Quiet Strength: Navigating Homeschooling as an Introverted Mom with Extroverted Kids
As anyone that’s ever explored the idea of homeschooling knows, “socialization” is a topic that is likely to be brought up by the well-meaning, but usually ill-informed acquaintance. But as an introverted mom, sometimes this can be an especially sensitive topic. I’ve come to appreciate the beautiful contrasts and challenges…