Brave Writer

Discover the journey of a former school principal transitioning to homeschooling, emphasizing child-led learning and real-world experiences. Dive into the importance of community support and hands-on education. Uncover insights on embracing failure, facilitating childhood learning, and holistic growth in homeschooling. Explore the mind-body connection in education and favorite books and resources for homeschooling.

In our latest podcast episode, we took a closer look at the tough topic of leaving cults and the importance of thinking for ourselves. We had a deep chat with Sarah Edmondson and Nippy Ames, who shared their brave story of getting out of the NXIVM cult. This episode isn't just about their story; it's about how we all can learn to think more critically and stand up for our own beliefs.Resources:Sarah's book, Scarred: sarahedmondson.com/bookA Little Bit Culty Podcast: alittlebitculty.comSarah's website: sarahedmondson.comWatch Sarah’s TEDx Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=9K_CZbu-UAUThe Vow on Max: https://www.max.com/shows/vow/9dc0d8ae-fba1-4fd3-9479-c5824fec1421Start a free trial of CTCmath.com to try the math program that’s sure to grab and keep your child’s attention!Curious about Brave Writer but not quite sure what it’s all about? Join our free 7-Day Writing Blitz to transform your writing program in just one week!Sign up for our Text Message Pod Ring to get podcast updates and more!Send us podcast topic ideas by texting us: +1 (833) 947-3684Want help getting started with Brave Writer? Head over to bravewriter.com/getting-startedSign up for the Brave Writer newsletter to learn about all of the special offers we’re doing in 2022 and you’ll get a free seven-day Writing Blitz guide just for signing up: https://go.bravewriter.com/writing-blitzConnect with Julie:Instagram: @juliebravewriterThreads: @juliebravewriterTwitter: @bravewriterFacebook: facebook.com/bravewriterConnect with Melissa:Website: melissawiley.comSubstack: melissawiley.substack.comInstagram: @melissawileybooksTwitter: @melissawileyFacebook: facebook.com/authorMelissaWileyProduced by NOVA Media

Expert Julie Bogart discusses the importance of fostering critical thinking skills in children in the midst of overwhelming amounts of information. Topics include challenges of discerning truth in media, evaluating dental care recommendations, the debate on zoos, and the significance of critical thinking. A workbook and engaging conversations with teenagers are recommended.

Joshua Harris shares his personal journey of growth and transformation, reevaluating his beliefs and facing challenges. He discusses his best-selling book that has been retracted and explores the process of questioning one's beliefs. The chapter also delves into the challenges and pressures faced by homeschooling parents, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their efforts and understanding.

Melissa Wiley, a published author, shares her journey from an avid reader to a professional writer. They discuss favorite childhood books, the process of creating stories, challenges of writing adaptations, different writing opportunities, choosing a pen name, popular books, and the journey of becoming a writer.

This podcast explores the importance of building a strong relationship with your children in homeschooling and parenting. It discusses the dynamics of bidirectional relationships and the pitfalls of unidirectional relationships. The hosts also reflect on a funny incident from a homeschooling retreat reunion and discuss the importance of trust and boundaries in relationships. They emphasize the need for balance in energy exchange and explore the detrimental effects of authoritarian parenting. Overall, the podcast highlights the significance of putting the relationship with your children at the center of your homeschool.

Refresh your homeschooling with new ideas and approaches. Experiment with different educational styles and activities. Engage in creative learning with speech exercises, games, and music education. Empower children through design decisions and creative activities. Prioritize self-care for a balanced homeschooling journey.

Katie Doughty, founder of Team Kind Humans and host of the 'Raising Kind Humans' podcast, discusses the importance of teaching kindness and empowering kids to help others. They explore how to involve children in addressing tough world problems and share heartwarming stories. They also discuss problem posing education, providing online piano education, and raising kind and generous children through involvement in nonprofits and charities.

The podcast explores the reasons parents choose traditional school over homeschooling. It discusses the unique experiences and challenges of homeschooling and traditional schooling, including the decision to put a child with autism in school. The importance of a trial period for homeschooling and planning in 12-week chunks is emphasized. Different perspectives on school are explored, and the convenience of online piano lessons for children is discussed. The chapter also addresses the integration of homeschool activities into the school routine and the joy of giving books as gifts during the holiday season.

The hosts discuss the benefits of exploring words through games and personal connections. They emphasize the importance of embracing exploration and delight in writing and thinking. They explore the concept of planned spontaneity and share examples of engaging activities. They discuss baking cookies, enjoying tea time, and exploring local areas as ways to add variety to homeschooling. They also talk about the musical Snoopy and a captivating audio book.