Why is it that everyone else seems to have all their ducks in a row but me? I'm squandering about trying to find where I fit into things, trying to get comfortable. Why is it that I'm so frustrated with homeschooling when I should be at peace?
If you've ever said any these words when you've thought about homeschooling your children, then it's official, you fit in to the Homeschooling Mom Society - the world of average Homeschooling Moms who have all, at one point or another, questioned their ability to adequately teach their children from home. Whether it's been about choosing a curriculum, getting Johnny to catch on to a concept, feeling overwhelmed, inadequate, or underachieved or even how to get started homeschooling, we've all been mommy worry warts.
When I've felt this way, I've have to take a moment and focus on my three r's:
Refocus on the reason you're homeschooling in the first place. Our reason for homeschooling is based on Deuteronomy 6:1-7 and Acts 17:11. We use our homeschool to teach our children diligently in the Lord and to teach them the importance of searching the scripture daily with a readiness of mind. This is our first priority. So when I refocus, I have to remember that I'm doing this task to glorify Him and not myself. When I feel faint in this area, I also seek my husband for his thoughts and encouragement. He's usually able to help me refocus on things. Maybe I'm implementing things that are unnecessary. Maybe I need to focus on discipline a bit more. My husband is our homeschool principal, and he holds me accountable in our studies.
Remember to seek first the Kingdom. Many times I'm struggling, I have allowed other, less important, things to take priority and have not spent enough time with the Lord. Once I've refocused, I have to remember that the time I spend with the Lord is what gives me my strength. I go to Him and He restores me to do the job that I'm doing for Him. Remembering to start my day seeking the Lord and His righteousness helps me to homeschool with meekness, removing the self righteousness that is often the cause of the tizzy that I've worked myself into.
Recognize that every homeschool is unique. Just like there are no two children alike, there are truly no two homeschools that are identical. You know your children better than anyone and you are able to provide them with the very individual, and unique education that they need. Just like there's no one who can replace you as a parent, there's no one who could fill your shoes as a teacher to your children.
The three R's are what keeps me on track and I'm able to continue my homeschooling journey with a refreshed spirit.
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