I’ve noticed an interesting connection. I look at my neighbors, community, state, nation and the world and see everyone is unique and beautiful but I do not have any compulsion to copy their day-to-day life. I don’t ever look at other people’s lives and think, “Wow! I need to copy everything you wear, the house you buy, the food you eat, the car you drive.” But I will do that when trying to select homeschooling curriculum, schedules or philosophies. I wonder why I put myself into that box? Why would I think that of all things our best learning would come from copying someone else?
I certainly like to consider reviews and recommendations. But when it comes to my children’s education, trying to follow in any particular person’s footsteps does not seem natural to me. Maybe some personalities and families feel considerable trust and assurance by following? It could be that my personality of enneagram 4 or INFP likes to be wild and free? Ultimately I return to the path that leads to peace and rest. I know that when my thoughts are saturated in fear and unmet expectations that I’ve wandered from our signature adventure.
April Box said:
This is great advice. Right now my son is in a special needs program in public school, but homeschooling has always been in the back of my mind, as a possibility. But then I get anxious thinking of the “right” way to do it. Your words are an assurance that the right way is the way that works for your children and you.
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Kim Huitt said:
April. I’m so glad we have choices. The homeschool circle is constantly chewing on the “am I doing the right thing and the right way” bone. But after 10 years of doing this and also listening to veterans moms who have graduated children I have to say the best path is the one where we have a strong relationship with our children and feel absolute freedom in the journey. I hope whatever you choose to do brings you joy and peace. God will fully equip you. Big hugs!
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Been There with Kids said:
There is no right way, just the one that works for that family or even individual child. Great post! Thanks for sharing!
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