Best Monica Swanson Podcasts (2024)

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The 5 Building Blocks of a Well-Rounded Student 24:03

1h ago24:03

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We all have unique interests and strengths, and then other areas that, well, don’t come so naturally. (right?) That’s perfectly normal. Yet, being well-rounded is important for navigating every area of life. I think it is a good idea to zoom out occasionally and take inventory of how we and our kids are doing in the way of being well-rounded, and b…

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184. Navigating Homeschooling: Monica Swanson Shares Expert Tips and Insights 35:36

25d ago35:36

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Welcome back, Family Brand community! Melissa here, and I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you featuring my amazing guest, Monica Swanson. Monica is the incredible creator behind the "Monica Swanson Blog" and the "Monica Swanson Podcast." With her deep wisdom in homeschooling and intentional parenting, I'm so excited to introduce her to y…

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274. Homeschooling Really Does Work! How Keeping It Simple With Specific Priorities Gives An Amazing Outcome With Monica Swanson On Becoming Homeschoolers 29:17

28d ago29:17

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Do you ever wonder if your homeschool kids are going to turn out okay? You're on the "road less traveled," so it's easy to wonder what the outcome will be. Monica Swanson had a similar thought when she began homeschooling her boys. And now, she's graduated 3 from high school and is enjoying continuing the journey with her 13 year old. From all the …

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187. Cultivating a Creator’s Mindset in Family Life 25:37

4h ago25:37

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Welcome back to the Family Brand Podcast! It’s Chris and Melissa here, and today we're diving into a topic that's close to our hearts: the power of creation. Whether it’s building our new home or shaping the lives of our children, we're all about embracing our roles as creators. In today’s episode, we reflect on the process of building our new home…

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Unleash Your Potential: Breath Works with Niraj Naik 52:02

1d ago52:02

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Niraj Naik created a global community of heart-centred changemakers by founding SOMA Breath - the global breathwork and wellness movement with over 2000 certified instructors, and hundreds of thousands of students around the globe. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS https:/…

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283. When Your Why For Homeschooling Is Bigger Than Academics: Yvette Hampton Of Schoolhouse Rocked On Creating a Discipleship Focused Homeschool 35:03

1h ago35:03

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The first question most homeschool families ask is something about curriculum and the academic part of home education. Sure, that has it's place. But, what if it isn't the most important thing about these years with your children at home? Today's guest, Yvette Hampton, of Schoolhouse Rocked is sharing what she discovered on her journey as a new hom…

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Avoid Mistakes: Expert Podcast Guest Strategies - Josef Schinwald 56:36

4h ago56:36

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Josef Schinwald is a speaker, author, podcaster, podcast guesting expert, and founder of the Elite Podcast PR & Booking Agency Guest Experts On Air. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS https://braingym.fitness/ =============== Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠htt…

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Ep. 72: A Summer Life Catch-up (Some Good, Some Sad) 27:53

2d ago27:53

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Buckle up, friends, because a lot has happened since last May, and I’m chatting about it all during today’s episode. From family travel to trips abroad to really happy news, followed by sadness, it’s been a roller coaster ride of a summer. And yet, through it all, God is faithful and good to show Himself loving every step of the way. Sponsor Info:V…

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282. Is School Getting In The Way Of Education? Learn How to Deschool Yourself So Your Homeschool Can Be Amazing 20:04

1d ago20:04

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So much about homeschool has to do with our children. And rightly so. But, did you know that when homeschool parents have the right perspective, it trickles down to their children? And then homeschool becomes more enjoyable for the entire family! One of the major sticking points for moms and dads is the relearning of what education really can be. W…

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Healthy Eating Series: Fermented Foods 101 – S4, E2 51:53

1d ago51:53

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In this episode, join Jami in her healthy eating miniseries to discuss fermented foods, their benefits, and how to easily get started. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com W…

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The 7 Levels of Wisdom with Mónica Esgueva 51:46

3d ago51:46

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Mónica Esgueva is a renowned figure whose journey and expertise in mindfulness, personal transformation, and spirituality are transforming lives globally. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS https://braingym.fitness/ =============== Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts …

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The 7 Levels of Wisdom with Mónica Esgueva 51:46

3d ago51:46

51:46

Mónica Esgueva is a renowned figure whose journey and expertise in mindfulness, personal transformation, and spirituality are transforming lives globally. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS https://braingym.fitness/ =============== Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts …

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186. Switching Up Family Trips for Empowerment, Education, and Connection. 22:13

3d ago22:13

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Hey Family Brand community, it’s Chris and Melissa here! We've just wrapped up some truly special family adventures and can't wait to dive into all the details with you. This episode is all about a couple of unique trips we took—Chris with our girls to a "girl dad" camp, and Melissa with our boys exploring the historical city of Boston. These trips…

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281. Back To School: What Is The Best Way To Set Up Your Homeschool Schedule? Get Your Year And Days Organized 21:18

5d ago21:18

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24 hours in a day, 7 days a week for 365 days a year and that is a lot of time to fill up, but also not a lot of time as a homeschool mom. The home education of your children is a priority, but how can that fit into a family's daily life? And how does it become a center block to the day? If we fail to plan, we plan to fail. And this is so true for …

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Creating the best preschool years, with Lindsey Mimnaugh of Treehouse Schoolhouse 42:22

6d ago42:22

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Lindsey Mimnaugh has grown a huge online following for her beautiful curriculums, nature studies, and always-inspiring social media posts (See: Treehouse Schoolhouse online) I love her book suggestions and all of her ideas for training little ones with good habits, life skills, and open-ended play! Beginning her homeschooling journey before she had…

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Ep. 71: Reflecting the Heart of God through Adoption (A Chat with Jep and Jessica Robertson) 29:48

6d ago29:48

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Hey, friends! We’re back with new guests (Jep and Jessica Robertson of Duck Dynasty), new sponsors, and new encouragement. In this episode, the Robertsons share about how the Lord led them to adopt their son and the lessons God has taught them through the process. They also share about Dear Valor, the children’s book they wrote in order to share th…

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280. Back To School: Let's Crush Your Housework And Get It All Done During The Homeschool Year 21:11

9d ago21:11

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Being a stay at home homeschooling mom is a lot of fun, but it isn't without it's challenges. One of those being the keeping up with all of the chores and housework. It is never ending and can make us feel like giving up altogether. There is hope though! And it doesn't have to be all or nothing. A manageable chore system is within your reach. And t…

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279. Back To School: How To Choose The Right Homeschool Curriculum For This Year 16:21

8d ago16:21

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One of your top concerns, if not the top one, is which curriculum should you use to homeschool your children? And there are a ton out there to choose from, which I'm sure you have discovered. In this week's series all about back to homeschool, let's tackle the elephant in the room: curriculum. I have a very specific method for choosing curriculum a…

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Healthy Eating Series: Is bread healthy? – S4, E1 58:17

9d ago58:17

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In this episode, Jami talks about whether bread and flour will kill your health or are actually hidden super foods. Then she shares some secrets for how to make bread healthier in an easy way! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to …

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278. Helping Homeschool Moms To Raise Discerning Readers Who Love Good Books With Jamie Erickson Of The Unlikely Homeschool 39:57

12d ago39:57

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It's well known how important reading is for your homeschool children. But, as a parent, you know that each of your children is different and an individual, which comes with challenges as you home educate. You really want them to learn to read well and enjoy reading so that they continue with it beyond their homeschooling years. But, there is also …

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The Holistic Approach to Menopause with Amita Sharma 37:10

12d ago37:10

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Amita Sharma is co-founder of NourishDoc, a global holistic wellness platform for women to manage their hormone transition from PMS to Postmenopause. - Thanks to my Sponsors : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://www.…

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Can Menopause be a Divorse Trigger with Amita Sharma 37:10

12d ago37:10

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Amita Sharma is co-founder of NourishDoc, a global holistic wellness platform for women to manage their hormone transition from PMS to Postmenopause. - Thanks to my Sponsors : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://www.…

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5 Family Things to Do Before Summer is Through! 20:57

13d ago20:57

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Summertime is so special, yet the days are fleeting (right?) And without some intentionality it’s easy to wrap up summer, wondering where the days have gone. Whether your kids are about to start back to school already (like here in Hawaii!) or you still have a few weeks, you’ll be glad to make the most of these days while summer is still in the air…

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277. 15 Benefits Of Homeschooling You May Not Realize In 15 Minutes 20:28

15d ago20:28

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From the outside looking in, most people {homeschoolers included}, look at just the academics and measure success by that standard. But, really, homeschooling is an entire lifestyle. Every part of your life can be knit together with the home education of your children. Sure, homeschoolers can go to college, be entrepreneurs, get great jobs, achieve…

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Should Christians care about being “natural?” – S3, E53 54:47

16d ago54:47

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In this episode, Jami discusses the importance of living healthy while balancing it with the fact that God is in control of all things. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com …

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Secrets of Big Bet Leadership Unveiled by John Rossman 35:52

17d ago35:52

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John Rossman is the author of four books on leadership and business innovation including the bestseller The Amazon Way and Big Bet Leadership. He is an early Amazon executive who played a key role in launching the Amazon marketplace business in 2002. - Thanks to my Sponsors : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to …

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185. What's New in Family Brand: Navigating Teen Screen Time Challenges 22:08

18d ago22:08

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Welcome back, Family Brand community! It’s just Melissa this week, and I’m excited to share some really impactful things we have coming up at Family Brand, as well as a recent experiment we tried with managing our teenagers' screen time. In case you missed the exciting news, I want to let you know about all the resources we have to help strengthen …

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276. Can A Homeschool Mom Really Do It All? Examining Priorities And How You Spend Your Time 25:44

19d ago25:44

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Ah, the age old question all moms ask themselves. Sometimes it's out loud. And other times, it's a little voice in the back of your mind. "Is it possible to do it all?" Homeschooling kicks this question up a notch and often leaves moms feeling defeated. And you know that isn't the right mindset to have day in and day out with your family. Let's exa…

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Luke’s Surf Journey and Competitive Mindset, with my son, Luke 1:48:05

23d ago1:48:05

1:48:05

This is part 3 of my summer mini-series on parenting and youth sports. Be sure to tune into the last two episodes if you have missed them! In today’s episode, my son Luke (20,) joins me talk about his experience pursuing a professional surf career. For context he explains a bit about how competitive surfing works, where he is now in the process, an…

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Teaching Meditation to Busy People with Busy Minds - Ann Swanson 48:06

21d ago48:06

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Ann Swanson teaches meditation to busy people with busy minds. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://www.danielpackard.com/ UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE…

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Teaching Meditation to Busy People with Busy Minds - Ann Swanson 48:06

23d ago48:06

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Ann Swanson teaches meditation to busy people with busy minds. ======= Help Support the show hrough my Business Partners : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://www.danielpackard.com/ UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE…

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275. 5 Tips On How To Increase Your Patience With Your Homeschooled Children 21:49

22d ago21:49

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The concern over patience...and the lack of enough of it...holds parents back from homeschooling all the time. And once you begin homeschooling, it's what makes you question if it really is best for your children to be home with you all day. Is it possible to grow in patience as a stay at home homeschool mom? I think it definitely is as I've seen m…

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Secrets to Navigating Business Curveballs with Chris Lautenslager 46:26

23d ago46:26

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Chris Lautenslager is an accomplished business leader with over 40 years of experience in sales and business management. - Thanks to my Sponsors : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://www.danielpackard.com/ Upgrade Yo…

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3 Faith Principles for Navigating Youth Sports, with Dr. Dave. 35:50

29d ago35:50

35:50

Welcome to part II of our summer series on parenting and youth sports. Be sure to catch last week’s (packed!) episode if you missed it! Today my husband Dave is with us to consider 3 important FAITH PRINCIPLES that impact our kids’ athletic endeavors. Background: Dave played soccer through the collegiate and professional level, and we are both supe…

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My Best Work at Home Tips – S3 E52 44:59

29d ago44:59

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In this episode, Jami shares her schedule and rhythms for working from home as a homeschooling mom of 7. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Recommended books: Superfans by Pat Flynn Will it fly? Pat Flynn Living Forward Michael Hyatt Your Best Year Ever Mich…

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273. What to Do With Your Desire to Homeschool: Living Out Your Motherhood Heart Dream While Educating Your Children 21:36

1M ago21:36

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As a mom, you want the best for your children. They mean so much to you and this draw to homeschool is so strong in your heart. You know that it is the best educational path for your kids, as well as the life you want for your family. Often, there are doubts and questions that creep in. These can be planted due to cultural norms that are screaming …

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272. How To Build the Best Bond With Your Graduated Homeschool Child: Motherhood And The Young Adult Years 21:52

1M ago21:52

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You might be many years away from graduating your child from homeschool, but can I tell you from personal experience that the time will begin to fly by? And before you know: you'll have a young adult stepping out into the world. One of the reasons you have decided to homeschool is to build relationships in your family. And once they are done with t…

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183. Surround your Kids with Cool People 15:26

1M ago15:26

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Hey Family Brand community! Chris and Melissa here, and we're excited to share something we’ve been reflecting on since our amazing 4th of July weekend. This week, we dive into the "cool aunt and uncle effect," where we noticed our kids absorbing wisdom from adults other than us--maybe even more effectively! It's about recognizing that sometimes, t…

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Can we Make Youth Sports Fun Again? With John O’Sullivan 49:19

1M ago49:19

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Note: This is the first of a 3-part summer series on Youth Sports. (I'm so excited about this!) I hope you’ll spread the word and comment over in show notes to keep the conversation going. According to recent research, 70% of kids drop out of organized athletics by the age of 13. Today’s guest, John O’Sullivan, suggests that this is because youth s…

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271. Use This Summer To Get Yourself Ready For Next Year: 5 Ways To Be Mentally And Emotionally Healthy 18:51

1M ago18:51

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Right about now, you're probably footloose and fancy free when it comes to homeschool. You're on summer break and that time in between school years gives you a chance to breathe. But when you think about next homeschool year, does your chest tighten a little? Do you give out a sigh? All of the juggling done during the homeschool year can make a mom…

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Creative ideas for getting out of a kitchen rut – S3, E51 1:13:37

1M ago1:13:37

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In this episode, Jami gives some of her best tips and tricks to get out of a kitchen rut and breathe life back into your cooking. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch …

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182. Be You…And a Mother! Rediscovering Yourself in Motherhood with Liz Norton 39:57

1M ago39:57

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Hey Mama! Have you ever felt like you've kind of lost yourself in the whirlwind of motherhood? We’ve all been there, and that's exactly why I brought my friend Liz Norton onto our podcast. Liz has been right where you are, feeling like she's just 'Mom' and forgetting about the woman behind that title. Together, we dive into what it means to redisco…

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270. Unschooling, Day to Day Homeschooling, Uniquely Educating Each Child, And Stepping Out Of The School Matrix With Cheryl Daley Of The Homeschool How To 28:23

1M ago28:23

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Most of us step into the homeschooling world overwhelmed by the terms, curriculum, and methodology. We have so many questions and it feels intimidating to ask them. Today's guest, Cheryl Daley, of The Homeschool How To podcast is asking some amazing questions as she sifts through it all in order to homeschool her children. We talk about unschooling…

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You Don't have a Business Problem, You have a People Problem - Matthew Stafford 45:11

1M ago45:11

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Matthew Stafford is the CEO and Owner of Build Grow Scale and the mad scientist behind the data and development of BGS’s Revenue Optimization TM system. - Thanks to my Sponsors : If you or know some body you know is struggling with anxiety and want to know how to be 100% anxiety free, in 6 weeks, without therapy or drugs, fully guaranteed https://w…

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How to Give Your Kids What Technology Can’t, with Erin Loechner  40:20

1M ago40:20

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"We’ve all heard the mind-boggling statistics about technology and social media use. The numbers don’t lie; our obsession with smartphones and social media is slowly eroding the very essence of our homes and families. We see it. We feel it. We know it. So what do we do about it? "... - Erin Loechner, today's guest. Erin Loechner walked away from ov…

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