Best Rachel Rainbolt Podcasts (2024)

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#63 Rachel Rainbolt (Sage Family) | The Art of Parenting and Learning Without a Classroom 1:01:23

14d ago1:01:23

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When the world we've carefully crafted for our children comes into full bloom, it's nothing short of magical. Rachel Rainbolt joined us to share the rich tapestry of her family's journey through attachment parenting to the liberating philosophy of unschooling. Her reflections give us a window into how her children flourished as they pursued their p…

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#65 Sue Elvis | Stories of an Unschooling Family 1:09:58

2h ago1:09:58

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Sue Elvis from StoriesOfAnUnschoolingFamily.com as she shares her fascinating journey through unschooling her children. Sue shares how she strikes a balance between fostering her children's individual passions and engaging in collective family activities, creating a harmonious learning environment free from the constraints of traditional education.…

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#64 Sue Patterson | UnschoolingMom2Mom - Connect more with your kids 1:05:41

23h ago1:05:41

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As I watched the light gradually fade from my child's eyes with each passing school day, I knew a change was necessary. This episode chronicles Sue's own metamorphosis from a traditional suburban parent trapped within the confines of the schooling system to a fervent unschooling evangelist. Sue bravely shares the trials and triumphs of her journey,…

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Da Ladies #8 | Embracing Curiosity: Unschooling as a Path to Authentic Learning 1:19:20

4d ago1:19:20

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Watching my children one lazy afternoon, unburdened by timetables and homework, I was struck by their innate curiosity. We embrace and celebrate this very authenticity in our little ones in our latest podcast episode. With my fellow wise women Carla, Sarah, and Luna, we weave a conversation around the unschooling movement—a radical shift from tradi…

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#62 Dr. Gordon Neufeld | Hold On To Your Kids: Unveiling the Power of Parental Attachment 58:14

21d ago58:14

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We celebrate the 20th anniversary of Dr. Gordon Neufeld's seminal book, "Hold On To Your Kids: Why Parents Matter More Than Peers," which he co-wrote with Dr. Gabor Maté. Gordon's work has transformed our understanding of child development through the lens of parental attachment. In this episode, Gordon shares the critical importance of maintaining…

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#61 Patricia Lohan | Fun with Feng Shui: A Path to Harmony and Empowerment for Self-Directed Living 48:54

28d ago48:54

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Do you respect yourself and the places you spend time in? Jesper shares his own journey from skepticism to "Hey, that is cool." When Jesper first heard about feng shui, he thought it was a weird mumbo jumbo since he had learned to love it. It is a great way to use the energy in your house. For this episode, we have invited Feng Shui expert Patricia…

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#60 What about the social life of an unschooler | Sam KingDavis asks us anything 58:15

1M ago58:15

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In this special Ask Us Anything episode, we welcome back Sam KingDavis, the renowned street artist from Prague whom we interviewed for episode #17. Sam had many questions about unschooling, so we invited him to ask us anything for this episode. Together with Sam, we embark on a detailed exploration of how unschooling impacts socialization, family d…

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#59 Four Arrows | Embracing Indigenous Wisdom, Sustainable Living, and the Journey to 'Enoughness' 45:10

1M ago45:10

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Join us for a riveting episode that journeys into the heart of Indigenous wisdom with Don Trent Jacobs, known affectionately as Four Arrows, a beacon of Lakota teachings and a profound advocate for American Indian rights. Four Arrows invites us into his world, sharing the story behind his evocative Lakota name, Wahinkpe Topa, and how it has guided …

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#58 - Dr. Karin Lubin & Randy Crutcher | Shaping a Purposeful Life Through Passion and Health 57:40

1M ago57:40

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Jesper met Dr. Karin Lubin and Randy Crutcher when he worked as the marketing director for The Passion Test. Working on this wonderful project has been a life-changing journey of finding and following our true passions. Cecilie and Jesper probably wouldn't be full-time travelers without The Passion Test. It's life-changing—go check it out. This epi…

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#57 - Lucy Aitkenread | Being a parent is a gateway to Self-Discovery: A Journey Towards Community, Connection, and Healing 53:11

2M ago53:11

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When Lucy AitkenRead swapped the serenity of her yurt for the lively hum of town life, it wasn't just a change of scenery—it was a pivotal shift in her family's journey. Our conversation with Lucy delves into how this move, prompted by a craving for community and connection, wasn't solely for her children's benefit. It also marked a turning point i…

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#56 - Jessica Jacobs | Ditchschool: Passion-Driven Learning and Early College Experience 1:01:00

2M ago1:01:00

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Ditch School, where unschooling meets early college, challenging educational norms. Jessica Jacobs is the founder of Ditch School. Jessica's sons' quest for knowledge led them beyond the confines of traditional schooling to embrace unschooling, paired with early college experiences. She challenges the status quo, advocating for education that align…

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#55 - Sandra Dodd | The Unforeseen Benefits of Unschooling - Healing past traumas 1:13:48

2M ago1:13:48

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Unschooling profoundly impacts both children and parents. For many parents, the process of deschooling themselves is a journey of personal growth and healing. By allowing your children to thrive free from academic pressures, you also foster a unique space for parental reflection and development. Together with Sandra Dodd, we delve into 'The Unfores…

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Better Dad Podcast # 1: Conflicts and how we solve them! 50:00

2M ago50:00

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Jesper Conrad and Martin Cooke have started The Better Dad Institute. This episode is the first of their podcast series, which is simply called 'Better Dad Podcast.' The goal is to explore topics together, daring to be vulnerable and sharing. A Podcast version of what goes on in The Better Dad Circles. Details about this episode: As a father, I've …

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#54 - Sandra Dodd | Unschooling thoughts on gaming, YouTube and the internet 55:57

3M ago55:57

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Where do you stand on gaming, YouTube, and the internet? It is a difficult subject. So many thoughts and strategies. Together with Sandra Dodd, we explore the complexities of the digital age with an open mind. We hope this episode will help you redefine parental boundaries, encourage independent thinking, and cultivate a relationship with technolog…

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Da Ladies #7 | Embracing Unschooling: Practical Strategies for Nurturing Self-Directed Learners 1:20:03

3M ago1:20:03

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We explore practical strategies for nurturing our children's natural curiosity and love of learning. Together with my three friends—Sarah Bealel, Carla Martinez, and Luna Maj Vestergaard, we get hands-on, shedding light on how unschooling unfolds in daily life. We share insights into how children learn to read without formal lessons and discuss par…

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#53 - Jo Isaac | The Transformative Power of Self-Directed Education 1:02:37

3M ago1:02:37

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"I remember the day I threw the school bell out the window – figuratively, of course. It marked my family's leap into unschooling." Jo Isaac shares her journey through the transformative world of self-directed learning, where children lead, and education is as dynamic as the rhythms of life itself. Stepping away from the conventional classroom, we …

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#52 Robyn Coburn | From Doubt to Devotion The Unschooling Transformation 25:35

3M ago25:35

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Robin Coburn shares her journey from doubting to advocating the unschooling movement. Together, we uncover the beauty of reshaping family dynamics and nurturing a bond with children that is rooted in patience, openness, and understanding. Through Robin's narrative, you'll witness how unschooling paves the way for a non-authoritarian approach to par…

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#51 Akilah S. Richards | Raising Free People - Unschooling from a Black Perspective 50:08

3M ago50:08

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Akilah S. Richards guides us through her transformative journey, highlighting the significance of unschooling seen from a Black perspective. We navigate the challenges faced in the unschooling journey, especially within the context of Black families. Akilah underscores the importance of nurturing creativity, autonomy, and play in education and how …

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#50 - Eric Balance | Crafting a Conscious, Intentional Life - From Addiction to Purpose 58:48

4M ago58:48

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We received an email asking if we were up for recording an episode with Eric Balance. We are living in a yes mode, so here is our talk with Eric. Eric has been through a transformative journey from a heavy addiction to dedicating his life to helping people live a more spiritual life. To embrace his own big life changes, he changed his name to 'Eric…

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#49 - Q&A Episode with Just Josie | Journey into Unschooling and the Heart of Parenting 1:17:12

4M ago1:17:12

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We got an email with great questions from a listener. Instead of a long email answer, we invited Josie to interview us for an episode. Josie doesn't use her last name, so we lovingly call her Just Josie :) Josie is navigating the tides of raising young children while embracing the principles of unschooling. Josie's tale of transition from the simpl…

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#48 - Blake Boles | Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School? 1:18:50

4M ago1:18:50

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Blake Boles is an unschooling advocate and author of the book 'Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School' he also runs transformative teen programs called Unschool Adventures. In this episode, we also explore the transformative power of alternative education. We examine the conventional education system's limitations and champion personalized l…

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#47 Dean Bokhari | Balancing Work, Values, and Fulfilment: A Life's Manual 1:38:02

4M ago1:38:02

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Dean Bokhari, the innovative creator of Flash Books. Dean shares his journey from avid reader to pioneering a new way of consuming literature, offering a lifeline for those strapped for time but eager to dive into self-help and business books. Our conversation takes a significant turn as we address the topic of masculinity and its impact on childho…

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Da Ladies #6 | Da Ladies Kinda Hate Christmas 1:38:46

4M ago1:38:46

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Join Cecilie, Carla, Luna, and Sarah for a heartfelt and insightful discussion about the complexities of Christmas, as we delve into its many layers. In this episode, we confront the often overwhelming emotions associated with the holiday season, from the stress of consumerism to the intricate family dynamics. We candidly share our experiences with…

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#46 Kelly Halldorson | The Unschool Bus that inspired our travels 1:56:01

4M ago1:56:01

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Few experiences rival the thrill of breaking the shackles of conventional life and embracing the open road. Our guest, Kelly Halldorson, and her family did just that, converting a school bus into a mobile home and traversing through 35 states over three years. Kelly called their project The Unschool Bus, and they inspired us to purchase a bus and t…

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95: Ceremony with Magdalena Garcia 1:08:54

4M ago1:08:54

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“Ceremony is the point in time when we all know it’s time to stop . . . and honor something or someone. Ceremony is the time and the place. And ritual, those are the elements within ceremony that get us deeper, that actually encourage us to pause and find meaning. So the elements of ritual: things like symbolism, the activation of the senses . . . …

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#45 Karen Ricks | Embracing Unschooling: Karen's Transformative Journey from the US to Japan and Beyond 1:42:44

4M ago1:42:44

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Meet Karen Ricks, a brave woman who relocated from the US to Japan, reshaping her life and changing her perspective on education. Her journey is an invitation to a new world where societal expectations about education and productivity are dismissed, and personal goals are set free from the need for external validation. From living in snowy Japan to…

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#44 - Randall Hardy | Breaking Barriers: How to Have a Respectful Approach to Parenting 1:40:38

5M ago1:40:38

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Randall Hardy joins us for a conversation on the complexities of parenting and the journey to adulthood. Randall shares insights from his own parenting journey; and together, we promise to redefine your understanding of 'childism', family dynamics, and preparing children for adulthood. You'll learn to identify and rectify the problematic ways we so…

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94: Emotional Labor with Rose Hackman 1:04:36

5M ago1:04:36

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“What happens when you don’t teach a whole group of people to understand their emotions is that they become extremely emotionally dysregulated . . . it then tends to be a woman who is tasked with modulated that partner’s expression, especially when there are kids involved and you’re trying to be a buffer between that temper—that mood—and your child…

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Da Ladies #5 | Challenging Societal Norms: Navigating the Transition to Unschooling 1:39:14

5M ago1:39:14

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Have you ever considered that societal norms and structures may be limiting your autonomy? Join Cecilie, Carla, Luna, and Sarah, when they challenge these conventions and explore the empowering nature of leading a values-based life. We discuss how unschooling - a deviation from the norm, sparks enlightening conversations and insights. We thoroughly…

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#43 Pat Farenga | Shaping Lifelong Learning: The Power and Potential of Unschooling 1:39:42

5M ago1:39:42

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Dive into an enlightening episode of our podcast where we explore the transformative world of alternative education models with Patrick Farenga, a luminary in the homeschooling and unschooling arena. This episode promises an in-depth look at the evolution of education, from traditional classrooms to innovative concepts like charter schools and micr…

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#42 Alex Wildrising | Communication, Trust, and Partnership in Unschooling 1:54:40

5M ago1:54:40

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Unschooling enthusiast Alex Wildrising joins us for this episode. Have you ever considered unschooling but grappled with doubts and skepticism? Together with Alex, we guide you through our journey, pointing out the significance of relationships, open dialogue, mutual trust, and understanding in reshaping perspectives, especially of skeptical partne…

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93: Consent with Fran Liberatore 59:39

5M ago59:39

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“I believe that all humans have a right to ownership over their body, over their mental, spiritual, emotional autonomy and consent is kind of a way to ensure that it’s not just us being autonomous everywhere but we are also respecting other people’s boundaries and right to be autonomous. My autonomy ends where yours begins.” Fran Liberatore joins m…

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#41 - Jen Keefe | Thriving Teens, Freedom through Unschooling and Authentic Parenting 2:11:36

6M ago2:11:36

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Are you ready to challenge the status quo and question conventional wisdom? Join us, as we welcome back Jen Keefe in a revolutionary conversation that has the potential to shatter traditional assumptions about education, parenting, and societal norms. We examine the journey of Jen's daughter, who, despite being homeschooled, exceeded all expectatio…

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#40 Bria Bloom | Unschooling and the Alliance for Self-Directed Education 1:05:54

6M ago1:05:54

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Meet Bria Bloom, Executive Director of the Alliance for Self-Directed Education (ASDE) and a passionate advocate for alternative education methods. Raised in the philosophy of self-directed education, Bria didn't attend conventional schooling until age 16. She later designed her own baccalaureate and earned an M.S. in early childhood education. Tod…

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92: Warrior with Karen Young 54:28

6M ago54:28

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“We have to give them the neuroscience. This is going to strip any shame. It’s going to make it easier for them to turn and face and own their behavior. We really have to turn these feelings into allies and friends.” Karen Young joins me in today’s episode about inner warriors (anxiety). Karen is a psychologist, speaker, consultant, the founder of …

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Da Ladies #4 | Exploring Attachment Parenting and Unschooling: A Shift in Perspective 1:23:33

6M ago1:23:33

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Join us on this exploration of attachment parenting, respectful parenting, and unschooling, where we examine the strong biological connections and implications in our parenting choices. We unpack the misconceptions around attachment parenting and discuss how a values-based unschooling life can emerge from it. This episode helps you understand the n…

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#39 Laurie A. Couture | Empowering Children: A Fresh Perspective on Trauma, Attachment, and Alternative Education 1:18:25

6M ago1:18:25

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Laurie A Couture is an expert in childhood developmental trauma and attachment, and the author of "Nurturing and Empowering Our Sons" and "Instead of Medicating and Punishing." In this episode, Laurie shares her groundbreaking insights and introduces the Couture Protocol, a transformative 12-dimensional system for trauma recovery, emphasizing the i…

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#38 Miró Siegel | Embracing the Unconventional with Miró - a grown up worldschooler 1:23:39

6M ago1:23:39

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Miró Siegel, the son of Laini Liberti. In this episode, Miró shares his remarkable journey into the world of worldschooling, including the exhilarating experience of giving a TED Talk alongside his mother. Their adventure began unexpectedly, with a leap from their conventional life in Los Angeles into the …

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91: Declarative Language with Linda Murphy 58:52

6M ago58:52

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“It shifts your communication dynamic from one that might be negative to one that’s positive. It moves it from demand based or power struggles to connection and partnership.” Linda Murphy joins me in today’s episode about Declarative Language. Linda is a speech language pathologist and RDI® Constultant. We discuss social learning differences, imper…

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#37 Torsten Klaus | Fathers in Focus: Unschooling, Masculinity and Shattering Stereotypes 1:21:40

7M ago1:21:40

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Torsten Klaus is a pioneering advocate for unschooling, a devoted father of three unschooled children, and the founder of Young Cre8ors. Torsten's passion for creativity and storytelling began in his youth when he fell in love with typewriters, cassette recorders, and the art of crafting handmade newspapers and audiobooks. This early passion evolve…

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#36 Nicole Kenyon | Defying Labels and Embracing Unschooling 44:42

7M ago44:42

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🗓️ Recorded September 4st, 2023. 📍Blaye, France We've all been there: doubting our intelligence and our worth, feeling inadequate due to someone else's labels. Our guest, Nicole Kenyon, knows this feeling all too well. She was labeled as "stupid-ish" at a young age, but that certainly didn't define her. From her journey of breaking free from this l…

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90: Aggression with Tosha Shore 47:21

7M ago47:21

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“Limits are the thing parents struggle with the most and it’s one of the most important pieces of the puzzle. Until you feel confident and competent in your limit setting skills, it’s going to be really hard to help your child through aggressive behaviors.” Tosha Schore joins me in today’s episode about Aggression. Tosha is a parent coach and the f…

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#35 Jen Keefe | Unschooling and Mental Health: A Parent's Perspective 1:08:28

7M ago1:08:28

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🗓️ Recorded September 2st, 2023. 📍Saint-Nazaire Bridge, France Jen Keefe is an inspiring unschooling mom who has taken the bold step of challenging traditional educational norms. Jen's personal struggles with mental health profoundly influenced her journey from conventional education to the liberating world of unschooling. These experiences shaped …

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Da Ladies #3 | Navigating Social Challenges in the Unschooling Journey 1:17:13

7M ago1:17:13

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Unlock the secrets to successful socialization in the unschooling journey with us, your hosts, Cecilie Conrad, Carla Martinez, Sarah Beale, and Luna Maj. We promise to share our personal experiences, address your concerns, and provide invaluable insights that will help you foster a nurturing social environment for your unschooled child. We tackle t…

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