Hi Reader! Just a quick reminder that today is our live webinar: Rethinking Independence: Why Motivation Grows Through Interdependence If independence and motivation have been ongoing tension points in your homeschool, I’m really glad you’ll be joining us. This conversation isn’t about pushing kids harder or fixing anything. It’s about understanding why independent work is hard for so many capable kids—and what kind of support actually helps motivation and confidence grow over time. 🕒 Today...
2 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I wanted to share a quick update and make things easier for you. I’ve simplified the registration process for our upcoming webinar, Rethinking Independence: Why Motivation Grows Through Interdependence. 👉 The link now takes you directly to the Zoom registration page.This helps ensure everyone receives the secure Zoom link and the replay.Click Here to register on ZOOM A couple of important notes: Members still need to register in order to receive the Zoom link. If you already signed...
3 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Many of us are taught the goal of education is help our kids become independent. Independent learners.Independent workers.Independent thinkers. And like a lot of parents, I quietly measured how things were going by one question:Can my child do this on their own? What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was working with an incomplete picture of what independence actually requires. Here are three shifts in understanding that changed everything for me — both in how I supported my...
4 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Today is going to be a blast at The Simplified Homeschool Summit because I’ll be joining a handful of other amazing women from the summit, and we’re going LIVE to have a wonderful Q&A session with the attendees. Today, our focus is going to be all about Overcoming the Struggles, and we kick off the party at 10:00 am PDT. (Have you gotten your Free Pass to the summit yet?! If not, you can do so here. Will you come chat with me LIVE today? Your Friend, P.S. If you’re seeing this too...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I’m popping in today to let you know that my presentation will be released today at The Simplified Homeschool Summit, where I’m talking all about Breaking Free from the School at Home Mindset I'll be going over: The hidden trap of trying to recreate traditional school (and why it's exhausting you) How to view learning through a different lens that honors your child's unique needs Simple shifts that bring freedom and joy back into your homeschool days My goal is to give you...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Okay, so you're probably wondering: "Michelle, this sounds great, but what actually happens when I join EverBe?" Great question. Let me walk you through it. EverBe is called "Professional Development for Home Educators" for a reason. We're not just giving you random tips or one-off strategies. We're walking WITH you through every season of your homeschool year, developing real skills in areas like emotional regulation, stress management, communication, problem-solving, and...
26 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Yesterday I told you about that post-holiday restart feeling. The one where you're trying to get everyone back on track but you're still recovering from the post-holiday activities and trying to get the house back in order. (If you still have your Christmas tree up - you're not alone!) Today, I want to shift your perspective on something. What if January isn't the "catch-up" month?What if it's actually the advantage month? Here's what I mean: When you start homeschooling (or join a...
27 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! I'm sitting here with my second cup of coffee, looking at the calendar and realizing our family has been on break since Thanksgiving when our co-op ended its fall semester.And what a break it's been! We've filled our days with travel and adventure, visits from friends, dances and hangouts, movie nights, and even some beach days (gotta love those Florida benefits). Then we fully dove into all the holiday activities and magic. Sure, we've done some math here and there. But mostly?...
28 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! I'm keeping this quick. I know you're juggling a lot right now. I just wanted to pause and wish you a peaceful, joy-filled holiday season. I hope you're finding moments to breathe, connect with your kids, and maybe even rest a little. As you wrap up this year and look ahead to the next one, here's what I'm envisioning for you... I see you feeling more confident in your homeschool decisions. Not second-guessing every choice or comparing your days to everyone else's. I see you...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read