A Live Parenting Webinar for Homeschool Families

Many homeschool parents are told independence is the goal.

But if that were true, why do so many capable kids:

• shut down when asked to work on their own
• lose motivation the moment support is removed
• spiral into anxiety, avoidance, or power struggles

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If your child won’t do their work unless you’re sitting right next to them, this session is for you.

The Truth About Independence (That No One Explains)

When children struggle to work independently, it’s often labeled as:

• a motivation problem
• a discipline issue
• or a lack of effort

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In reality, it’s usually a developmental and skill-building issue.

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In Rethinking Independence: Why Motivation Grows Through Interdependence, licensed mental health counselor Dan Marcone helps parents understand what independence actually requires—and why interdependence is a critical (and often missing) developmental stage.

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What You’ll Learn

In this session, we’ll explore:

• why motivation disappears when the nervous system is overwhelmed
• what happens developmentally when independence is pushed too soon
• how anxiety, avoidance, and power struggles often grow from well-intended pressure
• why interdependence is not weakness—but a bridge to confidence and motivation
• the specific skills children need before independent work is realistic
• how support gets internalized over time
• practical ways to scaffold learning without burnout—especially in multi-child homes

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This conversation blends neuroscience, psychology, and real-life homeschool experience—without jargon or one-size-fits-all advice.

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Who This Session Is For

This session is especially helpful if you:

• feel unsure how much help is “too much”
• worry you’re creating dependence—or pushing too hard
• have a child with ADHD or executive function challenges
• are juggling multiple kids and can’t sit one-on-one all day
• want to build motivation and confidence without power struggles

About the Speaker

Dan Marcone, LMHC​
Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Founder of Seasons Counseling (Orlando)

Dan brings a grounded, compassionate, brain-based approach to helping parents understand what’s really happening beneath resistance, shutdown, and lack of motivation—and how to support growth without shame or pressure.

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About your Host

Michelle Brownell
Author, Speaker​
Michelle is a certified parenting coach and learning consultant who helps homeschool families with out-of-the-box learners thrive. Her signature approach bridges child development science with practical strategies across three pillars—confident parenting skills, personalized education support, and mental health awareness—equipping parents with actionable tools to create calmer homes and stronger family connections.