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☕Your well-being matters (especially in winter)
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Hi Reader! Ever notice how flight attendants always say “put your own oxygen mask on first”? There’s wisdom there for homeschool parents, especially during these winter months. When you’re managing lessons, checking work, and keeping everyone on track, it’s easy to put your own needs last. But here’s the truth: your well-being isn’t a luxury - it’s essential for your homeschool’s success. It can feel challenging to take time for yourself. Try these “Micro-Moments of Peace”:
Science shows these tiny breaks activate your parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and restoring balance. Want to know what my favorite micro-moment is in the winter (aside from savoring that first morning coffee!)? It’s watching the leaves fall off the maple tree just outside my office window. Being in Florida, we don’t get the typical seasons. But this one tree yields to each season. The leaves turn bright red. When the wind blows, they flutter to the ground. Little by little the ground becomes covered with crisp leaves, while the branches become more and more bare. It’s a beautiful reminder that with each season, there is a different rhythm and purpose. As I write this email, I’m watching the leaves flutter to the ground. It brings a sense of calm and unhurriedness to my day. Here's another tip to help with moods (theirs and yours!), collect one genuine connection moment with each child daily that isn’t about schoolwork:
Another thing I like to do is a daily check-in: What’s depleting my energy? What small change could help? Where can I find one moment of peace? Remember, winter is nature’s season of rest. Give yourself permission to embrace that rhythm. What’s one way you’ll care for yourself this week? Hit reply - I’d love to hear your thoughts. Your friend,
P.S. You’re doing important work. Taking care of yourself is part of that work. |
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