HOW HOMESCHOOLING IMPACTS THE FAMILY DYNAMIC

<p>Homeschooling affects <em>everyone </em>in the family! DeeDee and Ximena share how to make those impacts <em>positive </em>instead of negative. They also encourage you to nurture your relationships beyond your role as a homeschool mom/dad. Don't forget you are a child to your own parents, a friend, and (maybe) a spouse. Those bonds deserve attention, too.&nbsp;</p> <p>QUOTABLES</p> <p>Ximena:&nbsp;"The high school years go the fastest."</p> <p>DeeDee:&nbsp;"We give you permission to leave the kitchen dirty every once in a while."</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS</p> <p>02:48 How homeschooling puts you in a bubble that may impact your marriage and other relationships.</p> <p>04:20 When spouses aren't as interested or invested in homeschooling as you are.</p> <p>05:39 Ximena shares how homeschooling affected her relationship with her parents.</p> <p>06:39 How homeschooling can create literal chaos (messes) in your home.</p> <p>08:49 The importance of reserving some energy for your husband/spouse.</p> <p>09:53 The older your kids get, the more important it is to invest in other relationships because your children won't always be at home with you.</p> <p>14:50 Keeping homeschool simple so it doesn't take over your life.</p> <p>16:00 It's important to maintain your friendships and family relationships outside of your role as a homeschool parent/mom. Keep those friendships with other moms who don't homeschool!</p> <p>17:25 How to keep your spouse/husband involved in the homeschool experience.</p> <p>19:18 How family dinners and family game nights keep the entire family connected.</p> <p>22:06 Morning coffee dates are a great way for homeschool parents to connect, especially if they have pre-teens and teens who sleep in.</p> <p>22:49 Learn to recognize the communication baits that your spouse throws out.&nbsp;</p> <p>24:14 How to create a peaceful home atmosphere and why that's so important. The magic of a tablecloth!&nbsp;</p> <p>25:41 Have a clear cut end of your homeschool day and your household day so you can rest and connect w