The Durenda Wilson Podcast

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Encouragement for the Reluctant Homeschool Mom (Podcast 392) Feb 20, 2023

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Today we are bringing some encouragement for the reluctant homeschool mom

Maybe you are homeschooling and are still not sure this is for you.

Perhaps you are thinking about homeschooling and have doubts that keep you from taking the leap or you are a seasoned homeschool mom who is feeling a little burnt out.

This episode is for you!

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Homeschooling with Littles - Ways It Can Work (Podcast 391) Feb 17, 2023

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Moms often wonder how in the world homeschooling can work when you have one or more little ones.

I had 5 kids under 7, 6 kids under 9, 7 kids under 11…you get the idea, so I am not a stranger to homeschooling with many littles in the house.

In the last episode I talked about WHY it can work and today I want to talk more about HOW it can work!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Essentials in Early Education

Nurturing Seedlings

Nurturing Sibling Relationship Series:

The Importance of Nurturing Sibling Relationships

Ways to Nurture Sibling Relationships

Ways To Nurture Sibling Relationships Through Conflict

Our Family’s Simple Routine

Why Chores are Essential

A Simple, Unhurried Approach to Science in the Elementary Years

Homeschooling Multiple Ages with Rebecca Spooner

Let’s Talk About Biblical Discipline

(Blog post) When Gaming Becomes a God

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Homeschooling with Littles - Why It’s Possible (Podcast 390) Feb 13, 2023

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I’ve had many moms message me asking how to homeschool with littles at home.

I’ve had 5 kids- 7 and under

6 kids-9 and under

7 kids-11 and under…you get the idea.

So I totally get this and I can tell you that it’s NOT impossible

In this episode, I talk about WHY it’s possible and in the next episode I will talk about WAYS to do that!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Importance of a Biblical Education

The Importance of the Biblical Family

Homeschooling: Freedom From What Others Think

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

A Biblical Perspective on Hardship (Podcast 389) Feb 10, 2023

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It seems as though so many are struggling and facing difficulty on several fronts all at once (including myself) so today I want to talk about having a biblical perspective on hardship. You could also call it a theology of suffering which is essential for the believer.

God is not silent when it comes to suffering. He is compassionate and gracious, but in order to experience the fullness of the comfort He offers and remain steadfast, we must frame our emotions and circumstances under the authority and truth of scripture.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Article on explaining David's lament in Psalm 40

Isaiah 46:9,10;Psalm 135:6; Psalm 115:3;Isaiah 40:27-31;1 John 1:5;Exodus 34:6;1 Chronicles 16:34;Psalm 145:9;Psalm 34:8;Psalm 92:15;Hebrews 4:14-16;Psalm 40;2 Corin. 4:17;James 1: 12; Hebrews 12:7-10;Proverbs 23:11,12

Godly Introspection vs Morbid Introspection (a short blog post)

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Lessons Learned from a Veteran Homeschooling Mom (Podcast 388) Feb 06, 2023

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It’s been 27 years since I embarked on this homeschooling adventure(more if you count the preschool years). We have 8 kids so I’m still homeschooling the youngest and there are three things I’ve learned that I think every homeschool mom should know regardless of where you are on this journey!

Listen in and be encouraged!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

How Do We Know When Our Children Have Become Idols (Podcast 387) Feb 03, 2023

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We know that one of the greatest temptations for us as humans is to worship something other than God, but is it possible for even our children to become an idol?

Listen in for some warning signs that our children may hold a higher place in our hearts than they should.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Do I Need to Take My Kids on Dates (Podcast 386) Jan 30, 2023

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It’s popular to take kids on dates, but if you look at the bigger picture historically, it’s a fairly recent/trendy activity.

Dates with our kids can be fun, memorable, and meaningful, but we have to be careful not to make them a gold standard of parenting. They can serve a purpose, but are they necessary?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Tomato Staking (Podcast)

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

A Simple Way to do Social Studies with Multiple Ages (Podcast 385) Jan 27, 2023

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Learning happens in such a variety of ways, but sometimes we find ourselves stuck in the traditional classroom model and need some inspiration to try something new!

Today I’m sharing a simple way to do social studies with multiple ages!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

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Let’s Talk About Biblical Discipline (Podcast 384) Jan 23, 2023

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God commands parents to discipline their children because He knows that is what is best for our children and the entire family.

Wes Johnson joins me today to talk about biblical discipline, including THE most controversial discipline tool.

This is a long episode, but it is chock full of good stuff even down to specific examples of how to carry out biblical discipline.

Resources mentioned in this episode: