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The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 64 - Overwhelmed By Homeschooling? How To Make It ManageableAre you overwhelmed by overflowing bookshelves, a cluttered calendar, and the pressure to “do it all” in your homeschool? You're not alone—when you're balancing so much, it doesn’t take much to feel stretched thin. In this episode, Christy-Faith opens up about shiny object syndrome, curriculum overload, and the quiet guilt that creeps in when homeschooling starts to feel more like a burden than a joy.We’ll talk about the pressure to be everything for everyone, why more isn’t always better, and how to gently declutter your homeschool with confidence. More importantly...2025-05-0720 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 63 - How to Raise Strong Readers with Spencer RussellCan toddlers really learn to read? And can homeschool moms truly teach them—even without formal training? Absolutely. In this episode, Christy-Faith sits down with Spencer Russell, award-winning educator and founder of Toddlers Can Read, to talk about how early literacy is simpler (and more doable) than most parents realize.We’ll break down the science of reading, bust myths about toddler development, and explore why empowering parents—especially homeschool moms—to teach reading at home can be a total game changer. Whether your child is 2, 5, or 7, this episode is packed with encouragement, simple strategies, and a big remi...2025-04-3042 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 62 - Screens in the Homeschool: What’s Too Much?Feeling like screens are slowly taking over your homeschool? You're not the only one. In this episode, Christy-Faith gets real about parenting and homeschooling in a world where digital distractions are everywhere. From toddler YouTube loops to teens in full dopamine withdrawal, she lays out how screens are reshaping attention, behavior, and connection—and what we can actually do about it.If you’ve ever worried about screen time but felt overwhelmed trying to manage it, this episode is for you.The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 62🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling Resources...2025-04-2322 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 61 - Are Schools Killing a Love of Learning?Is your homeschool starting to feel a lot like the system you wanted to leave behind? You’re not alone—and there’s a reason for that. In this episode, Christy-Faith pulls back the curtain on how the traditional school model—from public to private to charter—was never built to spark a love of learning.We’ll talk about why school choice often means choosing between versions of the same outdated model, how the factory-style system crushes curiosity, and why testing culture and busywork drain the joy out of childhood. More importantly, we’ll explore how to avoid falli...2025-04-1624 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 60 - Homeschooling Without a Co-Op: 8 Ways to Find ConnectionDo You Really Need a Homeschool Co-Op? Let’s Talk About It.Homeschooling without a co-op? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to join a co-op just to prove your homeschool is “socialized,” this episode is for you.In this episode, Christy-Faith unpacks the truth about co-ops, socialization, and what real community looks like. You’ll walk away with practical ideas for building meaningful connections (without driving across town for a weekly co-op). Get ready to feel confident, empowered, and encouraged—whether you join a...2025-04-0922 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 59 - Balancing Work and Homeschooling: 3 Life-Saving StrategiesTrying to juggle homeschooling and work? It’s a lot—but you’re not alone. In this episode, Christy-Faith breaks down the chaos and shows you how to create a rhythm that fits your life. Learn how to focus on what matters most, build systems that work, and find peace in the mess. You can homeschool and work without losing your mind. Let’s talk about how.The Christy-Faith Show | EP. 59 🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling Resources Get tools, downloads, and support to help you homeschool with confidence: 👉 https://christy-f...2025-04-0220 min
"But Jesus Drank Wine" & Other Stories That Kept Us StuckEp. 122 Stephanie Ziebell | Radiant in Battle: Pursuing Sobriety Through FaithJoin the conversation in our community at https://butjesusdrankwine.com/community. Stephanie Ziebell shares her personal journey to sobriety and faith, highlighting the transformation that came when she embraced God's grace. A wife, mother of four, attorney, and Christian sobriety advocate, Stephanie knows what it’s like to wrestle with addiction and the internal conflict it brings. After years of struggling with alcohol, she found true freedom and now dedicates her life to helping others do the same. As the founder of Radiant in Battle, an Instagram community with nearly 40,000 followers, Stephanie provides faith-based encouragement and...2025-03-3141 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 58 - Structure in Homeschooling: Finding Freedom Within a FrameworkFeeling like your homeschool days swing between chaos and burnout? You're not alone. In this episode, Christy-Faith breaks down the truth about structure in homeschooling—and why it’s not the enemy of creativity but the key to peace, progress, and purpose. If you’ve struggled to find a rhythm that works for your unique family, this one’s for you.The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 58🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling Resources Find everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschoo...2025-03-2621 min
Pay Raise PlaybookFaith and Resilience - Finding Strength in Burnout RecoveryIn this insightful episode, Christy Rutherford delves into the themes of faith and resilience in the context of burnout recovery. Drawing from her personal experiences and extensive expertise, Christy navigates the challenging terrain of burnout, highlighting the transformative power of faith and the imperative of self-care to attain healing and success.What You'll Learn:Faith in Adversity:Christy emphasizes that true faith is developed in adversity and challenges one to look inward during tough times to find strength and resilience.The importance of building a relationship with God during times of comfort to prepare...2025-03-2451 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 57 - The Future of Education: Why Families Are Leaving Public SchoolsIs the public school system failing our kids? The numbers don’t lie—education scores are dropping while homeschooling is on the rise. In this episode, Christy-Faith breaks down what’s really happening, why families are leaving traditional schools, and how you can take control of your child’s education. The future of learning is changing—let’s talk about what that means for you! EP. 57_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling ResourcesFind everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey...2025-03-1914 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 56 - How to Find the Best Homeschool Co Op And When to Walk Away!Finding the right homeschool co-op is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make—but no one talks about how hard it really is. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or just unsure if a co-op is the right fit, you're not alone.In this episode, Christy-Faith breaks down everything you need to know about choosing the right co-op—from must-ask questions to red flags you can’t ignore. By the end, you’ll feel confident in making the best decision for your family!Ep. 56🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFREE Co-Op Resource: 15 Questions to Ask BEFORE y...2025-03-1224 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 55 - Juggling Homeschool and Toddlers Without Losing Your MindTrying to homeschool with toddlers underfoot? It’s tough — but you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing real-life strategies to keep older kids learning, younger ones entertained, and your sanity intact. Let’s make homeschool work for your whole family — chaos and all.EP. 55_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling ResourcesFind everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey:https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityJoin Christy-Faith’s online community and creat...2025-03-0520 min
"But Jesus Drank Wine" & Other Stories That Kept Us StuckEp. 118 Jo Hargreaves | Attachment Theory, Faith, and Rewiring the Brain for Emotional HealingThe Lent Fast Starts This Wednesday!!!! Get more information and join us here Today we welcome Jo Hargreaves, a pastor, psychotherapist, writer, and speaker, to explore the intersection of faith, therapy, and mental health. As the voice behind The Faith-Filled Therapist, Jo is passionate about integrating theology and therapy, scripture and neuroscience, and ensuring that God remains at the center of conversations about mental and emotional well-being. Jo shares powerful insights into attachment theory, nervous system regulation, and emotional resilience, explaining how our earliest experiences shape the way we connect with God and ot...2025-03-0338 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 54 - Social-Emotional Learning: Why Homeschooling Does It BetterWorried that your homeschool might be missing something? You’re not alone! In this episode, Christy-Faith dives into the buzz around Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and why homeschoolers don’t need a formal curriculum to raise confident, emotionally strong kids. Let’s talk about real-world learning, meaningful connections, and why your homeschool already has everything it takes to build lifelong resilience. EP. 54_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityConnect with Christy Faith and build a homeschool...2025-02-2620 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 53 - Homeschooling Is Harder Than You Thought? Let’s Fix That!Feeling overwhelmed with homeschooling? You’re not alone! In this episode, we break down the unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves and how to shift into a mindset that actually works. Let’s ditch the guilt and create a homeschool life that fits YOUR family, not someone else’s Instagram feed.EP. 53_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling ResourcesFind everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey:https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityJoin Chri...2025-02-1920 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 52 - 5 Books That Will Change Your Parenting & Homeschool GameMust-Read Books That Will Change How You Parent and HomeschoolWe dive into five books that have the power to transform your homeschooling and parenting journey. These books offer practical strategies, mindset shifts, and research backed insights to help you build a thriving homeschool and a strong family connection. From simplifying your home to building better habits, each book provides valuable wisdom that can make your days smoother and more intentional.If you're feeling overwhelmed by schedules, struggling with technology use, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is...2025-02-1221 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 51 - Do You Meet The Qualifications For Homeschooling?Are you considering homeschooling but keep hearing that you’re “not qualified” to teach your child? In this video, we challenge that idea and explore why parents are more than capable of providing a great education at home. With states lowering teacher standards and even bringing in parents as substitute teachers, it’s time to rethink what it really means to be qualified.We’ll dive into the history of public schooling and its original purpose—creating obedient workers and soldiers rather than independent thinkers. If schools are cutting requirements for teachers, why should parents feel...2025-02-0519 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 50 - Practical Tips for Homeschooling Multiple AgesAre you overwhelmed by homeschooling multiple grade levels? 🤯 Whether you're teaching a kindergartner to read or explaining exponents to a 5th grader, juggling it all can feel impossible. But don't worry—there's hope! In this episode, Christy Faith breaks down practical solutions to help you homeschool with confidence. Learn how to shift your mindset, choose the right curriculum, encourage independence, and build a family learning approach that works for you. Watch now and discover the freedom and peace you’ve been searching for! 🎥✨🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCESFree Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://chr...2025-01-2914 min
"But Jesus Drank Wine" & Other Stories That Kept Us StuckEp. 113 Christy's Faith StoryJOIN THE BJDW COMMUNITY HERE! For some reason, sharing my alcohol story has always been easy for me. But today’s podcast episode has been 42 years in the making. I’ve never told this story before. Today, I want to tell you all about how I rediscovered Jesus. It’s a story of redemption, sobriety, and His unrelenting love that has shaped my life. This isn’t a story of religious perfection; it’s one of shame and brokenness and a profound reconnection with God that changed everything. Growing up, my mother’s unwavering C...2025-01-2739 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 49 - Billy Carson - Wesley Huff Debate and Debacle ExplainedBilly Carson - Wesley Huff Debate and Debacle ExplainedIn today’s episode we cover the Billy Carson and Wesley Huff Debate + Debacle. What was sure to be a debate that opened eyes also caused quite a social media storm that eventually stepped into the legal realm with cease and desist notices flying from the hands of Wesley Huff.Two ex-friends go head to head, with one gaining a large social media backlash as an outcome. Learn about the details of the debate in a clear, concise breakdown of what happened, and where things current re...2025-01-2215 min
"But Jesus Drank Wine" & Other Stories That Kept Us StuckEP. 112 Meade's Faith StoryJOIN THE BJDW COMMUNITY HERE! Today Meade shares her deeply personal faith story. Through moments of vulnerability and profound honesty, Meade recounts her transformation from a life of struggles with alcohol to finding freedom and identity in her faith. Growing up, Meade believed that Jesus was only for the 'perfect,' which led her to distance herself from faith during her teenage and early adult years. Her story takes a pivotal turn as she describes a life-changing guided meditation session where she felt an undeniable encounter with Jesus. This experience sparked a journey of self-discovery...2025-01-2052 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 48 - Why Parents' Rights are Vital to Homeschooling Freedom // Sam SorboFreedom to Learn: Defending Parents' Rights in Homeschool EducationChristy Faith and Sam Sorbo, a passionate advocate for parental rights and homeschooling, discuss the importance of freedom in education, the shortcomings of the modern school system, and the critical role of parents in their children's education. Sam shares her personal journey into homeschooling, the challenges faced, and the societal sacrifices that come with choosing this path. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to reclaim their rights and trust their instincts in raising their children, ultimately fostering a more independent and curious generation.2025-01-1642 min
"But Jesus Drank Wine" & Other Stories That Kept Us StuckEp 111. Alisa Keeton | Beyond Resolutions: A Faith-Centered Approach to Fitness and WellnessJOIN THE BJDW COMMUNITY HERE! Before you set your New Year’s resolutions for diet and exercise, this is the podcast you need to hear. This week we are joined by Alisa Keeton, the visionary founder of Revelation Wellness, to reframe how we think about health, fitness, and faith. Alisa’s holistic approach goes beyond traditional diet and exercise goals, offering a deeper understanding of how physical wellness intersects with mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. Alisa shares her journey from being a traditional fitness coach to creating a nonprofit that equips people to embr...2025-01-1357 min
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 47 - Why Memory Work Matters In Your Homeschool // Laura MurfinThe Advantage of Memory Work In Your HomeschoolDiscover why memory work is a great tool for your homeschool. Improve critical thinking, build foundational knowledge, and foster resilience in your children. Christy-Faith is joined by Laura Murfin to discuss this important homeschool component.EP. 47_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityConnect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that does right by you...2025-01-0944 minThe Christy-Faith ShowEp. 46 - Homeschooling with Heart // Leslie NunneryMaking “heart schooling” a part of Homeschooling Christy-Faith and Leslie Nunnery discuss the importance of setting goals in homeschooling, the emotional bonds between parents and children, and the philosophy of “heart schooling”. They explore the role of parents in education, the significance of community, and the challenges faced by homeschooling families. EP. 46_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityConnect with Christy-Faith an...2025-01-0146 minThe Christy-Faith ShowEp. 45 - Homeschooling Failure Is NOT The End // Shanxi OmoniyiFailure is Part of the Homeschooling Journey Christy-Faith chats with Shanxi Omoniyi, a second-generation homeschooler, to explore the unique experiences and insights of homeschooling. They discuss the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity, the socialization aspects of homeschooling, and the challenges faced by parents in creating a unique educational experience for their children.EP. 45_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityCo...2024-12-2528 minThe Christy-Faith ShowEp. 44 - The Beauty of Living Books // Anthony CoalfieldThe Beauty of Living Books vs Boring Textbooks - ExplainedChristy-Faith and Anthony Coalfield explore the power of living books in education, especially for homeschooling families. Discover how engaging narratives can spark emotional connections, foster critical thinking, and deepen understanding of subjects like history and science.EP. 44_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool CommunityConnect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that d...2024-12-181h 03
The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 43 - 5 Myths of Homeschooling for High School // LaNissir James5 Myths of Homeschooling for High School - ExplainedCurious about homeschooling in high school and how it works? In this video, Christy-Faith and LaNissir James tackle the 5 biggest myths about homeschooling high schoolers and provides actionable advice to help you succeed. Whether you're preparing for homeschooling high school or wondering how to homeschool a high schooler, we’ve got you covered!EP. 43_._🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling ResourcesFind it here: https://christy-faith.com/links2024-12-121h 09The Christy-Faith ShowEp. 42 - Navigating Homeschooling Challenges (Part 2 of 2) // Colleen KesslerChristy-Faith and Colleen Kessler delve into the critical differences between confidence and self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of fostering resilience in children. They discuss how to cultivate a love for learning through creative approaches, the significance of read-alouds, and the role of parents in shaping their children's educational experiences. Become a Thrive member to gain access to homeschool training, support, and community:https://christy-faith.com/thrive Takeaways: Confidence is about willingness to try new things.Praise effort, not just outcomes, to build self...2024-12-0543 minThe Christy-Faith ShowEp. 41 - How Nutrition Impacts Kids’ Learning // David StelzerChristy-Faith discusses the critical role of nutrition in children's learning and development with David Stelzer, a pioneer in organic farming. They explore the impact of GMOs on health, the importance of choosing organic foods, and practical tips for families to improve their nutrition. She offers practical snack alternatives for families and delves into the significance of soil health and organic food standards. Become a Thrive member to gain access to homeschool training, support, and community:https://christy-faith.com/thrive Takeaways: 2024-11-2755 min