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Home Edify Podcast3 | Unschooling: A Journey of Curiosity and Learning with Sara GuentherIn this episode of Home Edify, Kristin Malphrus speaks with Sara Guenther about the unschooling approach to homeschooling. They discuss the importance of interest-led learning, the rhythm of unschooling, and how travel can enhance educational experiences. Sarah shares her journey from traditional homeschooling to unschooling, emphasizing the role of curiosity and intentionality in learning. The conversation also touches on the challenges of de-schooling, the significance of faith in education, and the humorous moments that arise while living a nomadic lifestyle with children. Sarah offers encouragement for new homeschoolers and highlights the value of building strong family relationships through education.2025-01-2150 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD56 - 3 Reasons Your Home is a MessLet's talk about the REAL reasons that our homes are STILL a mess, even after we have purged and organized (and reorganized!), and what we can do about it. Ready? Let's go!
The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QSONYKDFSK4E&keywords=minimalist+homeschooling&qid=1699218779&sprefix=minimalist+homeschooling%252Caps%252C107&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=zaraphd-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=411df7b089b897088c67d7746418db2d&camp=1789&creative=9325
The Simple is the New Smart Membership is designed for individualized...2024-12-1435 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD55 - Everything You Need to Know About Dual-EnrollmentDual enrollment - taking classes for both high school credit and homeschool credit - a great tool while homeschooling. In this episode, we will talk all about the logistics to make it happen, and why we should even consider this option.
Ready? Let's go!
The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QSONYKDFSK4E&keywords=minimalist+homeschooling&qid=1699218779&sprefix=minimalist+homeschooling%252Caps%252C107&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=zaraphd-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=411df7b089b897088...2024-11-1222 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD54 - Don't Over-Think Your SubjectsDo NOT ask if it sparks joy! You are a homeschooler. Of course it does. It all sparks joy!
Instead, in this Simple is the New Smart episode, Zara talks about how to narrow down your subjects so that you can do what you really want and need, AND do them well!
Ready? Let's go!
The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QSONYKDFSK4E&keywords=minimalist+homeschooling&qid=1699218779&sprefix...2024-10-2917 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD53 - 3 Questions to Purge EasilyIn this episode of the Simple is the New Smart podcast, Zara is sharing
her top 3, simple, impactful questions for simplifying homeschooling,
scheduling, organizing, and more!
Listen to Simple is the New Smart episode #35: Workshop to Create
Meaning and Impact in Your Homeschool for more on honing in your core
values.
The book "Minimalist Homeschooling" by Zara Fagen, PhD, is available at
Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Homeschooling-values-based-approach-maximize/dp/069293796X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QSONYKDFSK4E&keywords=minimalist+homeschooling&qid=1699218779&sprefix=minimalist+homeschooling%252Caps%252C107&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=zaraphd-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=411df7b089b897088c67d7746418db2...2024-02-2921 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD52 - Faith Every Day: Lent, Resources and Ideas for a little moreAnytime that we are blessed with abundance, the abundance itself can be perverted into an obligation and a burden instead of a blessing. This is true even with the abundance of Scripture and tradition in the Catholic (and Christian faith). Sometimes, we don't know where to start, and which traditions to observe. My best advice: Just start. Start somewhere, and then do some more. Today, I'm starting with the most basic ideas for infusing more faith into every day of homeschooling. Where will you start? What will you add?
If you...2024-02-1441 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD51 - We Need a New Word for MinimalismPlentiful? Does that sound contradictory to minimalism? It's not. That's the word I lean toward. Plenty of resources, plenty of opportunity, and plenty of time! Let's talk about what minimalism REALLY means.
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and...2024-02-0131 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD50 - 10 Things Minimalists Need MORE of | Minimalist Homeschooling Gift GuideHere are 10 things that minimalists will always want more of! Spoiler alert: They're not things (but you can buy and do things to make them happen!). Ready? Let's Go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to follow and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and sharing.
F...2023-11-3016 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD49 - BONUS: Journey to Bethlehem Catholic Mom ReviewI recently took my children to see "Journey to Bethlehem," and in this bonus episode, I'm talking about my thoughts on the movie. Join the conversation on Spotify and add your comments!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to follow and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and sharing.
2023-11-2604 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD48 - 4 Mindset Hacks for Homeschooling during the Holidays & How we do it - Minimalist Homeschooling with Simple is the New SmartIn this episode, Zara is talking about the 4 Minimalist Homeschooling Mindset Hacks that help her most during the holiday season, and shares how her season will look.
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and sharing.
Find the book "Minimalist Hom...2023-11-1429 minSimple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD47 - 10 Tips for a Minimalist ScheduleIn homeschooling, our biggest regrets and frustrations seem to revolve around what we get done - or don't get done - in a day. In this episode, we talk about applying the main tenants of minimalism to our schedule so that every day can feel simple, focused, and valuable. Ready? Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I l...2023-11-0737 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD46 - How to Homeschool and....Most homeschoolers have a lot of spinning plates. Very few *just* homeschool. If you're the kind of homeschooler who also, works, or coaches, or leads, or helps... or insert activity, interest or obligation here... then this Simple is the New Smart podcast episode is for you. Here Zara shares the tips that she wished someone had given her 10 years ago!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it...2023-10-1727 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD45 - Why New Homeschool Stuff is NOT the AnswerAm I doing enough? Am I doing it right? Is there a better way? Self-doubt plagues every homeschooler. In this episode, Zara talks about how to avoid self-doubt, and how to address all of those tough decisions with confidence. Ready? Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Tha...2023-09-2725 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD44- 3 Homeschool FearsI'm not doing it right. I'm not doing enough. I'm not spending enough time...
Sound (or feel) familiar? You're not alone! Let's chat about how these fears stack-up tp reality. Grab some coffee and get comfy... Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day...2023-04-2813 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD43 - Don't Be It AllIt turns out that when we try to be "It All" we start diluting our awesomeness! Let's not. In this episode, Zara talks about why to be awesome instead of *trying* to be it all.
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and...2023-04-1716 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD42 - Homeschooling the Early YearsWant to see how Minimalist Homeschooling impacts and plays-out in real-life homeschooling? Well, let'd go! Zara offers her insight as child #4 is finishing first grade. This is the perfect episode for anyone with young elementary kids, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, first graders... or thinking about starting homeschooling!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and car...2023-03-1728 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD41 - 7 Ways to Simplify TodayGain focus, clarity, space, and peace in today's episode with 7 immediate steps that you can take to create a simpler (and more valuable) homeschool. Ready? Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, and sharing.
Join us inside the Simple is the New...2023-02-2423 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD40 - How to Carve-Out Me TimeRegardless of your children's ages, or your support group (or lack thereof), there are ways to carve-out time to just *be* as a homeschool mom. In this episode, explore 8 ways to make "me-time" happen and how to make the most of it. Ready? Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day. Thank...2023-01-1723 min
Kitchen Table HomeschoolHow To Homeschool the Kids You HaveIn this episode we discuss three homeschooling books we love: Minimalist Homeschooling by Zara Fagen, A Literary Education by Emily Cook, and The Well-Trained Mind by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise. Then, we talk about why we still felt it necessary to write our own book, including experiences we wanted to share, applying the science of learning to homeschooling, and neurodiversity in the homeschool. 2022-10-1428 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD39 - 20 Things to Stop Doing Today.20 things to say no to! Physical mess, mental clutter, and busyness all get a swift kick in the tush in this episode. Which one will you say "no" to today?2022-09-1226 min
The EdvantageZara Fagen, PhD: Minimalist Homeschooling | ep. #4When it comes to simplifying your approach to homeschooling, Zara Fagen, PhD is on a mission to prove that LESS really is MORE! As the author of the book, Minimalist Homeschooling, and the creator of the "Simple is The New Smart" podcast and membership, Zara has become a favorite mentor among the homeschooling community.
In this episode, Zara shares about her own experiences of feeling compelled to hide her abilities from peers to avoid being ridiculed in school, her philosophy on the value of keeping your homeschooling simple, and her advice on how to deal with pressure f...2022-05-1055 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD38 - Homeschooling ConfidentlyIn this episode, Zara is unpacking...
1) All the reasons homeschoolers feel uncertain and ungrounded;
2) All the reasons every homeschooler deserves to be confident; and
3) Some tricks to regain your confidence during those doubtful times.
There's a pervasive cultural story telling us that homeschooling is fraught with potential pitfalls, and is therefore, is a risk to our children. Well-intentioned nay-sayers want to protect our children from the abnormal homeschool setting.
However, when we unpack exactly *how* homeschooling is "abnormal," we discover just how superior it is, and that the risks a...2022-02-1938 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD37 - A Few of My Favorite [Homeschool] ThingsIn this episode, Zara is sharing her favorite problem-solving, homeschool-hacking tips that have really been working well in her family. Grab some coffee, and let's chat about how things are going over here at Fagen Academy...
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day.Thank you so much for listening, sub...2022-02-0329 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD36 - Simple (and Motivating) Self-CareLet's get intentional about self-care, I mean, *self-preparation.* In this episode, we'll talk about how to rethink self-care with a minimalist mindset, so that it becomes an indispensable part of your life, rather than another "should" on your list of things to do. Ready? Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Reviews do not have to be elaborate; just shout-out with "I love your podcast, Zara!" and carry-on with your day...2022-01-2232 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD35 - Workshop to Create Meaning and Impact in Your HomeschoolIn this Simple is the New Smart podcast episode, Zara is talking about how using homeschool core values can be the filter that we need to create meaning, clarity and confidence in our homeschool. She's also talking about how excellence differs from perfection, and how we can help our kids be confident, too. Be sure to catch this episode to create an intentional and impactful homeschool. It's the refresh that every homeschooler needs!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who...2021-12-1321 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD34 - Simple Financial Literacy Ideas for Your HomeschoolIn this Simple is the New Smart episode, Zara is sharing how her family approaches financial education for their children - and the whole family. Financial literacy basically means understanding how to manage one's financial resources, with concepts like budgeting, income, expenses, investing, debt, and interest. It turns out that including a financial education in your homeschool just takes a few intentional steps. Let's go!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this podcast most will find it. Review...2021-12-0320 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD32 - New to Homeschooling: A Simple Start for Every HomeschoolerIn this Simple is the New Smart episode, Zara talks about how new homeschoolers can start in a way that is simple, while still seeing learning progress. She'll tell you what veteran homeschoolers want rookies to know, how to "deschool," and how to start choosing your homeschool curriculum. If you're looking for a homeschool friend to walk you through the very first basics, grab your coffee, and let's get started!
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a great review! Reviews are the best way to make sure that homeschoolers who need this pod...2021-11-1022 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD31 - Homeschooling Through the Holidays: 7 Steps to Streamline Your Homeschool NowHow do we homeschool through the holidays without feeling like we are spread too thin, or falling short? Today, Let's cover a simple, 7-step plan that will put our homeschool on autopilot and create an intentional holiday season!
You don't have to schedule every detail of every homeschool day. And, you don't even have to schedule all the bonus, extra, and fun stuff. Why? Because life always provides the "extra." Your job is to just make time for it!
Play-do, Christmas crafts, Thank You cards, Baking, Service Project, Learning Songs, Watching or Reading Holiday Classics, Playin...2021-10-3128 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD30 - Make the Most of Homeschooling ChangeMinimalist Homeschooling is all about making things easier by making high-impact, high-value choices that are simple, easy, and accessible. In this episode, Zara explores how seasons rule all aspects of our life, and can be used to guide our homeschools, too. If you've ever been frustrated by the sense of constant change, or perhaps you question your own consistency or self-discipline, listen on! Zara will tell you exactly how the seasons look in our homeschool, why to pay attention, and how to tweak your homeschool to embrace change throughout all of life's ups and downs. Ready? Let's go!
If...2021-10-1228 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD26 - Everything You Need to Know about Block SchedulingIn this Simple is the New Smart episode, Zara is talking about one of her favorite Minimalist Homeschooling tools: block scheduling. Also known as time-blocking, by block-scheduling your homeschool days can:
simplify your days and schedule,
increase consistency (and reduce procrastination),
make your days more effective and productive,
and add peace to your days.
Learn what exactly a block schedule is, why it is advantageous, examples of how a block schedule looks, the logistics of how time blocking works, and three tips for making the most of your plan.
In this episode, Zara references her H...2021-05-2517 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD25 - In Search of a Rigorous Education: 7 Ways that Homeschooloing Offers BetterI'm going to just say it: Homeschooling is awesome. And, we're not even talking about the lifestyle it allows. In this episode, Zara talks about the 7 ways that homeschooling offers better academic experiences for our children, and therefore, a more valuable education. A must-listen for anyone who ever struggles to homeschool, or is considering homeschooling. Not only is homeschooling "enough," it's better, in so many ways. Zara discusses how intentionality in these 7 key areas can inform and empower each homeschooler, or soon-to-be homeschooler:
1. Definitions of "success"
2. Individualizing, and adapting
3. Content
4. Lessons
2021-05-0529 minSimple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD22 - Basics of a High-Value HomeschoolLet's stop thinking about designing a "minimalist homeschool" today, and instead talk about crafting a "high-value homeschool," because really, that's what we're all after.
In this episode of the Minimalist Homeschooling podcast: Simple is the New Smart, Zara talks about the 3 things to consider when reassessing, or planning your homeschool that will change your experience from more, and more of the same, to high-impact and streamlined. Spoiler alert: those 3 things do NOT include books, curricula, equipment, or even experiences...
Whether you're ending your school year, planning the next school year, struggling with burn-out, or doing a...2021-04-0626 minSimple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD21 - How to Homeschool with Multiple ChildrenHomeschooling multiple children - at multiple ages, with multiple preferences and talents - can be the definition of burn-out. Often, juggling lots of kids means feeling spread too thin, and wondering whether any child is getting "enough." This episode is all about the logistics of homeschooling with multiple children. Zara talks about:
The one tactic of Minimalist Homeschooling that is critical when homeschooling multiple ages,
How to keep distracting little ones from completely de-railing the day,
The best time to homeschool,
Examples for teaching the same subject to all children at multiple lev...2021-03-2331 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD20 - How to Homeschool When You Feel Like You Can'tI started Minimalist Homeschooling to help prevent burn-out, by creating a sustainable homeschool. But, what heppend when life doesn't cooperate? What happens when we do get burnt-out, or there's a new baby, or we have to move, or tragedy strikes... or, there's an international pandemic? In this episode, Zara chats about what works for her when she's faced with homeschooling during times when she feels like she can't. Whether you're going througha tough time now, or prepping for the inevitable, take a listen, and be encouraged and empowered. This too shall pass, and there are a few things you can do...2021-03-0921 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD18 - Choosing Your Homeschool Subjects SimplyWhen we choose to homeschool, it's not "just" homeschooling for most of us. In addition to learning stuff from some books, what we're really after is freedom, and excellence - on some level that is meaningful to our families. That means that choosing subjects isn't "just" choosing what to learn. how can we cover all of our bases, pursue all of our passions, AND keep from feeling completely overwhelmed? In this episode, we're walking through the Minimalist Homeschooling mindset of focus to keep our homeschooling subjects simple and valuable.
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top t...2021-02-2324 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD16 - Homeschool Like a Boss: Simple strategies to streamline your homeschoolBusiness owners become productivity and morale experts by necessity. In this episode, I'm sharing game-changing strategies that I have curated during 15 years of operating businesses that can up your homeschooling game, too. From getting everyone on the same team, to simplifying and having more impact, this episode has something for everyone. Grab your coffee, and get ready to homeschool like a boss, no suit required.
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you...2021-02-0923 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhD15 - Goal Setting Made Simple (and Meaningful)Quality goals help give us confidence, clarity, and direction. Without good goals, it's hard to create the life, or homeschool that we truly want. Despite these great reasons, we often shy away from setting goals because, let's face it, they require hard work, maybe we feel like we don't have the time, or we assume that failure is inevitable for any number of reasons. In this episode, I'm going deep into goals: the step-by-step of how to create them, love them, and achieve them! You can create simple goals that make a difference, and your first step starts now...
2021-01-2627 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 13 - 7 Ways to Create a Minimalist Culture... with KidsIn this episode, Zara talks about how to declutter WITH kids. End the persistent purging battles, and get everyone in your home on-board by creating a minimalist culture. We will talk about specific steps that you can take, right now, to immediately, and consistently move your home, and your family toward a simpler lifestyle. Your family may resist and resent a sudden overhaul, but these suggestions are sure to help everyone crave more space and simplicity. If you have struggled to declutter with kids, this episode will offer the encouragement and the tools to help you make progress, even if y...2021-01-1233 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 12 - Homeschool Scheduling: 3 Ways to Save Time & SanityThis episode gives 3 big ways that we can win when we're scheduling our homeschools. True to Minimalist Homeschooling, we're going to talk about simple ways to streamline, practical ways to reduce mental load (and stress), and how to create margin in our schedule. If you're someone who would love more time to simple BE, or plan, or enjoy (who doesn't?), then this episode is for you; and if you're someone who has ever felt frazzled, or overwhelmed by your schedule, you cannot miss it!
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from no...2020-12-2920 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 10 - Homeschooling Time Management: 5 Reasons to Guard Your TimeLet's talk about applying minimalism to our time, shall we? In this episode, Zara gives 5 powerful reasons to change how we view, and manage our time. From the perspective of a homeschooling, business-owning mother, who has struggled with trying to do it all, feeling obligated to do it all, driving herself to exhaustion, having an over-filled schedule, and subsequently feeling overwhelmed, you'll learn exactly why, and how consuming our time with a "do it all" mentality isn't serving anyone well. Grab your coffee, and a notebook, because after this episode, you'll never view your time the same.
Lea...2020-12-1521 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 8: How to Purge All the Homeschooling Stuff!Let's face it, homeschooling takes *STUFF* to a new level - one that combines the emotional drive to provide the "best," with pressure to do it "right," and a seemingly infinite number of resources that could potentially be "best," or "right." This is a quintescential Minimalist Homeschooling episode: it's filled from start to finish with practical ways to cut through the homeschool clutter from now on.
What do you do when you already have more than you can use? How do you manage the potentialities like "what if we do need it later?" How many books are too...2020-12-0127 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 7 - Reluctant Learners: 9 Ways to Tip the ScalesIn this empowering episode, Zara talks about 9 ways that we can help reluctant learners love learning, and help ourselves love the process more. If you have ever experienced a child who is unenthusiastic about, or refusing to engage in learning, then this episode is sure to equip you with several ideas to tip the scales toward love.
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com...2020-11-1721 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 6 - 4 Ways to Reset to a Simple LifeAs the world starts re-opening post-coronavirus, or even as we struggle to "juggle it all" without a sense of normalcy, here are 4 ways that we can reset our little part of the world back to a simpler time. When you're feeling over-stimulated, over-extended, cluttered, frantic, or swept away... this episode is for you!
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
If...2020-11-0327 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 4 - Raising Self-LearnersThis episode is all about independent learning, free time, and self-directed learning. If Minimalist Homeschooling is all about gaining more, while doing less, then these are the secret weapons! We'll talk about how they each differ, and the benefits so that you can add more value and peace to your homeschool right away.
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
If yo...2020-10-2031 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 3 - What Minimalist Homeschooling is NOTIf we're going to talk about Minimalist Homeschooling, let's have an obligatory conversation about what it's NOT. You may be surprised to learn what is inside the Minimalist Homeschooling box, and what isn't... and just how flexible that box really is!
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave a grea...2020-10-0620 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDEpisode 2 - What is Minimalist Homeschooling Anyway?If Minimalist Homeschooling sounds intriguing, or even daunting, and you'd like to know more about the philosophy, then this is the episode for you! In it, Zara will unpack how LESS actually can be MORE and how minimalism works in homeschooling. She's on a mission to prove that your homeschool is not about the stuff!
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
2020-10-0624 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDIntroductionsWelcome to Minimalist Homeschooling! I'm Zara, a homeschooling, business-owning wife and mother of 4. In this episode, I'll tell you a bit about my homeschooling journey - especially the part of the journey that forced me to get really intentional. Let's get this started!
Learn how to simplify your whole homeschool from top to bottom and from now on with the Minimalist Homeschooling Master Class. You don't need a new planner, or school room, or curriculum... you need a new mindset :). https://resources.zaraphd.com/simple-is-the-new-smart
If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave...2020-10-0619 min
Simple is the New Smart with Zara Fagen, PhDSimple is the New Smart TrailerWelcome to the brand-new Simple is the New Smart podcast! This is where we will dive deeper into Minimalist Homeschooling concepts, learn how to homeschool like a boss, and talk about keeping life simple. Be sure to subscribe now, so you don't miss a thing when we launch on Octber 6, 2020!2020-09-2502 min
Love Mother Love Daughter'Parenting, Intelligence Required' w/Zara FagenThis busy homeschooling mother of 4, put a career of research science on hold to do the most rewarding and underpaying job in the world; being a mom. As the amazing author of Minimalist Homeschooling, Zara left the world of academia to be a full time mom. She explains how isolating that experience was and why she knows that raising her children is important work that is imperative.
Listen to this episode to know why Zara's parenting keeps changing and you should also know that intelligence is required for parenting.
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The Homeschool CEOMinimalist Mindset: Setting Your Homeschool Priorities with Zara Fagen, Ph.D.Do you struggle with feelings of not being enough and of not doing everything with your homeschooling? Can you apply the minimalist mindset to your homeschooling?Get ready to be blown away with answers because my guest for today's episode is best selling author, blogger, speaker, and fellow homeschool CEO, Dr. Zara Fagen. She and her husband run multiple successful businesses while homeschooling their four kids. Talk about an awesome partnership!Zara dealt with much insecurity towards her homeschooling approach before discovering the system that she has now. She talks about the value of only...2020-05-0200 min