You know the signs of discouragement. It may look different for each one of us. For me, there are three tell tale signs... looking longingly at the school down the street, wanting to call it quits when we've only started the day, and a loss of creativity.
What is a discouraged homeschooling mom to do?
Some successful ways I combat the mid-year blues...
- prayer
- have a heart to heart discussion with my husband
- refocus on why we homeschool
- realize the journey won't be perfect nor will it always be fun
- pinpoint the source of my discouragement and make changes to alleviate it
- seek encouragement and advice from other homeschoolers
Maybe you aren't feeling discouragement right now. Then, perhaps, you could encourage another homeschooling mom.
Whether with family and friends, in a formal or informal support group, on a blog, or in social media you can be a source of encouragement.
A few ways to encourage discouraged moms...
- prayer
- honestly sharing your own experiences and struggles
- meeting her for coffee or tea, or a social visit (without the kids)
- offering to help in an area of struggle or discouragement
Discouragement isn't confined to the winter days midway through a school year. No, discouragement rears its ugly head anywhere, anytime for anyone of us.
If you are in a season of discouragement, know that you are not alone. Probably every homeschooling mom has felt it at one point or another. I have been there. And, today, I want you to know, you can do this homeschooling thing. You are capable, and you will succeed!
If you are not in a season of discouragement, look around you. Is there a mom you can encourage today? Reach out using one of the ideas listed above, or add another way to encourage in the comment section. Then, we will all benefit from your ideas.
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