193 - Your Thanksgiving Toolkit: 3 Tools to Handle Holiday Criticism
Text Sue what you think!Worried about family questioning your unschooling over Thanksgiving?In this episode, Sue Patterson shares a simple Thanksgiving Toolkit to help you stay calm, grounded, and confident when the tough questions come. Grab 3 practical tools to steady yourself, respond (or not respond) with clarity, and keep the holiday peaceful for you and your kids.Thanksgiving Parent Bundle https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Thanksgiving-Parent-BundleBlack Friday Deals for Sue's Membership https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/black-fridaySupport the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help. You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing - buy Sue a cup of coffee! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
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192 - Staying Grounded During Holiday Stress (Unschooling Parents)
Text Sue what you think!The holidays can bring up all kinds of emotions — especially when you’re the unschooling parent walking into a room where everyone has an opinion. And even if people mean well, their questions can still hit tender spots or stir up old schooling fears.In today’s episode, we’ll talk about how to stay grounded when family members question your unschooling choices. I’ll walk you through five simple, steadying tips you can lean on during awkward moments — the same ones I share with parents inside my membership when this season rolls around.You’ll learn: • why these conversations feel so intense • how to keep your calm without going into defense mode • what to remember when someone still doesn’t “get it” • ways to reconnect with your child and yourself afterward • how to stay confident even when the room feels tenseIf you want to go deeper and make this whole season feel lighter, here are a few helpful resources:🦃 Thanksgiving Learning BundleSimple, meaningful learning ideas to make Thanksgiving week feel connected — not stressful.🖤 Black Friday Membership Sale This is the only time all year the Creating Confidence Membership is discounted. If you’ve been needing support, community, and weekly coaching, this is your moment.🎄 Holiday Learning Bundle All the learning objectives identified in the typical festive activities so you can ENJOY December with any guilt about learning! I'll help you see it everywhere!The holidays don’t have to shake your confidence. You’ve got options, support, and tools — and you’re not doing this alone.Read the Transcript at the blogSupport the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help. You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing - buy Sue a cup of coffee! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
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191 - When Your Child Plays All Day: Unschooling, Deschooling & Real Learning
Text Sue what you think!Ever wonder if you’re doing enough when your child just wants to play all day — Legos, trampolines, video games — and you’re trying to trust unschooling? In this episode, Sue Patterson from Unschooling Mom2Mom answers a real email from a worried parent and explains: Why this “all play” phase is normal during deschooling, What’s actually happening in your child’s brain, How to shift from panic to partnership. How play builds real learning, Why motivation returns naturallyHow to support your child without slipping into passivity or overcontrol.BLACK FRIDAY SALE!Creating Confidence Membership - Only $39/month with no sign-up feeAnnual Membership - $299! - 76% off!Courses 50% off with Discount Code: BF2025All Unschooling Guides - only $99!! with Discount Code: BF2025___________________________Read the Transcript here: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/is-play-enough-what-legos-trampolines-video-games-teach-us-about-learningSupport the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help. You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing - buy Sue a cup of coffee! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
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190 - Unschooling and Gratitude: Noticing What’s Going Right
Text Sue what you think!Feeling stretched thin — or wondering if you’re doing enough? You’re not alone.But I have something simple you can try:Let's look at Gratitude through and unschooling lens!In this episode, Sue Patterson from Unschooling Mom2Mom shares how shifting toward gratitude can calm the chaos and help you see how much is already working in your unschooling life.She has created an Unschooling and Gratitude Hub over at the website. You'll find so many tips and resources for bringing gratitude into your homes. You’ll learn how to spot real learning in everyday moments, model gratitude for your kids, and rebuild calm and connection at home — without adding another “to-do.”💛 Explore the Unschooling & Gratitude Hub for practical tools, videos, and journaling prompts: unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-and-gratitudeThe transcript for this podcast is also at the HubOTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED: Unschooling Guide: Gratitude15 Day Gratitude Challenge: In the membershipUnschooling Mom2Mom Pinterest Board: GratitudeUnschooling Mom2Mom YouTube Playlist: Unschooling GratitudeSupport the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help. You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing - buy Sue a cup of coffee! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
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#189 - How to Start Unschooling (Without Trying Every Homeschool Method First)
Text Sue what you think!Thinking about unschooling but wondering if you have to “try everything else first”? You don’t. 💛In this episode, Sue Patterson from Unschooling Mom2Mom shares a gentle pep talk for parents who feel called toward unschooling but still hesitate. Maybe you’re waiting for the right method, the right time, or the right confidence — but what if you’re already ready enough?Sue unpacks common fears, clears up misinformation from the homeschooling community, and reminds you that unschooling isn’t extreme — it’s human.👉 Visit UnschoolingMom2Mom.com for more resources, and join the Creating Confidence Membership for weekly support and encouragement. (Discounted for Podcast listeners - no sign-up fee!)Read the Transcript here: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/the-path-to-unschooling-how-to-know-when-youre-ready-to-startSupport the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help. You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing - buy Sue a cup of coffee! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
The Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast is a quick conversation with Sue Patterson, coach, author, and mother of 3 grown unschoolers. Sue shares inspiration and tips to help you find the unschooling confidence you're looking for! Even if you’re more of a “homeschooler” than an “unschooler,” these 10 minute(ish) podcasts can help you find more joy in parenting, educating and connecting with your children!
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