Teach Tend and Thrive | Encouragement for Intentional Homeschool Parents

11 | How to Recognize Your Season of Motherhood

Are you feeling overwhelmed as a parent? Here’s the secret to recognizing your life season and thriving! As parents, especially homeschoolers, we often forget to acknowledge our current season of life. I’ve been there—juggling too much and feeling drained. It’s crucial to understand your unique life path to find balance and harmony. Recognizing your season allows you to adjust your approach, focus on what truly matters, and avoid the overwhelm of unrealistic expectations. What season are you in right now? Let’s chat about it! ✨ Subscribe for more encouragement on homeschooling, faith, and tending a full life. #christianmotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianmotherhood] #homeschoolmom [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/homeschoolmom] #motherhoodunfiltered [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/motherhoodunfiltered] #teachtendandthrive [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/teachtendandthrive] Stock media provided by Boomerang/Pond5

10 | You're Not Starting Over--You're Just in a Different Season.

Are you tired of starting over with your goals and routines? In this episode, Kathryn talks about the lie of starting over and pausing without losing your hard-earned progress.

9 | Thoughts on hospitality while grieving during the holidays

The holiday season can be a time of joy, but also a time of grief and needing comfort. In this episode, we explore how to access God's comfort during challenging times, especially when comfort feels out of reach. We also discuss the importance of lamenting and how it can aid in emotional healing during periods of loss, reminding us of the promises of God.Stock Media provided by BOOMERANG / Pond5

8 | Streams in the Desert | Creative Devotional for Homeschool Parents

Are you going through a particularly busy or spiritually dry season? In today's episode, I share a creative devotional, resources, and practical tips to help you thrive in wilderness seasons of homeschooling, marriage, and life. Streams in the Desert devotional: https://teachandtend.com/free-resources/#favoritebooks SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 43:19 (Berean Standard Bible) Behold, I am about to do something new; even now it is coming. Do you not see it? Indeed, I will make a way in the wilderness and streams in the desert. REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Here are some questions for you to reflect on, in a journal or with a friend. 1. How does Isaiah 43:19 speak to your current journey and What “new thing” might God be doing in your life? 2. What does it mean to trust God’s timing when the “new thing” isn’t fully visible yet? 3. How might you create space—emotionally, spiritually, or physically—for God’s streams to flow in your life? https://www.teachandtend.com Stock Media provided by BOOMERANG / Pond5

7 | Dear Homeschool Parent: Here's Why Every Moment Matters

This is Episode 7 in a series called "7 Promises for Homeschool Parents." When the days are long and the years short on this homeschooling journey, God's promises offer the comfort and confidence we need to thrive. Each episode will feature a brief devotional with a few reflection questions and a closing prayer. Download your free guided journal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resources - Teach & Tend⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://teachandtend.com/free-resources/] Music Credit: Stock Media provided by BOOMERANG / Pond5