• Why Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Homeschool

  • Oct 1 2024
  • Length: 15 mins
  • Podcast

Why Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Homeschool

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m giving you a bit of a pep talk. I’ve been there—staring at the clock, realizing the day is slipping away and thinking, “If I can’t follow my perfect plan, I might as well do nothing.” Sound familiar? Well, I discovered that my problem wasn’t laziness—it was perfectionism. And that perfectionism was sabotaging my ability to be consistent with homeschooling.

    I talk about how embracing imperfection helped me break through the inconsistency in our homeschool. I realized that half-hearted school days and not following the plan exactly were still valuable. The key is to show up and do something, even if it’s not perfect. I also share how creating a “minimum viable day” helped me focus on the most important subjects and stay consistent, even on the craziest days.

    If you’re feeling stuck because things aren’t going perfectly, I encourage you to give yourself some grace. Consistency over perfection is what will make a huge difference in your homeschool.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Perfectionism can sabotage your homeschool consistency.
    • Even imperfect school days can be effective.
    • The “minimum viable day” approach helps focus on essential subjects.
    • Consistency, not perfection, builds long-term homeschool success.

    Links and Resources:

    • Homeschool Consistency Boot Camp
    • Homeschool Better Together free community
    • Pam Barnhill's website

    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to pambarnhill.com/hsbt21

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