Episodes
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There is a lot of secondary trauma to be had if we don’t filter information & images right now. War is an adult problem, & not a child’s problem, so as moms we’re going to have to be strategic about leading our kids through this historical time. I hope these ideas are just the beginning of a lot of healthy pursuits for your invaluable homes.
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Conservatism is more about being organized to impact the micro, the local level than about who is in Washington, DC. There are so many small things Christians can do to take ownership of change in their local sphere, here are 5 things to consider.
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~ Thoughts by Paul David Tripp about the Grace of Christmas
~ What I’m doing to make Christmas food prep easier & more consistent each year.
~ Listener tip for less hassle in the kitchen once you get to The Big Meal on The Big Day! Share your tip on IG, tagging @thethoughtfulmompodcast with the hashtag #kitchensinkponderings or message the podcast so I can give you a shout out & share them in an upcoming episode for an easy-breezy Christmas prep. ☺️
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The ritual of journaling can be extremely life giving & soothing during high-volume seasons. Listen to hear why you should try to document a little piece of your heart & mind each day through the holidays. 💗 Free resource for developing this healthy habit can be found @thethoughtfulmompodcast on IG! For my past delve into journaling, check out episode 7 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thoughtful-mom-podcast/id1534912880?i=1000505376435
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Let’s fully celebrate God’s goodness in sustaining the Pilgrims and then sustaining our beautiful country through the years, and then go beyond this to embrace a Gospel-centric gratitude well, using the holiday as a witness to our children of God’s grace & goodness both corporately & individually! Also discussed: Thanksgiving hacks. Share yours on IG, tagging @thethoughtfulmompodcast with the hashtag #kitchensinkponderings so I can give you a shout out & share your tips in an upcoming episode for an easy-breezy Christmas prep. ☺️
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After an extended break, we’re back for brief, encouraging conversations around topics that can help to make our households stronger & more resilient as we foster & celebrate freedom as God imagined it.
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As the cooler weather settles in, the kids aren’t in their tree fort and I’m not in my garden anymore, so the family tucks into the house more. I take advantage of the time to take our minds to beautiful settings and exciting experiences through well-written and long-loved classics! Listen for a some of our picks for this winter. Never miss an episode! Subscribe here and also follow on IG @thethoughtfulmompodcast for updates!
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It’s hard on the front end, but makes such a difference in the long game. Maybe it’s a season of questionably folded tee shirts & soapy water splashed down the front of your cabinet, but the mature, responsible person, the closer bonds, that will emerge soon are worth it! Be encouraged.
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Ever been in a season where the good ideas just keep coming, & you aren't sure which on to act on first, not to mention maybe you wonder if they can fit into your existing filled-to-the-brim life? Yeah, I have too, and I'm sharing my tips for organizing those thoughts when they come.
Plus, I'm passionate about moms investing in their personal development in the margins of weekly life, so I'm chiming in on hobbies and mom life.
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The point is to build milestones that open conversations for us to tell our children God’s story. 💗 Our generation of moms may live in the shadow of Pinterest, but we can effortlessly create the most important moments by looking at what we have to give our kids right now with what’s at our fingertips!
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marriage. methods. conclusion.
In the last episode we explored some of the reasons behind the choice to homeschool. With that foundation in mind, today's episode is all about how to thrive in the journey. Prioritizing marriage. Methods to consider. And game-changing resources.
Helpful links:
School Spirit Pt 1.: Why Some Families Homeschool. https://anchor.fm/thethoughtfulmom/episodes/School-Spirit-Pt-1-WHY--WHAT--HOW-of-our-childrens-education-eqjs6r
Real Life Homeschool Spaces
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1497970997084310/?ref=share
The Good And the Beautiful
https://www.facebook.com/groups/125055781517037/?ref=share
Homeschool Curriculum Marketplace
https://www.facebook.com/groups/109570119143467/?ref=share
Fellowship of Christian Athletes www.fca.orgWeb resultsFellowship of Christian Athletes
HSLDA
https://instagram.com/hslda?igshid=cmoaku43602j
Teach Them Diligently
Christian Homeschool Conventions & Resources | Teach Them Diligently
The Great Homeschool Conventions Homeschooling Resources & Workshops | Great Homeschool Conventions -
Our friend Tolkien painted a pretty picture of how it feels to have a safe landing place called home. 💗
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Christian, whatever state of love you find yourself, I pray you'll find more of Jesus there + broadcast Him from that place. As Jesus showed us, Love is about God, not us.
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They’re more than delicious condiments, they’re an effective word picture God uses to remind us to intentionally curate a feast to help our children develop appetites for the very best & He has for us. We look at how we can do this through incorporating the arts in our homes.
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We’re talking about how to approach the winter blues with a helpful perspective, as well as how we can use hygee to create an atmosphere for our families of celebrating winter once we find the gifts of this special time of year created for rest.
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Ask yourself these 5 questions when reflecting on 2020 & contemplating a new year. Plus intentionally choosing who you want to be.
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The holiday season from Thanksgiving on can be a real flurry! Try doing Thanksgiving and Christmas 2020 style, already a little tired from a stressful year......Let's identify a few types of fatigue and how we can be proactive to care for our bodies and emotions in order to thrive as moms for our families right now! <3
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We can use this Election Cycle to highlight the intelligent design of our government, as well as to process our feelings in a growth-promoting manner. It will take on different flavors depending on the age and maturity of each child, but don't underestimate the value of those thoughtful conversations. Teach them to think like free people, and they will thank you one day. Check out today's sister episode, No More Tired Mama. You'll be thanking me while we continue to navigate these times that ask for our vigilance!
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