Ep. 39 - Dealing with Family Criticism in Homeschooling // Marni Love & Denise Vibbert

The Christy-Faith Show

Christy-Faith discusses the challenges and judgments faced by homeschooling families, especially during family gatherings. Joined by Thrive Mentors Marni Love and Denise Vibbert, they explore strategies for preparing for potentially uncomfortable interactions with family members, addressing skepticism about homeschooling, and setting boundaries with toxic relatives. The conversation emphasizes the importance of confidence in homeschooling choices, understanding socialization, and equipping moms and children with the tools to navigate social situations effectively.

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Takeaways:

• Parents feel judged, especially homeschool families.
• Preparation and boundary setting are key for holiday gatherings.
• Learn how to enjoy family gatherings and understand the difference between curiosity and distrust.

About today’s guest:

Marni Love and Denise Vibbert are veteran homeschoolers who love to encourage other homeschool moms with the wisdom and experience gained from their own journeys.

Christy’s prior episode with Marni:

• https://youtu.be/C1DfSq7bdH0?si=FcSJG0CjEBtO5Qaa

Marni’s website:

• https://www.marnilove.com/

Jake’s Tie Dye (Denise’s son):

• https://jakestiedye.com/

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Navigating Homeschooling Judgments

05:52 Preparing for Family Gatherings

10:16 Understanding Socialization in Homeschooling

19:02 Dealing with Skepticism and Criticism

23:11 Setting Boundaries with Toxic Family Members

28:01 Recognizing Manipulative Behaviors

34:01 Empowering Kids with Confidence

37:04 Embracing the Weirdness in Homeschooling

39:41 Equipping Kids for Social Interactions

45:08 Building Confidence in Homeschooling

48:37 Navigating Questions and Challenges

50:53 Understanding Curiosity vs. Distrust

56:52 Setting Boundaries with Toxic Individuals

01:01:00 The Importance of Inner Circles

01:10:25 Preparing for Family Gatherings

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