Podcast appearances and mentions of rachel rainbolt

When the world we've carefully crafted for our children comes into full bloom, it's nothing short of magical. Rachel Rainbolt joined us to share the rich tapestry of her family's journey through attachment parenting to the liberating philosophy of unschooling. Her reflections give us a window into how her children flourished as they pursued their passions, transitioning into traditional education with the resilience and self-reliance that unschooling fostered. As the Rainbolts' full-time traveling lifestyle came to a halt due to the pandemic, Rachel shares about the silver linings found in the quiet spaces of change and the anticipation of new beginnings as her children embark on their unique paths.

Meet Rachel Rainbolt, the visionary founder of Sage Family and one of my favorite homeschoolers. With a master's degree in marital and family therapy, Rachel has spent years guiding overwhelmed families toward peace and joy. Living on an idyllic island in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and three spirited children, Rachel embodies the essence of a life well-lived, focusing on gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living.Resources:Find Rachel's work at sagefamily.comFollow Rachel on Instagram: @sage.familyRead: Sage HomeschoolingListen to the Sage Family PodcastSage Family Bucket SystemStart a free trial of CTCmath.com to try the math program that's sure to grab and keep your child's attention!Growing Brave Writers is the essential training you need as a parent to be the writing coach your children deserve! Learn more at bravewriter.com/gbw.Sign up for our Text Message Pod Ring to get podcast updates and more!Send us podcast topic ideas by texting us: +1 (833) 947-3684Want help getting started with Brave Writer? Head over to bravewriter.com/getting-startedSign up for the Brave Writer newsletter to learn about all of the special offers we're doing in 2022 and you'll get a free seven-day Writing Blitz guide just for signing up: https://go.bravewriter.com/writing-blitzConnect with Julie:Instagram: instagram.com/juliebravewriterTwitter: twitter.com/bravewriterFacebook: facebook.com/bravewriterProduced by NOVA Media

Build Your Community~How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler  Have you ever felt  disconnected from community? Even more so now that you homeschool?  Are there times when you feel like your ideas on learning and living your family life are too different from others around you?  Do you want to connect wth others that "get you"? Do you want to build your community? Kelly Edwards and I have been in your shoes. As homeschool parents we have felt like taking the leap to home educate has isolated us at times. It has also connected us to others who we may have not ever considered as community otherwise.   In this episode Kelly and I talk about our origin stories as homeschooling parents. We also share how we connected as friends in need of community.  We also share: What community can look like for homeschoolers  How community can challenge us Ways to build community And we talk about one of our favourite communities of all~ How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler 2023~Purpose.Persist.Play Purpose. Persist. Play. This is the third year of our homeschool summit, How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler. We are bringing the powerful "P"'s.  Join us March 24th for Purpose. Persist. Play. If you are looking to learn more about homeschooling, unschooling, self directed learning, parenting, self improvement and just being awesome in general- we've got you :) This year's summit is another impactful day of community, inspiration and learning. Join Kelly Edwards of the 90 Minute School Day as we gather, learn and reflect on supporting our Neurodiverse children in her workshop on Neurodiversity in our Home Education. Connect with the iconic Julie Bogart of Bravewriter on how and what we choose to PERSIST.  Get clarity and comfort from Leah Boden of Modern Miss Mason when we guide with PURPOSE.  Be inspired on the value of PLAY with parent educator Mr. Chazz. Then spend time with me and some really awesome self directed teens in my workshop on Self Directed Teens.  Resources How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler~ register on our website for the FREE summit and receive a wonderful digital Swagbag filled with goodies and resources for your home learning journey.  You can also purchase tickets of the summit recordings, keynote pdf's and extra VIP goodies. (Early bird sale on now) Connect with my community on Clubhouse~ Honey! I'm Homeschooling Club to get in on the pre-summit action. (And meet over 2500 parents that are in the thick of homeschooling or learning more about it before they take the plunge) Check out my interview with Shannon Loucks that I referenced in this episode. Or listen to my interviews with previous summit keynotes~ Dr. Gina Riley, Rachel Rainbolt, Demetria Giles, Ainsley Arment, Leah McDermott, Karema Akilah, Karen Ricks, Julie Bogart, Leah Boden and my friend and summit co-creator, Kelly Edwards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will interviews Rachel Rainbolt, host of the popular Sage Family podcast. They delve into topics such as clearing away the mental clutter of shoulds and should nots in parenting, the art of parenting, and the importance of connecting with your child. They also discuss the challenges of managing anxiety in kids, the importance of co-parenting, and what makes for successful parenting focused on personal growth and well-being. Join them as they explore the ins and outs of parenting and the role of being a parent in today's world. We discuss: Balancing your intuition with your child's needs Art of parenting and seeking help when needed Importance of being aware of emotions and investing in personal growth Co-parenting and establishing boundaries and common values Acknowledging children are born whole Supporting children in dealing with anxiety and expanding their world Being a successful parent through personal growth and well-being. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rachel Rainbolt, founder of Sage Family, and gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living mentor, joins the podcast to discuss money, parenting, homeschooling, and minimalism. With a master's degree in marital and family therapy, she has spent decades guiding thousands of overwhelmed families to peace and joy.  Today, we discuss putting on your oxygen mask first, normalizing different money habits than what we grew up with, living out loud in front of your kids, and living an intentional life. In this episode, Rachel and I chat about: How to live a natural homeschooling, gentle parenting, simple living life The Bucket System, Launching Funds, + paying off $600k+ in debt Giving your kids a seat at the table when discussing money The intersectionality of money and intentional living What is geo-arbitrage and house-hacking Flipping your perspective on “negative” situations + more SPONSOR(S): Not Another Personal Finance Podcast: Listen and subscribe to their podcast TODAY! Sage Money: Learn simple personal finance tactics that will honor your needs and dreams through money storying, debt freedom, conscious spending, intentional banking, smart investing, and financial independence.   MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Sage Family: Debt Freedom With Sami Womack Shining A Light On Simple Living + Gentle Parenting With Rachel Rainbolt  Sexuality With Amy Lang FIND SAGE FAMILY ONLINE + SOCIAL MEDIA HERE: Rachel's Instagram Page Rachel's Website Rachel's Podcast   Rachel's Courses GUEST BIO - RACHEL RAINBOLT: Rachel Rainbolt, founder of Sage Family, and gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living mentor, joins the podcast to discuss money, parenting, homeschooling, and minimalism. With a master's degree in marital and family therapy, she has spent decades guiding thousands of overwhelmed families to peace and joy.  ASSUL RESOURCES: 1:1 Coaching With Sami: Apply today YouTube: Subscribe for free  Instagram: Follow me on the ‘gram  Facebook: Follow me on Facebook The Sunny Sqad: Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women who are ready to live an abundant life full of freedom + positivity. Sami Womack, nationally recognized money expert and finance coach guides listeners toward breaing free from survival mode, gaining financial freedom, staying motivated, and focusing on what matters most. Learn more at: https://www.asunnysideuplife.com    HOST BIO: Sami Womack Sami Womack is the brains behind A Sunny Side Up Life. Her weekly podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and her story has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, The Purpose Show with Allie Casazza, and The His & Her Money Show. When she's not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her daughters, she's creating content, collaborating with finance/minimalist organizations, and inspiring women all over the world to live an intentional life. She began this journey with her high school sweetheart, Daniel, and a debt price tag of $490,000. They both took control of their family's finances by downsizing, budgeting, and changing habits. From this experience, A Sunny Side Up Life was born. Today, Sami owns this business helping women get through dark times and experience the life-altering magic of intentional living. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast Support: Weir Digital Marketing Podcast Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing Audio Engineer: Garrett Davis

In this episode, Rachel Rainbolt joins us in talking about how to have more simplicity as a family.    Our world is packed with stuff and activities, some of which we want and need, and a lot of which we don't. Rachel teaches us tips to simplify our time and space so we can have more ease and joy.   Rachel, the founder of Sage Family, is a gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living mentor. With a master's degree in marital and family therapy, she has spent decades guiding thousands of overwhelmed families to peace and joy. Rachel works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their fixer upper on the beach.   We go into: [2:15] The case study that frames this conversation [7:00] The simplicity mindset [15:50] Why transitions are hard for kids [17:20] Where to put yourself on your to do list [22:00] How to help kids get rid of stuff [26:20] The biggest blocks parents get when it comes to simplicity  [29:45] Best practices for getting started with simplifying your space [33:30] Reframing trying to ‘do it all'   Resources mentioned in this episode The Sage Family Podcast  Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski  Rachel's Freebies Sage Family Village   Connect with Rachel On Instagram On Facebook https://sagefamily.com   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a short consult or coaching session call

This week I chat with Rachel Rainbolt, the Sage Parenting Coach, about collaboration. This is the form of communication that helps our children know how to make decisions and problem solve when we're not around, which is, after all, the ultimate goal. Head to https://holisticfamilypsychologist.com/episode/3-lnwyz for the full show notes. Follow me on instagram @raisinghumanskind

Deschooling Money & Minimalism Rachel Rainbolt joins me on the podcast for episode 116, Deschooling, Money & Minimalism. This season we are moving further into the Deschooling process; what it means, why it is important, the broader impacts it has in our life and how it can positively impact our learning journey. (That's right. I said how it can positively impact our learning journey) Rachel Rainbolt, founder of Sage Family, is a gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living mentor. With a master's degree in marital and family therapy, she has spent decades guiding thousands of overwhelmed families to peace and joy. Rachel works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their fixer upper on the beach. In This Episode Homeschooling flourishes when we are intentionally connected to our values. In this episode we explore what those values are for Rachel's family and the impact it has on not just their learning world, but on the life they lead. It's all about Deschooling Money, Minimalism, Simplicity, Intentionality and Relationships in order to live our best life. Tune in to listen to our discussion on: Why natural homeschooling connects with Rachel's family's values and beliefs Minimalism- letting go of all of the stuff that doesn't matter so that we create space for what does Why unschooling is minimalism for education Minimalism in parenting Minimalism in relationships Simplifying life to fulfillment The idea of Excess for Success Spending in alignment with values Deschooling money- looking with nonjudgemental curiosity at our relationship with money What it means to have a healthy relationship with money and why this is a part of the Deschooling process How to talk about money with our kids without fear and baggage Resources Mentioned There were a ton of tips and resources on deschooling money and minimalism that we shared in this episode. You can find the links below Connect with Rachel Sage Family  Sage Family Podcast Rachel on Instagram Sage Family Village Bucket System (course) Homeschool Hacks (freebie) Sage Money (course) Money Mojo Quiz (freebie) Money Book List Books Mentioned A Simple Path To Wealth Total Money Makeover- Dave Ramsey Your Money Or Your Life- Vicki Robin The 4 Hour Work Week- Tim Ferris Connect With Robyn Homeschooling With Purpose Master Class How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler March Summit Listen to Rachel's first interview on the podcast and learn more about their journey into natural learning. Would you like to support the podcast? Become a patron~ https://www.patreon.com/honeyimhomeschoolingthekids Enjoy this episode? Share it on social media. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomeschoolingthekids/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finding Joy, Connection and Freedom Within Structure Kelly Edwards is the creator of the 90-Minute School Day.  A lifestyle approach to education.  The 90-Minute School Day method connects children with learning in their natural environment: at home with their family.  It is designed for pre-K through 6th grade.  Kelly is passionate about home education, connecting families through attachment, learning as a lifestyle and helping children (and parents) identify their purpose.  Kelly is entering her 7th year as a homeschool mom, she lives in the Shenandoah Valley of WV with her husband and 3 girls ages 13, 6, and 3.  She is a licensed foster parent, successful entrepreneur, and community citizen.  She uses her personal and professional experience to guide the homeschooling parent with a framework and system to overcome the overwhelm that affects each of us.  You can learn more about her by visiting www.90minuteschoolday.com or follow her on Instagram at @90minuteschoolday. Have you ever met someone that you seem to connect with pretty quickly, despite the circumstances? What about on social media? Kelly and I met on the social app, Clubhouse and even though we live in two different countries we found our paths crossing. We connected on a personal level and have been in touch regularly ever since. (It's pretty cool how our world works now, isn't it?) As a fellow homeschooling parent who's underlying values match many of mine, I wanted to have Kelly on the show. And of course, Kelly brought a huge amount of value, tools and personal experience to this episode. In This Episode-Finding Joy, Connection and Freedom within Structure In this episode Kelly spoke to why they have chosen to homeschool their 3 children. The choice for them was not a change in lifestyle but a need they saw for their children~Greater attachment. Kelly's family homeschool is based on the foundation of emotional attachment and connection, faith and freedom. Kelly says that if we are not feeling the emotional connection, then our learning stops. Kelly has also found a framework and flow to their days that she says as a business owner and homeschool parent, allows her to find joy, connection and freedom within structure. In this episode we spoke to; Connection and resiliency Living education and living life together What homeschooling looks like for child and parent in their home and what that includes- play, empathy, adventuring, working, talking, facilitating The 90 minute structure and finding freedom within structure Being intentional when framing your day The Circadian cycle and how Kelly intentionally creates their days to reflect the cycle, rest and seasons How to set up your child for success Kelly's advice on Deschooling and ways we can access freedom, calm, confidence and connection this summer and beyond Confidence, Calm and Connection- How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler Kelly and I have been working on a new project together this summer. It's the first Homeschooling Summit to be featured on Clubhouse and it's called How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler. The summit runs August 6th and is based on 3 cornerstone themes of homeschooling; Confidence, Calm and Connection. We have a keynote speaker for each theme along with interactive Q&A's with each speaker as well as further discussions with Kelly and I. (That means a space to get your questions answered, air your doubts and connect with others in real time!!) Gina Riley, professor and unschooling parent to a grown unschooler, will be speaking to the theme of Confidence. Demetria Giles, educator, consultant and single homeschool mom will speak to Calm and Rachel Rainbolt, gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living mentor will speak to Connection. The summit is open to anyone that would like to join on Clubhouse. But to receive the recordings, freebies and special giveaways, you have to register for the free summit. To register go here. Resources Connect with Kelly on her website www.90minuteschoolday.com or Instagram @90minuteschoolday Register for the Summit, How To Be An Awesome Homeschooler Listen to my interviews with the Summit Keynotes on this podcast; Dr. Gina Riley, Demetria Giles and Rachel Rainbolt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter makes a guest appearance on Sage Family Podcast, with Rachel Rainbolt. In this conversation, they talk about what it means to parent mindfully. They discuss topics like what’s happening in our brains and bodies when we feel the stress response, what mindfulness is, and how it is helpful when we’re in that stress response, we can hold a beginner’s mind, the parenting superpower - empathy, and how to get both our needs as well as our children’s needs met more peacefully. *New!* Watch video clips from other episodes on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to  Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! Takeaways: What’s happening in our brains and bodies when we feel the stress response. Empathy is the parenting superpower. Get creative with finding a solution that meets the needs of everyone. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong!  Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/ Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Be sure to check out this deal from this week’s sponsor: Ana Luisa - go treat yourself and your loved ones with a unique gift and get 10% off at analuisa.com/hunter. Hellowater - For 10% off right now, that’s hellowater.com, promo code HUNTER She's Birdie - Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to ShesBirdie.com/HUNTER.

Did you feel an instant connection with your baby after they were born? Or maybe, did it take a little longer to bond and grow in love? If your experience was more like the latter, you are not alone....and I share my story here. In this episode I am joined by my friend Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel was one of my greatest resources of support when I was struggling with bonding with my baby. In this episode she offers compassionate and supportive tips for how to embrace the imperfect and new relationship you have with your baby. Rachel is the Sage Family coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate for gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living, with an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and decades of experience guiding families to peace and joy at sagefamily.com. She works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their fixer upper on the beach. Rachel's Baby Massage Video: https://youtu.be/5qkSW1V-0fs

Did you feel an instant connection with your baby after they were born? Or maybe, did it take a little longer to bond and grow in love? If your experience was more like the latter, you are not alone....and I share my story here. In this episode I am joined by my friend Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel was one of my greatest resources of support when I was struggling with bonding with my baby. In this episode she offers compassionate and supportive tips for how to embrace the imperfect and new relationship you have with your baby. Rachel is the Sage Family coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate for gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living, with an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and decades of experience guiding families to peace and joy at sagefamily.com. She works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their fixer upper on the beach. Rachel's Baby Massage Video: https://youtu.be/5qkSW1V-0fs

You know that quote, “I was the perfect parent before I had kids”?Well...this may be my favorite parenting quote. Before having kids, I thought I had it all figured out. I was going to be gentle with my kids, yet make sure they listened.I was going to empower them with my words and never quilt or shame them.I was going to teach and not punish.And, I was going to do it with a smile on my face.Then I had kids and they became toddlers and my words weren’t always kind, my temper wasn’t always managed, and there were a lot of tears and frustrations (from my kids and me)! I no longer felt like the perfect parent. And some days, not even an adequate one.When you first become a parent, you parent from your own experiences and what you think is best and then you realize you’re parenting real human beings, with real feelings, independence, and perspectives. And stuff starts to get hard. Before I go into our topic on Gentle Parenting,I want you to know (something that has taken me a long time to take to heart), that you are enough right now. The only thing we can do is parent the best we know how right now and let God fill in the gaps.So when you listen to this week’s episode of The Simple Home Podcast, listen with an open mind, but have grace for yourself! Rachel from Sage Family teaches us how to use gentle parenting as a way to connect with our kids, discipline with compassion, and raise happy, healthy, families. This is one parenting strategy that I’ve found great success with and I hope it gives you some new strategies and encouragement as well.When I recommend a product that I believe will add value for you, it may contain an affiliate link, and when you click the link to make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.Links from this episodeThe Bucket System- I use and love this says a way to keep my kids and myself responsible for what we need and want to get done each day. This system keeps me from reminding and nagging my kids all day long which helps build our relationship and fosters independence. Rachelraindbolt.com- Sage Family books, resources, courses, and more. Sage Family Podcast12 Secrets to Keep Calm and CollectedRachel on IGIf you’d like to hang out more and stay motivated in between episodes, come join my free Facebook community. It’s full of like minded people who are working hard to simplify their lives too! This work is easier done in community than by yourself so come over and join us!If this episode inspired you in some way, please take a minute to leave a rating and review on itunes. Use this link, click the 5 starts, and write a short review of the show!

Simpler, more natural living is really appealing to thoughtful parents in our world of more tech and more stuff. It can give us a sense of rest and ease. But how do we get there from our busy lives? My guest, Rachel Rainbolt helps us move from overwhelmed to calm, from fearful to trusting. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to  Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! Takeaways: Kids absorb their environment and reflect it back in their behavior. When we have the intention to join with our child, we get out of the house more easily. We need to pull together our intuition with science and research. Rachel Rainbolt is the Sage Family coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate for gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living, with an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and decades of experience guiding families to peace and joy at rachelrainbolt.com. She works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their fixer-upper on the beach. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong!  Download the audio training, Mindfulness For Moms (The Superpower You Need) for free! It's at mindfulmomguide.com. Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Get started right away with no shipping required by going to StoryWorth.com/hunter. You'll get $10 off your first purchase! Get 25% off your entire order for a limited time with promo code HUNTER at braddockusa.com/. To learn more about the Homeschool Magnet student experience, visit https://www.homeschoolmagnet.com/

Colleen explores gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, simple living, "adventuring" and more with Rachel Rainbolt of Sage Parenting.

In this episode, I talk to Rachel Rainbolt, MFT, parenting coach, writer, and podcaster, about practicing off the beaten path. We talk about integrating family and career in non-traditional ways.  Full episode notes are listed in the episode webpage below. Some highlights: Integrating family and work life in authentic ways Coaching vs therapy models Telehealth / Online coaching Finding alternative career opportunities Aligning your values with your actions Helping families simplify their lives The benefits and challenges of “living out loud” on social media Our fallibility and continued personal “work in progress” Living in the “overlap” of needs visit Tamara's website Tamara's Instagram   Tamara on TwitterThis hour has 50 minutes website Further information: Rachel on Instagram  @sage.family Sage Family website www.rachelrainbolt.com Sage Family Podcast  Tamara's conversation with Rachel about Discipline on Sage Family PodcastRachel's books found here Sage Parenting: Honored and Connected Sage Homeschooling: Wild and Free Sage Sleep: Rested and Connected Sage Breastfeeding: Nourished and Connected Found here 

In this episode I talk with Dr. Monique Atkins about how we balance parenting with clinical practice. We talk logistics, pros/cons of working part-time, and our own parenting fails.More information about Dr. Tamara Soles' clinic is available here https://www.thesecurechild.com/You can follow Tamara on Twitter https://twitter.com/drtamarasoles?lang=en or instagram https://www.instagram.com/drtamarasoles/Resources related to parenting and work life balancehttps://www.apa.org/monitor/2013/10/balancing-kidshttps://www.apa.org/pi/about/newsletter/2015/09/women-workplaceMaternal work early in the lives of children and its distal associations with achievement and behavior problems: A meta-analysis.https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2010-20411-001I referenced parent coach, Rachel Rainbolt who can be found here https://rachelrainbolt.com/

In a world where frustrated and exhausted parents are the norm, amazing women like Rachel Rainbolt are paving the way in the opposite direction. Rachel shares all about how she shines a light on an alternate path where parents and children are allies and families are free to love life together. She answers all of your questions about homeschooling, gentle parenting, and all of the fears and transitions involved along the way. IN THIS EPISODE, SAMI + RACHEL CHAT ABOUT: Why her family chose to homeschool School at home vs. homeschooling What exactly “gentle parenting” means + how to put it into practice How to break the habit of just “screaming” at your kids The mindset behind getting curious and collaborating with your kids How to deal with aggression between siblings Tips for independent play How to “discipline” while gentle parenting Encouraging words for getting your partner on board with gentle parenting Tips for helping your kids learn to live within simplified boundaries Thoughts behind making sure homeschool teachings are at the same or above level of public education Advice on what to say to homeschool critics Tips for nurturing yourself while your kids are home all-day RESOURCES MENTIONED: Rachel's Books, Classes + Coaching Opportunities [Sage Family Podcast] Ep. 32: Debt Freedom with Sami Womack [Fun Free Downloads] Grab yourself this FREE set of 8 Happy Spring Phone Backgrounds Download DOSH — the easiest cashback app >> Sami's Digital Budgeting System Worksheets Podcast Home Page Leave a Podcast Review MEET OUR GUEST Rachel Rainbolt from Sage Family is a coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate for gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living, with an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, and decades of experience guiding families to peace and joy. Rachel works from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her 3 wildlings and the papa bear in their mid-century modern fixer-upper on the beach. Instagram | Website | Podcast I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU... Reviews are everything on iTunes! Would you take a minute and click here to leave a review? If you have a question or comment about this episode connect with me over on Facebook or Instagram.  HEY I'M SAMI WOMACK I'm the wife to my high school sweetheart, Daniel, + homeschooling momma to our 3 girls. I'm the Budgeting Coach + Motivational Speaker behind  A Sunny Side Up Life. My family used to be in $490k of debt + living paycheck-to-paycheck, but after we hit rock bottom everything changed for us! Now that my family has become debt free + gained financial freedom, I want to help your family do the same! My passion is inspiring women to live abundant lives through budgeting, intentional living, and positive thinking. I offer a jump start into budgeting with my free 8-day Declutter Your Budget Challenge + full budgeting experience with my course, Your Sunny Money Method.

Today I bring you my conversation with Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel is the Sage Family coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate for gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living. In the discussion today, you’ll hear Rachel’s secrets to natural homeschooling that include de-schooling, connection, trust, freedom, collaboration, and more. Rachel's brand of unschooling practices minimalism for education: not trying to pile boxes of random information into the attic of our kids' minds! Find all the resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP115: Natural Homeschooling Let's keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram!   

In this episode you’ll get to listen in on a conversation I had with Rachel Rainbolt from Sage Parenting. Rachel is a coach, writer, podcaster, and advocate of all things gentle parenting, natural homeschooling, and simple living.  We know you’ll get a lot out of this conversation with two mommas who don’t always get it right, who sometimes lose their cools or get overwhelmed, but always try to do what’s best for their ever-changing children and families.   [4:13] Find the overlap between your child’s needs and your concerns and collaborate with them to find a solution that addresses both.  [5:02] Example of overlap. [6:30] “It feels really great to treat children like actual human beings, deserving of respect, and honoring our own needs and feelings in the process.”  [6:59] Some mistakenly believe this only works for older kids.  [8:18] Sometimes we have unrealistic expectations or have this “template” we try to use. We need to keep our expectations aligned with each unique, individual child. [10:48] Have grace for yourself...we're not all born as great parents. It takes effort and work.  [11:23] Narrate out loud what's going through your head. [11:36] We all lose it sometimes. Model what it looks like to ask forgiveness and make repairs. [13:55] Get yourself out of that fight, flight, or freeze response so you can think and respond instead of reacting. [14:48] Rachel’s approach to homeschooling.  [16:17] Started out in public school, but it didn't feel right.  [18:27] This is how children naturally learn and develop. [22:16] When you hold space for your child's preferences & desires, they'll do the same for you. [25:09] Some parents need a little more structure around their child's education, and that's ok. Find a balance. [26:52] Relax on the timelines of what they're supposed to learn. don't need to push things so early. [31:30] Rachel’s approach with screens at home. [32:52] Don't fear technology. Screens are like a tool or part of the environment. [37:38] We're all unique, and you have to do what works best for your family. [40:59] What is the bucket system? [45:02] Rachel’s approach to minimalism and simple living.  [45:32] We all need to simplify our lives to give us space to work on the things that are most meaningful. [47:28] Involve your children in conversations about finances. [50:13] You can bring your kids into money conversations without adding the burdensome or stressful elements of your financial situation.  [53:39] Many necessary life skills aren't learned in school.  [58:17] Keep a list of things that each child wants. As holidays or birthdays approach, revisit the list and ask if there’s anything they no longer want.  [58:43] Give things away to other families/children and allow your children to see the positive effect it has on that family. If you make it a priority to discover and honor your child's preferences & desires, you’ll find that they'll do the same for you and it will completely change the dynamics of your family!  If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me @parentingjunkie or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe here so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can leave one here.  Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community Love Parenting with Avital. Links & resources mentioned: Rachel’s website, Sage Parenting @SageParenting on IG Free to Learn by Peter Gray The Opposite Of Spoiled by Ron Lieber Show Notes: https://www.theparentingjunkie.com/47

The Top 5 questions that I get asked about homeschooling and unschooling Not sure what the term 'Unschooling' really means or how it differs from traditional homeschool? Are you uncertain how kids can actually learn if life looks nothing like the traditional schooling structure? Would you love to homeschool or unschool but you just don't know how you can afford it? Would you love to homeschool but your life partner is not on the same page? What do you do then? These are questions that I receive often from listeners of the podcast. Questions and fears are natural, especially if you are creating a life of your own design that doesn't follow the normal routine of others around you. As much as I try to address these questions in interviews with my guests, there are times when it seems best to answer them directly. Which is what I am doing with this episode. So grab a cup of your choice and listen in on the top 5 questions that I receive on homeschooling and unschooling. Throughout the episode I reference many others, including past episodes and resources. All of those I have included at the bottom of this page. Question 1: What is unschooling? Question 2: Why did we move from traditional homeschooling to unschooling? Question 3: If we unschool how do we know if our children are actually learning? Question 4: How do parents afford to stay home and homeschool or unschool? Question 5: What happens when you want to homeschool but your spouse or partner is not on the same page? What did you think about the top 5 questions about homeschooling and unschooling that I receive? Do you need more explanation on a few things? If you do, write me and let me know. If there are other top 5 questions that you have about homeschooling and unschooling, let me know those too! For Show notes go to~ http://imhomeschooling.com/?p=3464 Support me through Patreon~ https://www.patreon.com/honeyimhomeschoolingthekids Resources Mentioned In This Episode Resources For Parents ~ http://imhomeschooling.com/homeschool-resources/ Pat Farenga~ https://www.johnholtgws.com/pat-farengas-blog/ John Holt~ Website https://www.johnholtgws.com/ Honey I'm Homeschooling The Kids Episode with Pat: http://imhomeschooling.com/pat-farenga-on-homeschooling-and-education/ Leah Mcdermott~ http://www.yournaturallearner.com/ Rachel Rainbolt~ http://www.sageparenting.com/shop/ MicroSchool Builders Facebook Group~ https://www.facebook.com/groups/622539617933686/ MicroSchool Builders Website Past Episodes that I mentioned: Ranan Lachman~http://imhomeschooling.com/life-of-their-own-design-ranan-lachman/ Jaime Salonen~http://imhomeschooling.com/hihtk-episode-7-jaime-salonen-escaping-the-rat-race-and-worldschooling/ Leah McDermott~ http://imhomeschooling.com/natural-learning-leah-mcdermott/ Rachel Rainbolt~ http://imhomeschooling.com/natural-learning/ Mara Linaberger~ http://imhomeschooling.com/micro-schools-mara-linaberger/ Michelle Goulet~ http://imhomeschooling.com/wild-child-forest-school/

The Call Of The Wild + Free Ainsley Arment is the founder of Wild + Free, a community of mothers that are changing the preconceived notion of what it means to homeschool. Ainsley is also co-founder of Wild Explorers Club and the Wild + Free Farm Village, and host of the Wild + Free podcast. Her new book, The Call of the Wild + Free: Reclaiming Wonder in Your Child's Education was published in September. She and her husband Ben homeschool their five children; Wyatt, Dylan, Cody, Annie, and Millie, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. When Ainsley began her motherhood journey, homeschooling was not something she ever considered.  It wasn't until her oldest began school that she started to reconsider. She noticed as he spent more time in school he started to become distant and began to care more about what the other kids thought of him. And his desire and innate curiosity to learn started to dim. Ainsley decided that instead of letting his light dim she wanted to give him wonder, freedom and curiosity. She wanted him to have his childhood back and homeschooling looked like the best option to do that. "It's less about the childishness, and more about the child-likeness. It's about that natural born wonder." How They Became Wild + Free Ainsley shares how the first few years of homeschool unfolded for them. The joys they experienced, the wonder and their early concerns. The joy came from doing life together at home and in nature. Ainsley saw her son's love for learning ignite again and wonder began to form his education. She saw his childhood coming back. At the same time Ainsley also understood the loneliness that arrives when you feel like you are the only one doing what you do. When you don't have your tribe. Or the uncertainty that you feel when you want to keep going but feel like you are fading out. It was the joys and the concerns that led to the creation of the vibrant Wild + Free community. In This Episode In this episode Ainsley shares how the Wild + Free community that began as a space on Instagram quickly spread to other parents throughout the world that wanted to reclaim the wonder of childhood. Wild + Free offers a common language for a certain set of values that many parents share; the wonder of learning, being out in nature, and the joy of living in the freedom of homeschooling. It also provides a place to hear from other moms in the trenches that are doing the hard work everyday. Ainsley's beautiful new book, The Call of The Wild + Free is an extension of this life. She gets into the why, the myths, and the how. How do you set up a rhythm in your home? How is the wild + free way different? I found Ainsley to be another kindred spirit and we chatted well past the time we stopped recording. Her passion is evident and the love for her family and the values she sees in giving kids freedom is clear. As for her challenges, they are similar to what many of us face; trying to juggle it all with a growing family, making room for quality time and quality education. But her advice is simple but powerful~ find what works for you in each season and embrace it. If you would like to learn more about the Wild + Free community or order the book go to: Wild + Free Website: bewildandfree.org On Instagram instagram.com/ainsl3y instagram.com/wildandfree.co  If you would like to hear more about families that are reclaiming childhood and finding freedom through homeschool check out my episode with Rachel Rainbolt http://imhomeschooling.com/natural-learning/

Today I'm chatting with Rachel Rainbolt of The Sage Family Podcast and Sage Parenting all about her passions - gentle parenting, family adventuring, and natural homeschooling. Rachel is a parenting coach & expert, mom of 3 and natural homeschooling mom, and I absolutely love her focus on family connectedness. We also discuss how minimalism and simplicity plays a role in her family life.    You can find Rachel at the following links: Sage Parenting Website Sage Parenting on Instagram Sage Family Podcast Other Links: Summer Writer's Bundle Minimal-ish on Instagram Minimal-ish Website Make Room Ebook (free guide to getting started with minimalism & intentional living)

Jodie Cook: Supporting Enterprise Jodie Cook always knew she wanted to work for herself and do work that she loved to do. She was fresh out of University when she started her Social Media Agency, JC Social Media, in 2011 at the age of 22. Jodie's company has grown from a staff of 1 to 18. She has won numerous awards and accolades and her TEDx talk, Creating Useful People, is a statement on the importance of supporting enterprising skills and having role models.  Jodie's current focus is her book series for kids. Clever Tykes story books inspire positive, resourceful and creative behaviour. Each story features a unique character and theme. Clever Tykes books are now read in every primary school in the United Kingdom! Jodie plans to replicate this in countries across the world. If you are a person that believes in the importance of self directed learning, this episode is a good one. Jodie speaks not as a teacher, nor as a parent. She is a young employer in today's knowledge economy. She is a business owner that knows the benefits of a commitment to learning and improving.  In this episode we talked about: Why a commitment to learning is a huge factor when she is recruiting staff. Wonder what qualities an employer is looking for? Listen to what Jodie has to say. The need Jodie saw when she created Clever Tykes story books (and listen to her amazing goal for the book series, and the help she needs to achieve this goal) The Power of Role Models Why Enterprise is a needed skill for young people today What Parents Can do to Support Enterprise How her own mom encouraged independence Euthymia~Why this one Greek word underpins so much of what she does in life Resources Clever Tykes: Enterprise Storybooks jodiecook.com Ted Talk On The Tranquility of The Mind~Seneca Peace of Mind~Seneca Marcus Aurelias I mentioned my interview with Rachel Rainbolt on the podcast Sage Parenting. You can listen to more here. Rachel was also interviewed on Honey! I'm Homeschooling The Kids episode Natural Learning How To Raise Money Smart Kids: John Lanza      

Our first guest was Rachel Rainbolt from the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, who brought a rat snake on the show. And, she filled us in on all the great work C.R.O.W. is doing. Our second guest was Tina Terrel. Tina and her family opened a new business on the beach called Wave of Vitality, and it's all about good health. Listen in... Be sure to search for Beach Talk Radio in iTunes or any other of your favorite podcast players and subscribe today!  We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don’t want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Our first guest was Rachel Rainbolt from C.R.O.W., brought a rat snake on the show. And, she filled us in on all the great work C.R.O.W. is doing. Our second guest was Tina Terrel. Tina and her family opened a new business on the beach and it's all about good health.

Taking the road less traveled is not always simple. During the holiday season the list of obligations grow rapidly and saying "no" can seem out of reach. Today I am chatting with Rachel Rainbolt from Sage Parenting. Rachel and I are talking about the idea of "doing life differently". Many of us are raising our … SFP 136: Taking the Road Less Traveled [with Rachel from Sage Parenting] Read More » The post SFP 136: Taking the Road Less Traveled [with Rachel from Sage Parenting] appeared first on Simple Families.

In this episode I sit down with parenting coach, educator, writer, and LGBTQIA activist Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel has her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and through her coaching and writing holds space for parents to say "Yes!" to connection, joy, and freedom in life with their families. Rachel offers simple but profound ways we can design a life with our childen rooted in our values. She also shares how her and her partner hold space in their family for gender creativity and gender expression..."We held the space for our kid to be exactly who they were. My child was born with a given spirit, and that is who they are and my role as a parent can influence so much in terms of the outcome with their happiness and wellbeing and success, but they come into this world with that given spirit piece. You either honor it and then you have this amazing life of connection that's so rewarding and joyful, or you don't and then you miss out on that. You miss out on the gift of being in connection in this deep meaningful way, in a way of celebrating this human." For more information on Rachel's work you can find her at www.sageparenting.com.

In this episode I sit down with parenting coach, educator, writer, and LGBTQIA activist Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel has her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and through her coaching and writing holds space for parents to say "Yes!" to connection, joy, and freedom in life with their families. Rachel offers simple but profound ways we can design a life with our childen rooted in our values. She also shares how her and her partner hold space in their family for gender creativity and gender expression..."We held the space for our kid to be exactly who they were. My child was born with a given spirit, and that is who they are and my role as a parent can influence so much in terms of the outcome with their happiness and wellbeing and success, but they come into this world with that given spirit piece. You either honor it and then you have this amazing life of connection that’s so rewarding and joyful, or you don’t and then you miss out on that. You miss out on the gift of being in connection in this deep meaningful way, in a way of celebrating this human." For more information on Rachel's work you can find her at www.sageparenting.com.

In this episode, we chat with parenting coach, Rachel Rainbolt, about a number of things from gentle parenting to unschooling and everything in between.  Rachel Rainbolt is the Sage Parenting Coach. She brings a unique alchemy of insight (with a master's degree in Family Therapy), experience (with 2 decades helping thousands of children and gentle parents), passion (as a media advocate for natural sleep, breastfeeding, parenting, and homeschooling), and heart (unschooling and attachment parenting mother of 3) to the Sage Parenting book series, eclasses, email coaching, and now podcast. She coaches families all over the world primarily from the Pacific Northwest, where she lives wild and free in connection with her wildlings in their mid-mod fixer-upper on the water. Show notes for Episode 217 Consider becoming a Patreon sponsor of The Luminous Mind

Natural Parenting With Rachel Rainbolt Rachel Rainbolt is the Sage Parent Coach and a natural learning mama. She believes in the power of  trust and connection. Rachel wants to elevate mothers to believe in themselves and act on their power to create and live a joyful natural parenting, learning path. Rachel has her Masters degree in family therapy, is a parenting coach, writer, and home education mom to her 3 kids. Honestly, she has a list of letters and titles behind her name, but her academic background almost seems counter to how she lives today — living in a state of parental flow. Rachel runs her business Sage Parenting from her computer in their home in the Pacific Northwest. But more often you can find her hiking through the forest with her family. Rachel and I talked about her new book — Sage Homeschooling Wild and Free, their natural learning journey and why she says connection and trust is the foundation for all other learning.What Does Rachel’s Background Bring? Rachel’s background is in psychology and Family Therapy. She’s also a certified infant massage educator. She’s an advocate for natural sleep, breastfeeding, parenting, and learning. Rachel feels her degrees have value and do inform much of her life, but as she shared on the podcast, they also helped indoctrinate her with a mountain of beliefs, assumptions, and expectations she says she had to shake off to adopt the natural learning method of parenting. She says the field of psychology was valuable and taught her how to sift through data and do research. But she’s since noticed that her choices and beliefs differ quite a bit from her fellow graduates. Her life now relies on connection, trust, and the natural unfolding of life.Her Family’s Education Journey Rachel started her family journey using attachment parenting. When her oldest turned 4, she started looking for schools for her son because that is what, “we’re supposed to do.” She didn’t even know there were other options. Her and her husband put their son in Kindergarten at the public school where he stayed all the way to the start of 2nd grade. When they started homeschooling they stayed with their local public district. This meant the same work as the school classroom — which was an eye-opening experience. Soon they switched to a charter homeschool, then switched to independent homeschooling, before diving fully into unschooling. Rachel’s oldest loves homeschooling. He didn’t enjoy most aspects of school, especially the routine of getting up early, rushing off, and sitting in a desk all day. The family also saw that his natural learning fire was extinguishing. It only rekindled when they started homeschooling. Rachel says she sometimes wishes she’d slowed down and listened to herself more and just started homeschooling right away. But as she also said, “We have to walk our journey and be patient with ourselves.” Today, her oldest son brings gratitude and wisdom to the younger kids that only know unschooling. Rachel’s believes unschooling is a lifestyle of learning and connection. She practices learning with her children and trusts in her own journey as she does in her children’s.Why Write Sage Homeschooling? Many people don’t know this kind of lifestyle exists. She meets people at the playground who have no idea about natural parenting or natural learning. It’s a passion piece for her and she feels there’s less information available about the natural learning mindset. What information is available is mostly dated. Rachel finds that there aren’t many families living the natural learning process today. She wants others to know natural is an option and what it can look like. This is why she wrote the book.Does A Natural Learning Environment Include Screens? Rachel and I discussed what the natural learning environment can include, especially the debate around kids and technology. Rachel says people have a misconception that you can’t live a natural-minded life while owning technology. Her family lives close to a forest and sound and are outside constantly, but they also have access to an infinite amount of knowledge because of technology. She gave me a few examples. They can be walking through a forest and discover a tree that interests them. Rachel will take out her phone and reference what it is and information about it all in a matter of minutes. Her oldest is video chatting with a group of friends he met at an unschooling conference. They are currently writing a screenplay together using Google Docs. It wouldn’t be any more valid if it was on a piece of paper. People are judgemental about screens, but Rachel says the out-of-balance feeling is usually more about the parents. Research shows that children escape more into a virtual world if their real life doesn’t have much to engage with. If they are alone for hours for example, without access to the outdoors. If you are feeling out of balance, the best place to focus your efforts is on building your life and placing more engaging things in your environment. Focus on engaging and not limiting.Screens Are Tools Screens are powerful tools in the learning process. In the Rainbolt home, they have one adventure day and 2 home days for their balance. On home days, when the kids are on screens they more often watch and then create. The screen may or may not be one piece to that learning. The word “screen” encompasses so much and Rachel has found that the research does lag behind a bit. A lot of the data still pertains to kids watching TV shows. But that can be misleading, and Rachel knows from her own life example what the TV created for her as a child. Your kids may be getting positive things out of it that you may not be aware of. She told me about the Robin Hood cartoon that she watched as a child and how much she loved it. It was a show she resonated with, because it came at a time when she felt disempowered and she didn’t have much of a voice. That movie empowered her. Rachel and I talked about her placement of screens in her natural learning environment section of the book. She asked, “Do you bake online? Use Online music classes? ‘Screen time’ is so much more integrated into how we can tap into the world as opposed to before.” Screens are tools that go along with paper, LEGO, books, and paint. They are a tool kids have to draw from in their environment.The Natural Learning Environment The homeschool environment is a powerful force in natural learning. Especially if you promote self -directed learning. With the right materials in the home environment her kids can play, act, and create what’s going on in their mind. It also makes her job a lot easier. She doesn’t tell them what to do but she creates an environment that supports their interests. She sets up invitations which they can use or decline. There is a misconception that if you are not controlling and instructing there is no learning. But there is so much learning that happens in place of control. Instead of an enforcer, Rachel’s is a supportive guide. By role-modelling you can foster the qualities your children need later in life. They are responsible for their own learning when you’re not responsible for it. And the trust — the more she trusts them, the more their amazing qualities blossom and flourish.Connection Is The Foundation For All Learning It creates a safety where everything else springs from. This important piece can be absent from schools but it’s the first level building block in natural learning. Rachel feels that in the future, education will turn to more alternative schooling opportunities. But it’s important to be clear on the role and purpose of those schools. Be clear on the function so the environment can be designed around that. Schools can be built around how children learn.You Are The Creator of Your Life Story But what if you are in a situation where you can’t be home with your kids? Or you’re having a tough time dealing with other things? Rachel says it is important to remember you’re the one that gets to write your story. We don’t control 100% of our lives, but we do have power over most things in our lives. 90% of things in your life that feel immoveable are actually moveable! When you know you can make and become the person you want to be, you look at where you want to go. Write it out. What would your priorities be? Your intentions? She uses the word intentions rather than goals, because goals tend to be focused on an outcome. We can’t necessarily control outcomes, so goals are more often disempowering. But intentions are different. What direction do you want to set your compass? If you are not setting it, society will set it for you.Be The Student of Life That You Want Your Children To Be A desire to learn is contagious. Your children will be inspired by the way you live your life, connect with your community, grow, and learn. If you’re only demanding of them, then there is no inspiration and role modelling. There’s a misconception that when you start homeschooling, the parent’s role becomes top-down teacher. Living a life that fills you with joy and purpose is one of the greatest teaching gifts you can give your children. When Rachel finished graduate school, she wanted to continue doing her work but in a way that connected  her to her own children. She did what she suggests others do — get out of the “current” and live your own story.Radical Acceptance — Deschooling to Unschooling The Rainbolt family calls themselves unschoolers, but more so natural learners. In any movement people can become dogmatic, even with unschooling. Rachel believes in radical acceptance and doing what works for her family. Even deschooling can be rather prescriptive. Their family didn’t follow the deschooling suggestions when they left school, it was different for them and it should be unique for each family. Deschooling means unpacking the education baggage you inherited. There really aren’t any wrong ways. It looks different for each family but the point of deschooling is being able to shake off old beliefs and question everything. Be brave and engage in that process.Advice For Us Rachel left me with heartfelt advice –lean into trust. It feels hard at first and uncomfortable but the more you do it, the more rewards you get. Every time she’s been unsure, she unlocks, grows, and flourishes once she leans into trust. Trust in your children, the natural learning journey, and the joy you have together. Find Rachel on Instagram, Facebook and her website: Sageparenting.com Get her new book– Sage Homeschooling Wild and Free

Rachel Rainbolt is an unschooling mom of three and author of the book, Sage Homeschooling. We have such a fun conversation, diving into her family’s move to unschooling, how connection and relationships are at the core of learning, technology, micro-adventures, and lots more! Quote of the Week “If you are filling in all that space […]

When I met Rachel and heard her story, I just had to share it with you. Here is a person who has created a life and business that fits for her While her path has been one that is not traditional, I love how she talks about how it has actually opened up more opportunity and expanded her work.  So if you are wanting to learn from someone who is building a practice that is doesn't fit the mold of brick and mortar, butt in chair, this is a must listen!  Check out Rachel at Sage Parenting.

When I met Rachel and heard her story, I just had to share it with you. Here's a person who's created a life and business that fits for her. While her path has been one that's not traditional, I love how she talks about how it's actually opened up more opportunity and expanded her work. So if you're wanting to learn from someone who's building a practice that doesn't fit the mold of brick and mortar, butt in chair, this is a must-listen! https://sagefamily.com/ (Check out Rachel at Sage Family!)