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This week, I overheard a moment in a store that made me smile and think at the same time.

A tween, clearly frustrated, looked at her mom and said, “Mom, you’re so extra. Stop crashing out on me.”

Translation for those of us not fluent in today's slang - “Mom, you’re overreacting.”

Most of us have been accused of overreacting, right? Not because we don’t care, but because we’re tired, stretched thin, and pulled in a dozen directions at once.

In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between reacting and responding, why reacting is automatic but responding is a skill, and how strengthening our response muscles can lead to calm over chaos and sanity over spiraling.

This is not about perfection. It’s about awareness, emotional intelligence, and learning how to stay in the driver’s seat even when life presses in.

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🔗 Daniel Goleman - Book - Emotional Intelligence

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Are your kids deep in the season of “I want this” and “can I have that”?

You are not alone.

This week’s episode brings you a simple, eye-opening family activity that helps children recognize how much they already have. It is rooted in gratitude, awareness, and a mindset that builds emotional strength for life.

Grab your earbuds, and I will walk you through the exercise I once did myself, the impact it had, and how it can transform the way your children see their world.

If you want a more peaceful, meaningful pause during a busy season, this episode will give you a family moment you've always wanted.

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If you’ve ever looked at your homeschool day and thought, “I wish this could feel lighter and more joyful,” then today’s episode is going to hit home.

We’re talking about something every mom wants, and believe it or not, a little experiment involving dry spaghetti and a marshmallow has a lot to teach us about how children naturally learn and how we can make our homeschool environment feel more peaceful and productive.

So if you’re craving a fresh mindset, a calmer rhythm, and a new sense of “I can do this,” stay right here. This one’s for you.

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🔗 Peter Skillman's Design Challenge

🔗 Writing Programs at Write On! Webb

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As we roll into Thanksgiving week here in the States, I wanted to share something special with you.

I am spending the holiday week in Italy this year, taking a moment to soak in gratitude, beauty, and a slower pace.

It felt like the perfect time to revisit one of the most loved episodes from two years ago.

Episode #20, ABC Goals, was one that sparked reflection, journaling, and real goal-setting for so many listeners.

With another year winding down, you might already feel that nudge to evaluate where you are and where you want to go next.

So find a quiet corner, my friend. This replay will guide you to think bigger, dream deeper, and step into the growth you know is waiting for you.

I am grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving.

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P.S. If you're interested in any writing goals for your kids for the spring semester, please check out our website at www.writeonwebb.com.

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As we step into Thanksgiving week, most of us hope for joy and peace, but real life tends to throw stress, long lists, and short tempers our way.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why yelling at our kids has far less to do with them and everything to do with the stress sitting on our shoulders.

I’ll introduce you to the Family Stress Model, unpack why our nervous system hijacks our patience, and offer simple, doable tools you can use today.

If you want a calmer holiday season, healthier reactions, and more peaceful moments with your kids, this conversation is exactly what you need right now.

Grab your earbuds! Let's go.

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Today’s episode is titled Homeschooling Is Not Fun, which is a thought I recently heard from a homeschooling parent. She shared her struggles, and I could feel how heavy that thought felt for her.

This week, I thought we could discuss our thoughts, those sentences in our heads that are serving us, and those that need to go. Thoughts are powerful. They shape our feelings, our actions, and ultimately the atmosphere in our homes.

So if you’ve ever quietly found yourself saying, "homeschooling is not fun," stay with me.

We’re going to unpack that thought, look at it with curiosity, and explore how shifting it can transform your homeschool experience from the inside out.

Grab your journal!

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Hello homeschoolers!

Welcome back to Homeschool is a Work of Heart. Have you ever met one of your heroes? I did back in 2015 when I met Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing.

He was the first person I ever heard connect how the brain works with how we write, and that changed everything for me as a teacher. I’ll always remember how kind, humble, and downright brilliant he was.

This week, I’m unpacking one of his most powerful talks, The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing.

It’s a must-listen for any parent who has struggled to make writing less painful and more purposeful.

But you know me, I’ll put a positive spin on it. Instead of four deadly errors, we’ll focus on four powerful do’s: encourage, guide, structure, and recognize. Let’s dive in.

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🔗 Andrew Pudewa's Full Recording of Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing

🔗 Current Programs and Offerings at Write On! Webb

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Ever wonder why you want what you want?

This week’s episode, The Chase is On, explores the hidden truth behind our goals, wishes, and holiday “must-haves.”

From business dreams to remodeled kitchens and new video games, it’s rarely the thing we’re chasing; it’s the feeling we believe it will bring.

This week, you'll want to pause and ask yourself, “What emotion am I really after?” Yes, this is a great week to journal, my friend!

Tune in and you’ll learn how to tap into those feelings right now and teach your children to do the same.

It’s the perfect listen before the holiday rush, reminding us that joy, peace, and fulfillment start within and are always accessible.

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