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The Feast Life

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Welcome to 'The Feast Life' podcast, where we empower modern moms to design a life and homeschool they truly love. Join us as we explore the art of creating a lifestyle founded on the values of family, freedom, and FUN. Our episodes are packed with inspirational stories, practical tips, and expert insights to help you embark on a homeschooling journey that not only educates your children, but also enriches your life. Join Julie Ross, creator of the homeschool curriculum A Gentle Feast and certified life coach, to discover how you can make everyday moments a celebration of learning, love, and laughter. If you need help escaping survival mode and want to create a thriving life and homeschool- Pull up a chair, you are welcome at this table! Find out more at thefeastlife.me

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#57: An Occupational Therapist Weighs in on the Importance of Play with Sarah Collins

Season 2

Monday, December 9, 2024 • Duration 55:12

In this episode of The Feast Life Julie Ross sits down with Sarah Collins, an occupational therapist and homeschooling mom, to discuss the powerful role of play in child development. Sarah explains that play is far more than just a break from learning; it's a critical avenue for children to build motor skills, social abilities, cognitive functions, and even self-awareness. They discuss the concept of "risky play" and its benefits, as well as how structured and unstructured play each support different aspects of a child's growth. Sarah also emphasizes the importance of play for mothers, sharing insights on how engaging in play themselves can boost mental well-being and model positive habits for their children.

Key Takeaways:

Play as Foundational Learning: Play is essential for developing motor, social, and cognitive skills that form the foundation for academic and life skills. Through play, children naturally build executive functioning abilities like problem-solving, persistence, and flexibility.

The Value of Risky Play: Allowing children to engage in "risky play" (e.g., climbing trees, handling safe tools) helps them learn their physical limits, develop confidence, and improve risk assessment. Parents can guide this by knowing their child's abilities and setting safe boundaries.

Structured vs. Unstructured Play: While structured activities like sports provide valuable skills, unstructured play encourages self-motivation, creativity, and resilience, which are harder to cultivate in adult-directed settings.

Emotional and Social Development Through Play: Play provides a safe environment for children to work on emotion regulation and social interactions, such as handling conflicts, negotiating roles, and building teamwork skills.

The Role of Parents: Parents don’t need to constantly participate in their children's play. Observing or selectively joining can help maintain the child’s autonomy and focus. It’s also beneficial for parents to model playfulness and a willingness to try new things.

Importance of Play for Parents: For mothers, engaging in play-like activities—whether dancing, exercising, or crafting—can relieve stress, improve self-awareness, and help maintain a balanced approach to parenting.

Connect with Sarah:

Website: HomeschoolOT.com
Facebook: @thehomeschoolot
Instagram: @homeschool_ot
Podcast: The OT is IN Podcast

Resources Mentioned:

Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/57 for additional resources and links

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Connect with Us:

Website: A Gentle Feast
Facebook: A Gentle Feast Community
Instagram: @agentlefeast
Prefer video or closed captions? Watch all our episodes on YouTube. http://youtube.com/@TheFeastLife

Today’s episode is sponsored by the award winning Charlotte Mason curriculum A Gentle Feast. Get started with smooth and easy days at https://www.agentlefeast.com.

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#56: Embrace the Art of Receiving This Christmas

Season 2

Monday, December 2, 2024 • Duration 25:47

In this heartwarming episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross explores the transformative power of learning to receive during the holidays. For many, the season can bring pressure to give endlessly, especially for homeschooling moms. Julie shares her personal journey of shifting from “doing it all” to graciously accepting help and blessings, leading to deeper joy and connection.

Key Takeaways

Keep It Simple and Savor the Little Things
Overcomplicating the holidays can lead to burnout and frustration. Julie encourages us to “Keep it Simple, Silly” by focusing on meaningful, manageable traditions. Instead of trying to do everything, choose a few traditions that you and your family cherish and can sustain with joy.
Embrace a Mindset of Receiving
Homeschool moms are often so focused on giving that they forget how to receive. Julie highlights the importance of letting others help and shower us with blessings. Learning to accept support—whether in the form of a meal, help with holiday preparations, or even a compliment—can foster deeper connections and reduce stress.
Cultivate Gratitude and Awe
Reclaim the holiday magic by nurturing gratitude and wonder. Julie reminds us to look for small daily blessings, from a child finishing a math problem to shared moments of laughter. Embracing awe for the season’s blessings opens our hearts to unexpected joys and new possibilities.
Practice Working from Rest, Not Stress
Approach the holiday season from a place of rest rather than stress. Allow flexibility in your schedule to welcome spontaneous joy and memorable moments. By releasing the need to control every detail, you create space for meaningful experiences and deeper family connections.

Resources Mentioned:

Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/56 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in

#55: Finding Beauty and Truth in Math- Is That Actually a Thing?

Season 2

Monday, November 25, 2024 • Duration 52:31

In this episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross interviews Heather and Emily from Beauty and Truth Math, a math curriculum designed for Charlotte Mason homeschooling families. They discuss the origins of Beauty and Truth Math, their personal homeschooling journeys, and the unique Charlotte Mason approach to teaching math. They delve into why traditional math teaching methods often fail to foster a love for math, while Beauty and Truth Math emphasizes understanding, conceptual thinking, and the beauty of math as a means to know God and truth. Heather and Emily share how their curriculum allows for flexibility, pacing, and individualized learning, making it accessible and encouraging for parents, regardless of their previous math experience.

Key Takeaways:

The Beauty of Math: Beauty and Truth Math aims to help students see math as a reflection of God’s order and truth, moving beyond rote learning to understanding the beauty in patterns and problem-solving.

Charlotte Mason’s Math Streams: Their curriculum incorporates "streams" of math subjects, which are introduced gradually and revisited, allowing for deeper conceptual connections across arithmetic, geometry, and algebra.

Flexible, Real-Life Application: Lessons are short and varied, allowing students to explore math ideas without pressure to memorize immediately. Parents can pace lessons based on each child’s readiness.

Support for Parents: Beauty and Truth Math provides scripted lessons, guides, and encouragement, allowing parents to grow alongside their students, especially those who may have had challenging experiences with math.

Math for All Ages and Abilities: The curriculum includes options for struggling students to progress without feeling "behind" by using multiple entry points and providing alternative approaches and reviews.

#54: 4 Tips for Homeschooling Through the Holidays

Season 2

Monday, November 18, 2024 • Duration 24:40

In this episode, Julie Ross, founder of A Gentle Feast, shares four essential tips to help homeschooling moms navigate the holiday season with grace, joy, and sanity. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by holiday expectations, this episode will guide you to a more peaceful and memorable Christmas season.

Key Takeaways:

1. Maintain Some Routine: Children thrive on routine, and completely abandoning it during the holidays can lead to stress and disruption. Instead, keep some parts of your day consistent, like morning time or read-alouds, to create a sense of security for your kids—even if you’re traveling or busy.

2. Set Realistic Expectations: Avoid setting the bar too high. Unrealistic holiday expectations often lead to disappointment. Rather than trying to create a picture-perfect holiday, embrace the reality of your family’s needs and simplify traditions to make them manageable and meaningful.

3. Focus on Love: Amidst the busyness, remember that what matters most is the love and warmth your family feels. Create a loving atmosphere by being present, patient, and compassionate—both with your kids and with extended family members, showing them the true spirit of the season.

4. Prioritize Self-Care: Julie’s bonus tip is vital: schedule time to care for yourself. Whether it’s reading, listening to music, or just sitting quietly with a cup of tea, make this a non-negotiable part of each day to recharge and show up as your best self for your family.

Resources Mentioned: Visit www.thefeastlife.me/blog/54 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in

#53: Lost Your Spark in Motherhood? with Rachel Marie Martin

Season 2

Monday, November 11, 2024 • Duration 50:42

In this inspiring episode, host Julie Ross chats with Rachel Marie Martin, author of the powerful new book, ‘Get Your Spark Back: How to Find Happiness and Reignite Your Life.’ As homeschool moms, it’s easy to lose our joy in the busyness of life, but Rachel shares her journey of rediscovering her spark. From personal challenges to practical tips on how to live a fully engaged life, this episode will leave you encouraged to prioritize yourself and create a life you love. Tune in to hear how you can reignite your joy and inspire your family and community along the way.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of the First Step: Finding your spark starts with acknowledging that it’s missing and being willing to take small, manageable steps to rediscover it. Even simple actions like putting on your shoes can lead to big changes.

2. Self-Care is Essential: As homeschool moms, it’s easy to put everyone else’s needs first, but prioritizing self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Taking care of yourself teaches your kids the importance of personal well-being.

3. Consistency and Effort: Progress doesn’t come overnight. It requires both effort and consistency. Start small and build habits over time, even when it feels uncomfortable.

4. Embrace Your Identity: Stop minimizing your achievements. Own the roles you step into, whether it’s as a mom, homeschooler, runner, or writer. How you speak to yourself shapes your reality.

5. Find Your Tribe: Life is better with support. Surround yourself with fellow travelers who will encourage and uplift you, and be willing to open up and be vulnerable to form those deep connections.

Connect with Rachel:

Website: http://findingjoy.net

Facebook: www.facebook.com/FindingJoyBlog

Book: ‘Get Your Spark Back’ available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and independent bookstores.

#52: How to Handle School Resistance: Support for Homeschool Moms

Season 2

Monday, November 4, 2024 • Duration 42:07

Welcome back to The Feast Life, the podcast where we support homeschool moms on their journey to creating a life-giving education. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to build strength, confidence, and resilience in homeschooling—even when the daily grind gets tough. We’ll cover real-life strategies to handle resistance from kids, balance expectations, and keep joy at the center of your homeschool.

Key Takeaways: 1. The Power of Observing Coaching in Action Julie opens the episode by sharing insights from her coaching programs. Observing other moms being coached can be incredibly powerful, as it often reveals solutions to shared struggles. Sometimes, hearing another mom’s journey helps us find our own answers or feel reassured that we’re not alone.

2. Handling Resistance with Calm Confidence We dive into practical strategies for dealing with children’s resistance to homeschool routines. Julie shares tips on how to stay calm and compassionate, even when met with pushback. Learn how to replace frustration with resilience and guide your kids toward cooperation without losing your peace.

3. Redefining "Strength" in Homeschooling Julie addresses common misconceptions around strength in parenting. Homeschool moms often feel torn between discipline and connection, and we’ll discuss how true strength comes from finding a balance between the two—rooted in confidence, not harshness.

4. Managing Interruptions and Chaos Balancing the needs of different kids (and the inevitable interruptions of younger siblings!) can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Julie explores practical tools to embrace the gains amid interruptions. Whether it's diaper changes or quick breaks, these moments don’t have to derail the day. Instead, they’re part of the beautiful, real-life homeschool experience.

5. The Habit of Appreciation Throughout the episode, Julie emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins. Training our brains to recognize the gains—like completing a subject or engaging our children in a rich discussion—shifts our focus from what we “should” be doing to celebrating what we’ve already achieved.

Why This Episode Matters: If you’ve ever felt that homeschooling has to be perfect to be effective, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to ditch unrealistic expectations, find strength in vulnerability, and create a homeschool experience filled with resilience, connection, and joy.

#51: Stress-Free Family Travel with Neurodivergent Children: Tips for Life-Giving Homeschooling Adventures with Jenifer Breaux

Season 2

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 39:02

In Episode 51 of The Feast Life, host Julie Ross chats with Jenifer Breaux, owner of JB Travel Pros, about traveling with neurodivergent children. Jenifer shares her personal journey as a mom of two children with special needs and how she learned to make travel a possibility and even a joy for her family. With her expertise as a travel agent and author, she offers practical advice on planning trips, accommodating sensory needs, and creating stress-free routines for your next family vacation. If the idea of traveling with neurodivergent children feels overwhelming, this episode is full of tips and encouragement to help you feel empowered and ready for adventure.

Key Takeaways: Start Small: Ease into traveling by beginning with short, local trips and single-night stays. This helps both you and your children get comfortable with the travel experience before tackling larger trips. Prepare with Social Stories: Create a social story for your child, showing pictures of the trip destination, transportation, and activities to reduce anxiety and provide a sense of familiarity. Routine is Key: Establish a vacation routine similar to what your children are used to at home. Balance high-energy activities with downtime to avoid sensory overload. Special Accommodations: Many resorts and travel services, like Royal Caribbean cruises and Beaches resorts, offer special accommodations for families with neurodivergent children. Take advantage of these options to make your trip more manageable. Empower Yourself as a Parent: You are already an advocate for your child in everyday life—extend that advocacy to travel by starting small and celebrating each victory along the way. Just get started, and you'll find travel becomes easier with experience.

Connect with Jenifer Breaux: Instagram: @iamjeniferbreaux Website: https://www.iamjeniferbreaux.com/ Resources Mentioned: Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/51 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in Subscribe & Review: “ I love Julie and the Feast Life.” If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts. This helps more people- just like you- find out about the show. CLICK HERE AND SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM to leave a five star reviews. Also, please subscribe so you never miss an episode. FOLLOW NOW

#50: How to Process the Negative Emotions When Your Circumstances Make Your Homeschool Ideal Impossible

Monday, October 14, 2024 • Duration 30:00

In this episode, Julie Ross shares a personal coaching call from one of her programs that touches on a theme many homeschool moms can relate to: how to deal with feelings of disappointment, discouragement, or overwhelm when life changes disrupt your routines or ideals. Through the lens of this coaching conversation, Julie explores the emotional intelligence required to be coachable, the struggle between wanting to add fun and meaningful activities into your life and homeschool, and the importance of finding balance so you don’t burn out.

Key Takeaways:

Being Coachable is a Strength:
Embracing vulnerability and being open to growth is a sign of emotional intelligence. This allows you to look at your circumstances honestly and seek positive change.
Balance Fun Without Overloading:
Adding fun into your homeschool is important, but be mindful not to over-schedule. Find the balance between enjoyable activities and keeping your days manageable to avoid burnout.
Mourning Changes is Normal:
It’s okay to feel sadness or frustration when life changes disrupt your routines. Acknowledge your emotions, allow yourself to mourn, and then adapt to the new stage you’re in.
Find Joy in the Everyday:
While big adventures are exciting, it’s important to seek joy in the daily moments of life. Shifting your perspective can make routine tasks feel more meaningful and enjoyable.
Let Go of the “Shoulds”:
Telling yourself how you “should” feel or act often leads to unnecessary pressure. Give yourself grace to feel your emotions without judgment and find peace in the present moment.

Resources Mentioned:

Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/50 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool. https://www.thefeastlife.me/opt-in

#49: Creating a Life Giving Homeschool with Lyndsey Mimnagh

Monday, October 7, 2024 • Duration 51:32

Welcome to Episode 49 of The Feast Life podcast! Join your host, Julie Ross, as she chats with Lyndsey Mimnagh from Treehouse Schoolhouse about creating a home-centered life. In this delightful conversation, Julie and Lyndsey discuss their journeys, home education, and balancing home-based businesses with homeschooling. They share practical tips on cultivating a family atmosphere that fosters creativity, learning, and hospitality. Tune in for inspiration and insights on how to make your home the heart of your family’s life.

Key Takeaways:

Define Your Family’s Values: Start with identifying the core values and goals for your family and design your home and routines to reflect those priorities.

Maximize Your Space Creatively: Use small spaces effectively by incorporating versatile and multi-purpose areas for learning and creative activities.

Set Boundaries and Delegate: Establish clear boundaries for work, homeschooling, and family time. Delegate tasks where possible to focus on what matters most.

Prioritize Margin and Play: Ensure your schedule includes ample unstructured time for children to play, explore, and process their learning.

Self-Care is Essential: Make self-care a non-negotiable part of your routine. Taking care of yourself ensures you can sustain and enjoy your home-centered life.

Connect with Lyndsey:

Website: Treehouse Schoolhouse Use code FeastLife15 for 15% off at Treehouse Schoolhouse.

Instagram: @treehouseschoolhouse

Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review.

Resources Mentioned: Visit www.thefeastlife.me/blog/49 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool.

#48: Scouting for Wild Ones (and Robots) with Brittney McGann

Monday, September 30, 2024 • Duration 35:31

In this episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross chats with Brittney McGann, author of Scouting for Wild Ones. They explore the concept of scouting in a Charlotte Mason homeschool, what it means, and how it can benefit families today. Brittney shares her journey from a nature study enthusiast to leading a scouting group and writing a guide for parents. Learn how scouting fits into a holistic education and hear practical advice on how to start, whether you're new to the outdoors or a seasoned nature lover. This conversation will inspire you to cultivate adventure, problem-solving, and confidence in your children through the practical skills of scouting.

5 Key Takeaways:

Scouting’s Educational Value: Scouting combines practical knowledge with hands-on learning. It emphasizes observation, citizenship, and problem-solving, enhancing academic subjects like science and geography.

Confidence and Leadership: Scouting builds children's confidence by allowing them to apply skills in real-life situations, fostering leadership and personal growth in ways that traditional academics might not.

Holistic Learning: Scouting fits seamlessly into Charlotte Mason's philosophy of education, complementing nature study, handicrafts, and geography, while promoting a holistic development of the child.

Getting Started is Easy: Brittney’s Scouting for Wild Ones guide is beginner-friendly and adaptable for both individual families and groups. It makes the process of introducing scouting to your homeschool less intimidating and more accessible.

Flexibility and Long-Term Benefits: Scouting can be done at your own pace, allowing families to tailor it to their schedules. The skills learned, like observation, survival tactics, and teamwork, have long-lasting impacts on children’s personal development.

Tune in to discover how scouting can bring adventure, learning, and confidence-building opportunities to your homeschool!

Resources Mentioned: Visit thefeastlife.me/blog/48 for additional resources and links

Just Getting Started? Get our FREE Charlotte Mason and You Workshop to see if this powerful approach can transform your homeschool.

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