In the final episode of her How to Start Homeschooling series, Christy-Faith tackles the two questions that keep homeschool moms up at night: what a homeschool day actually looks like and whether your kids are “getting enough” socialization.

This episode isn’t about perfect schedules or filling every hour. It’s about building a rhythm that works for your family, protecting connection, and letting go of the pressure to recreate school at home. You’ll walk away with simple frameworks, realistic expectations, and a mindset shift that makes homeschooling sustainable instead of exhausting.

If you haven't listened to Part 1 of the series yet, go back and start there. These steps build on each other.

🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES

The Homeschooler Roadmap (FREE)

Mentioned in this episode…

👉 https://christy-faith.com/the-new-homeschooler-roadmap 

More Free Homeschooling Resources

Find everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey:

Free How to Homeschool Guide

Free 5-Minute Homeschool Style Finder

Free Guide - 20 Questions to Kickstart Your Deschooling Adventure

Free Sample Homeschool Schedules

👉 https://christy-faith.com/links

Thrive Homeschool Community

Join Christy-Faith’s online community and create a homeschool that works for YOUR family—plus access the masterclass on socialization!

👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive 

The Christy-Faith List

 A curated guide to homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges:

👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com 

Christy-Faith’s Latest Book!

📖 Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System

( Includes an entire chapter on deschooling—the step you can’t skip!)

👉 Get your copy: https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising 

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OTHER EPISODES FOR YOU 👀

Episode 101: How to Start Homeschooling (Part 1/3)

🔗 https://christy-faith.com/podcast/how-to-start-homeschooling-part-1/ 

Episode 102: Finding Homeschool Curriculum & Resources // How to Start Homeschooling (Part 2/3)

🔗 https://christy-faith.com/podcast/finding-homeschool-curriculum-resources-how-to-start-homeschooling-part-2-3/

🎧 SHOW RECAP

✅ Why homeschool schedules should be built from big picture to daily rhythm

✅ How long a homeschool day really needs to be

✅ Day-of-the-week schedules vs. loop scheduling

✅ Why mindset matters more than the schedule itself

✅ The “Three One Fun” rule that changes everything

✅ How to prioritize learning without burnout

✅ What healthy socialization actually looks like

✅ Why school-based socialization isn’t the gold standard

✅ How to choose community without over-scheduling

✅ Why connection matters more than checking boxes

You don’t need a perfect schedule, and you don’t need to do all the things or prove anything to anyone. You’re allowed to build a homeschool that protects connection, honors your family’s rhythm, and actually lasts without burning you out or stealing the joy from your days. 

📌 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with a mom who’s drowning in schedules or worried about socialization.

💬 What part of homeschooling feels hardest right now? Share in the comments or tag Christy-Faith on Instagram.

The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 103