Worried that your homeschool might be missing something? You’re not alone! In this episode, Christy-Faith dives into the buzz around Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and why homeschoolers don’t need a formal curriculum to raise confident, emotionally strong kids. Let’s talk about real-world learning, meaningful connections, and why your homeschool already has everything it takes to build lifelong resilience. 

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🎧 SHOW RECAP

Are homeschoolers missing out by not following a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum? In this episode, Christy Faith dives into the importance of teaching emotional intelligence and life skills at home—without needing a structured program. She breaks down why homeschooling naturally fosters SEL skills, why real-world experience trumps scripted lessons, and how simple activities like reading fiction and daily responsibilities build resilience and confidence in kids.

Tune in to discover why homeschooling provides an organic, effective approach to social and emotional development, and how you can ensure your child thrives without an official SEL curriculum.

✅ Why SEL programs are growing in popularity—and why homeschoolers don’t need them
✅ How homeschooling creates more time for real-world social and emotional learning
✅ The role of literature in building empathy and emotional intelligence
✅ Why homeschooling better prepares kids for adulthood than traditional schooling
✅ The surprising research behind chores and long-term success

Homeschooling isn’t just about academics—it’s about raising confident, capable, and emotionally strong kids! 💛

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