Grounded with Lindsey Portugal

Check out my favorite curriculum choices for the upcoming year for my 5th grader (how do I have a 5th grader?!). We are continuing with some of our favorites and also adding some new ones this year. Check out the video on YouTube for more!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bolsk513NXE&t=63s

The Good and the Beautiful Math
https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/products/math-5-course-set/

Memoria Press Literature Guides
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?event=AFF&p=1236980&Ns=product.number_sold&Nso=1&Ntk=typeset.typeset&Ntt=Memoria%20Press%20Literature%20Guides&Nu=product.endeca_rollup

Elementary Greek
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1236980&item_no=385256

IEW - Structure and Style & Fix It Grammar
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?event=AFF&p=1236980&Ns=product.number_sold&Nso=1&Ntk=typeset.typeset&Ntt=IEW%20Structure%20and%20Style&Nu=product.endeca_rollup

Apologia - Anatomy
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?event=AFF&p=1236980&Ns=product.number_sold&Nso=1&Ntk=typeset.typeset&Ntt=Apologia%20Anatomy&Nu=product.endeca_rollup

Nature's Workshop Science Kits for Apologia
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/easy_find?event=AFF&p=1236980&Ns=product.number_sold&Nso=1&Ntk=typeset.typeset&Ntt=Nature%27s%20Workshop%20Apologia&Nu=product.endeca_rollup

Spelling Workout
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1236980&item_no=224859

Elementary Apologetics
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1236980&item_no=44227X


Passport to the World
https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1236980&item_no=518144

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

This is a very popular phrase right now and as Christians I want to encourage you to BE DISCERNING. Just because something sounds good or sounds logical doesn't mean it is Biblical. The concept of self-sacrifice is actually completely illogical! In this video I dig into what the Bible says about peace. You may find it is a bit different than world modern day society says about peace. Check out my YouTube channel for a video version of this episode. 

Recommended in Video:
Anxious for Nothing - https://amzn.to/3KxrbyJ
Voice of the Martyrs - https://www.persecution.com/
TorchLighters - https://torchlighters.org/

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

Modesty is always a hot topic amongst Christian women. While there can be a lot of legalism around this topic, I think when we get to the heart of the matter, it can actually be pretty simple.
Although most of my life I dressed pretty modestly, my heart regarding modesty changed over the last several years. I highly encourage you to consider what you think about modesty and make sure it aligns with what God thinks.
#godlywoman #godlywife #modesty #biblicalliving #discernment

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

Sorry it has been a couple weeks since I have posted an episode! I was out of town and then had to take a couple of weeks to just catch up on life! 

Today's episode is some of the tips and tricks we use to save money when eating organic and whole food based. Eating organic is expensive (no argument there) but there are some ways we have been able to save. These methods have allowed us to stick to our budget. 

Some of the products mentioned: 
Stasher Bags https://stasher.thj6q2.net/6vdzb

The banana bread recipe I use: https://www.mamaknowsglutenfree.com/easy-gluten-free-banana-bread/

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

I have talked about discernment many times on this show but today I am going to question one of the widely popular books in Christianity today. I will say this, back in the early 1900’s psychology got a foothold in Christianity and while there are amazing pastors and institutions that are fighting back and trying to get back to what true biblical living and counseling was - the damage is widespread. We have to be very careful to bring everything back to the Bible. We also must question any techniques or methods and ask “where is this information from?” Many times it is just made up or based in psychology (which even leading psychologists will admit is not a TRUE science.) Of course I could go into even more on this but today I am talking about the 5 Love Languages. This book has helped cause so much damage in the Christian world today and I feel I need to address it. So buckle up and let’s go!

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

I personally have LOVED Naturepedic product. Not because they are a bigger name but because their quality has stood the test of time. I have several mattresses from them as well as mattress covers, and pillows.  Compared to other brands I have purchased, they last! I can also trust their quality. I know that when I am sleeping, my body is not being bombarded by chemicals (at least  not from my mattress and pillow!)

Sadly, the President's Day sale I mention in this episode is over, but I would gather they will be offering another sale here soon (probably one for Memorial Day - maybe even sooner!)
Naturepedic
https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1362854&u=1921152&m=89113&urllink=&afftrack=

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

The holistic community just like the allopathic community can be full of fear. As Christians we need to be very careful that we don't move from "taking care of our bodies" to fearing everything around us. In today's episode, I break down a little of the REASON for living holistically as well as talk about several different supplements I am trying in my home this year. 

Here are some of the products mentioned in this episode:

Water Filtration
https://www.theperfectwater.com/home-master-tmhp-hydroperfection-reverse-osmosis-water-filtration-system.html?aw_affiliate=eyJjYW1wYWlnbl9pZCI6IjIiLCJ0cmFmZmljX3NvdXJjZSI6Im5vX3NvdXJjZSIsImFjY291bnRfaWQiOjczfQ

Earthly - Gut Health Oil
https://earthley.com/product/gut-health-oil/ref/LindseyPortugal/

Seeking Health - Optimal Focus
https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/optimal-focus-90-capsules?rfsn=6802154.f79dc6&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6802154.f79dc6

Earthley - Magnesium Lotion
https://earthley.com/product/good-night-lotion/ref/LindseyPortugal/

Feel Better Fast
https://earthley.com/product/feel-better-fast/ref/LindseyPortugal/

Vaccine Detox
https://earthley.com/product/vaccine-detox-herbal-extract/ref/LindseyPortugal/

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

I had the privilege of speaking with Leslie Nunnery the founder of the Teach Them Diligently homeschool conference this last week to discuss her new book Homeschool for the Heart. This book talks about what homeschooling should be about. As Leslie mentions, homeschooling is an amazing tool to accomplish a specific goal but that goal should be to disciple our children. Homeschooling is a tool to carry out our God given calling!

Check out the links below to pick up your copy of the book and check out the TTD convention!

Homeschool For the Heart Book

https://teachthemdiligently.net/homeschool-for-the-heart-book-offer/invite/Herholistichome/

Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Convention

https://teachthemdiligently.net/invite/Herholistichome/

Want More? Take the Heart School Class

https://teachthemdiligently.net/heartschool/invite/Herholistichome/

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

Today I am breaking out the different methods of homeschooling. Many homeschoolers come into homeschooling and really wonder where to start with all the options. This will help you breakout which style may fit you best. However, these are not cut and dry boxes and believe it or not, your style may change over the years! 

If you want to know more about these homeschool methods, I highly recommend checking out this post by Simply Charlotte Mason https://simplycharlottemason.com/five-homeschooling-styles/

Also, attending a Teach Them Diligently conference to learn more about these styles!
https://teachthemdiligently.net/invite/Herholistichome/
Check out that link to attend a conference! They have a conference in Pigeon Forge, TN coming up in early May and one in Round Rock TX. Additionally, if you join 365 you can access all the sessions online!

Traditional Method
https://www.bjupress.com/
https://www.abeka.com/
https://www.apologia.com/?a_aid=63206cf34eb3c (amazing Science and Bible curriculum!)

Charlotte Mason
https://simplycharlottemason.com/
https://www.masterbooks.com/

Classical
https://www.memoriapress.com/
https://classicalconversations.com/
https://welltrainedmind.com/

Unit Studies
https://gatherroundhomeschool.com/

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.

Today I am talking all about natural birth. I hope to elaborate on some of the topics in future episodes but this one is just an overview. I hope this can help you in your pursuit of a natural birth or if you are just trying to figure out if it is the right path for you. 

Some of my favorite resources mentioned in the podcast:

www.EvidenceBasedBirth.com

Birthing from within

https://a.co/d/7Q6ro3y

Thinking Woman’s Guide to a Better Birth

https://a.co/d/7Q6ro3y

The Business of Being Born

https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0B8KPHYKL/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

Earth Mama Organics

https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=177850&u=1921152&m=22557&urllink=&afftrack=

Disclosure: I am an affiliate for some of the links below. I may receive compensation for using the links. All opinions are mine and I am only an affiliate for products I truly recommend. I am not a medical professional and all opinions should not be taken as medical advice.