In this episode of the Big Home Ed Conversations, hosts Kelly Rigg and Ashley Venario discuss the challenges of home education, particularly during life events that can lead to slumps that can make you feel like nothing is going right, or that you may never get your flow again. They emphasize the importance of self-compassion for parents and children, recognizing where you are still moving forward, and the need for huge flexibility in educational approaches when times get hard. The conversation highlights that learning continues in various forms, even when traditional structures are disrupted, and offers strategies for gradually reintroducing routines to help stabilise things again. Ultimately, the hosts encourage listeners to embrace the unique journey of home education and to find balance amidst the chaos.

Keywords: home education, parenting, neurodivergent families, educational slumps, self-compassion, learning through life, flexibility in education, overcoming challenges, family dynamics, home schooling