The Homeschool Sanity Show

Overcoming Feelings Of Inadequacy


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Hey, homeschoolers! I have done a podcast episode on wondering if we are doing enough in our homeschools. But we also wonder if WE are enough.

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My guest is going to help us find the truth about feelings of inadequacy. Sharla Fritz is a Christian author and speaker who weaves honest and humorous stories into life-changing Bible study. Author of eight books, including Measured by Grace: How God Defines Success, Sharla writes about God’s transforming grace and unfailing love. Sharla lives in the Chicago suburbs with her amusing pastor husband. I met Sharla many years ago at a women’s retreat where we were both speaking. Chatting with her encouraged me and I know she’ll encourage you too.

Introduction:

    • Melanie reflects on when she first met Sharla, and her daughter was moving to China 10 years ago.
        • Sharla shares her homeschooling journey and how her husband’s suggestion to homeschool surprised her.
            • The advantage of homeschooling for a pastor’s family—more time for family activities.
                • Melanie and Sharla discuss their initial reluctance to homeschool, despite its eventual positive impact.
                • Believing You Have Adequate Time:

                    • Sharla acknowledges struggling with time management during homeschooling.
                        • The challenge of wanting to do everything recommended by homeschooling experts.
                            • Emphasizes the importance of seasons and seeking God’s guidance for what is needful in a specific season.
                                • Quotes 2 Corinthians 9:8 about God’s ability to provide grace and sufficiency, even in time management.
                                • Believing You Have Adequate Skills and Expertise:

                                    • Melanie asks if Sharla ever felt inadequate in certain subjects while homeschooling.
                                        • Sharla admits feeling inadequate in areas like math, science, and teaching reading.
                                            • Encourages homeschoolers to lean on God’s strength and emphasizes expertise in understanding and loving their own children.
                                            • Self-Worth and Comparison:

                                                • Sharla discusses societal expectations and criticism of homeschoolers, especially women.
                                                    • Talks about signs of unworthiness, such as negative self-talk and unhealthy comparisons.
                                                        • Encourages combatting feelings of unworthiness with scripture, particularly Isaiah 43:4.
                                                            • Melanie and Sharla discuss the importance of celebrating smallness and doing the next thing God has given with love.
                                                            • Conclusion:

                                                                • Sharla’s book recommendation: Enough for Now a Bible study
                                                                    • Sharla’s resources on finding soul rest and combating societal pressure.
                                                                    • Connect with Sharla:

                                                                        • Sharla’s Website
                                                                            • Sharla on Facebook
                                                                                • Sign up for Sharla’s Newsletter
                                                                                • You may also like an episode I did with Deb Wolf on insecurity.

                                                                                  Have a happy homeschool week!

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