The Homeschool Sanity Show

Overcoming Options Overwhelm


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Introduction:

    • Homeschooling options have exploded over the years, leading to overwhelm.
        • Three steps to escape overwhelm and make confident choices.
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          Step 1: Adopt a New Mindset:

            • Oliver Burkeman’s advice to view options as a river, not a bucket.
                • Think of options as a privilege, not a burden.
                    • You won’t feel guilty for not reading every book in a library – apply the same to homeschooling.
                    • Step 2: Establish a Good Routine:

                        • Importance of routine for handling must-do tasks (FLYLady episode)
                            • Routine is a container for both must-dos and options. (Dana K. White episode)
                                • Incorporate loop scheduling to rotate through options on specific days or times.
                                    • Open time blocks for spontaneous options, especially for unschooling approaches.
                                        • Routine helps strike a balance between must-dos and desired options.
                                        • Step 3: Take a Break from Constantly Evaluating Options:

                                            • After making choices, step away from evaluating more options.
                                                • Turn off curriculum emails, social media accounts for a while.
                                                    • The pursuit of slight improvements isn’t worth the stress and distraction.
                                                    • Conclusion:

                                                        • Mindset shift, routine establishment, and controlled engagement with options help overcome overwhelm.
                                                            • Prioritize making memories, connection, and meeting core requirements.
                                                                • Don’t let option overwhelm steal your joy and confidence in homeschooling.
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