6 Tips for Homeschool Mom Motivation
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Homeschool Mom Motivation
It doesn’t come easy most days. I’ve been a homeschool mom for 6 years and the one thing I’ve learned is that there are good days, and there are tough days, but most days land somewhere in the middle.
When I was really overweight, self-motivation is what I had to rely on to lose every single pound. But when the motivation is not there, what do you do?
You rely on routine.
You can’t imagine how many days over the last 10 years I’ve woken up and grumbled “I don’t want to go run”. The difference between me and people who typically fail at fitness routines is that I didn’t let those thoughts stop me. I would drag myself, half asleep, out of bed and get dressed. It wasn’t motivation that got me up; it was routine. I set a habit for myself and my mind and body adjusted. Homeschooling can be much the same.
And yes, I still get up early to workout, 10 years later. It’s a habit and I can’t quit.
Don’t Aim for Perfection
This should go without saying, but I feel like we all do this at times.
Perfection in homeschooling isn’t going to happen.
2. Teach Independence
The best thing I ever taught my kids was the skill of independence. I started teaching them how to work independent of me. They have to be self-motivated. Usually, the prospect of being able to go out and play is enough motivation for this. Is everyday like this? Not even close.
Independence can free you as a homeschool mom. Start teaching them how to work independently of you early on.
3. Establish a Homeschool Routine
If they know when they can go play, it’s going to make everyone’s day better. Including yours.
If you don’t have a routine, you can make one easily. Do things in the same order each day and they’ll know when it’s time to play.
4. Take a Day Off if you Need a Break
Having a rough day? Take the day off.
Watch a movie. Bake cookies. Don’t force school.
Trust me, it will drain you!
A bad day means you need to bake some cookies. Cookies make everything better!
5. Take breaks during the school year.
Taking breaks will help your sanity.
Field trips are a great way to get a break AND have a school day at the same time.
Go on a nature walk, go to a museum, aquarium, or a historic site.
It breaks up the routine when things start to get stale.
6. Have your own mom goals
Having my own goals as a mom keep me grounded.
I have fitness goals, finance goals, and hobbies. This blog, for instance, is a hobby of mine.
I love to write!
Find what you love and make time for it.
Until next time,
Soli Deo Gloria,
Mandy
