6 Lies Homeschool Moms Believe

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Common lies homeschool moms believe about themselves.

As a mom, I know how easy it is to start believing a lie. It takes root and blossoms into an ugly plant called sadness and depression if you let it.

Well, today I want to address some of those lies and get them out on the table.

Often, we don’t even realize we are believing a lie until it’s pointed out to us.

Lying thoughts end up growing ugly anger, bitterness, stress, sadness, and depression so they can not stay.

Let’s take down the strongholds of these lies together and start planting truth in our minds.

6 Lies Homeschool Moms Believe

Lie: I’m Not Doing Enough

This used to be a constant struggle until I looked at the big picture.

Doing enough compared to what? Doing enough compared to who?

The lie of “I’m not doing enough” is rooted in comparing yourself to others and feeling like you don’t measure up.

Your life is filled with challenges that are unique to you and your situation, your health, and your relationships.

That will look different for everyone!

Instead of saying “I’m not doing enough” to yourself, you could ask if you are making progress.

Are you making progress? Are you growing as a person, or growing in whatever area you feel like you are failing?

As long as you are making progress, you are doing enough.

Lie: I’m Not Qualified to Teach My Children

Let me tell you, no one is more qualified to teach your children than you are.

You know your children better than anyone on the planet!

You understand their little quirks and how their brain thinks, therefore, you can teach them the best.

Homeschool curriculum is written for parents in mind and many types even tell you what to say so there is no excuse as to why you can’t teach your child.

No one will put more passion and love into your children than you.

Lie: My Kids Are Behind

Kids learn different skills at different ages.

I remember when my 5yo. could read really well but she was horrible with scissors. That doesn’t mean she is behind.

I have a 13yo who struggles with reading but can do math amazing and bake beautiful birthday cakes without any help.

Is she behind? Compared to who?

Again, comparison comes in and tells you your children are behind.

There isn’t one child that is exactly like another. They will all learn at their own pace and that’s ok.

If you feel they are “behind” in an area, maybe they just need taught in a different way, like more hands on learning?

Behind is a relative term and can mean a million different things.

Many famous scientists and inventors such as Albert Einstein struggled with school. They learned in a different way then the school taught.

Instead of thinking your kids are behind, maybe they just need a different approach.

Comparing our children with others doesn’t improve their education.

Take a deep breath and focus on how your child learns.

Lie: Everyone Else Knows What They Are Doing

I didn’t even know I was believing this lie until I heard someone say “no one knows what they are doing”.

I was walking around thinking everyone already knew what they were doing in life!

This is everyone’s first life. We are all trying to do what we think is best.

No one has done this before.

Give yourself some grace if you are stepping into new territory with homeschooling or really anything.

We are all learning together, no one has it all figured out, and most days I am winging it.

It’s trial and error over here at my house and I’m okay with that.

I have learned a lot through failure and I’m sure I will fail at something else and have to try again.

Just remember, no one else knows what they are doing either.

Lie: Your Family Has to Look a Certain Way

I tried for years to make my family look like what I had in my head and it was a struggle.

You can’t force your family to be or look a certain way.

Every family is unique in the way it functions and usually for good reason.

I’m sure your family has been through it’s own situations that change who you are and how you function.

It’s great to try new things and create new traditions but don’t’ try too hard to force your family into a mold.

Again, comparison is really the lie here. Don’t compare your family to another. Each is beautifully different.

Lie: I Can’t Go To Bed Unless Everything Is Done

I don’t struggle with this lie as much as the others because it’s not possible to get everything done before bed.

With having 4 kids, and running a business, there is always something not done when I go to bed.

And guess what…it’s waiting for me in the morning. No harm done.

Even if it’s dishes or laundry or a project laying on the table…it can wait.

Sleep is vital for your physical and emotional health.

I never sacrifice sleep for something that can be done in the morning.

When you have a large family, priorities are a must.

I choose to spend time with my husband and kids as much as I can, the dishes can wait.

Yes I understand those things need done, but I can’t put that over my relationship with my family.

We all work together to get things done and have family chores so that does help.

If you have “stuff” left to do at the end of the day…it’s okay. It can wait till tomorrow, you have my permission.

What lies homeschool moms believe have you found yourself entertaining.

Thanks for sharing!