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Homeschool Better Together with Pam Barnhill

Pam Barnhill

Released: 2025-07-01

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197 Episodes

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Free New

197 Episodes

Audio

Released: 2025-07-01

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Homeschooling Through The Hardest Year Ever

Ever feel like “life” is just too much to keep homeschooling going? This one’s for you. I sat down with Karissa Martin, a mom of four, seasoned homeschooler, and expert juggler who, this year alone, faced one family crisis after another: illness,

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Ever feel like “life” is just too much to keep homeschooling going? This one’s for you.

I sat down with Karissa Martin, a mom of four, seasoned homeschooler, and expert juggler who, this year alone, faced one family crisis after another: illness, caretaking, and more than a few emotional curveballs. But you know what? Not only did her family make it through, but they actually experienced more growth than they have in years.

We talk about the sandwich generation (yes, it even counts with grandparents), trying to keep homeschool afloat while at the hospital, late-night co-op assignments, and what it really looks like to let your vision and community hold you up when you can’t do it on your own.

Karissa pulls back the curtain on how she hit burnout, learned to finally ask for help, and found a “village” when she needed it most. She also reveals how, even with all the chaos, her kids’ education didn’t just survive…it thrived.

We don’t sugarcoat the messy parts, but you’ll come away with real encouragement, practical ideas for finding your footing in a tough season, and a hefty dose of hope.

What you’ll learn:How Karissa homeschooled during crisis and family caretaking (without losing her mind)The do-the-next-thing approach to planning that kept her from feeling behindWhy she now plans her whole homeschool year—spoiler: this saved her baconHow asking for help (even when it’s hard) changes everythingLife lessons her kids learned from supporting extended familyWhy “behind” is almost always in your headThe reality of burnout—and Karissa’s steps for climbing outThe surprising ways community can show up, even when you think you don’t have a village

Resources Mentioned:Put Your Homeschool Year on AutopilotHSBT Podcast Free Community

Want more help with planning your year, surviving the messy seasons, and connecting with a community that actually gets it? Come join us in our free group!

For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to pambarnhill.com/hsbt41

Episode ID: 1000715244391

GUID: 80161633-4031-406d-94ab-02d54747194d

Release Date: 01/07/2025, 10:45:00

Description

Are you ready for homeschooling to feel joyful again? Do you need support as you learn alongside your kids? Welcome to Homeschool Better Together. Hosted by Pam Barnhill, this podcast shares how to stop questioning if you are doing enough and create a homeschool experience that fits your family.

Each Tuesday, we break down the big ideas into manageable chunks to give you the confidence and resources you need to finally step out of the overwhelm and into the wonder. Homeschool stories and practical tips are delivered straight to your earbuds full of inspiration and encouragement. They are perfect to listen to while running errands or folding a load of laundry. No matter what homeschool method you use, you’ll learn how to remove the overwhelm from your homeschool so you can focus on building relationships. To stay connected and learn even more about the Homeschooling Better Together resources, join the free community: https://pambarnhill.com/homeschool-better-together-podcast/

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