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Parenting Teens with Purpose: Character Training Strategies from Monica Swanson
Description
How do we raise kids of character? Kristi Clover and Monica Swanson share practical tips for building lasting character and joy in your kids during the holidays and beyond. Monica, homeschooling mom of four and author of Boy Mom, Raising Amazing, and Becoming Homeschoolers” reveals how real-life challenges led her to develop effective, easy-to-implement character training practices—perfect for busy Christian families!
What you’ll discover:
• How to make character lessons part of everyday routines (without adding more to your plate!)
• Why modeling, humility, repentance, and prayer are the foundation for transformation
• Creative ways to use holiday traditions for gratitude and service
• Encouragement: It’s never too late to start instilling godly values!
Recommended Resources:
- Monica Swanson Podcast
- Raising Amazing, by Monica Swanson
- Boy Mom, by Monica Swanson
- Becoming Homeschoolers, by Monica Swanson
- Character Training Course
- Women’s Wellness Series
- 3 Day Homeschool Reset
- Ultimate Homeschool Organization Course(Get a $30 Coupon Here)
- More from Monica Swanson on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
- More from Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Chapters:
02:39 Homeschooling Happens in Real Life
02:54 Navigating Perimenopause While Homeschooling
04:11 I Wasn't Prepared! Nobody Talked About Perimenopause
06:17 Perimenopause and Frozen Shoulder
07:31 Perimenopause and Rising Divorce Rates
08:40 Navigating Teenage Hormones and Homeschooling
09:42 Our Teens Need Our Love and Support
10:03 Physical Activity is Crucial for Kids' Mental Health and Development
14:09 How Can We Turn Conflicts Into Opportunities to Connect With Our Kids?
14:28 Using Activity as an Opportunity for Connection and Conflict Resolution
17:06 Practical Advice for Staying Calm During Conflict
21:25 Practical Tips for Managing Perimenopause/Menopause
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