The Feast Life

Dec 09 2024 60 ep. 39 mins 15
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Welcome to 'The Feast Life' podcast, where we empower modern moms to design a life and homeschool they truly love. Join us as we explore the art of creating a lifestyle founded on the values of family, freedom, and FUN. Our episodes are packed with inspirational stories, practical tips, and expert insights to help you embark on a homeschooling journey that not only educates your children, but also enriches your life. Join Julie Ross, creator of the homeschool curriculum A Gentle Feast and certified life coach, to discover how you can make everyday moments a celebration of learning, love, and laughter. If you need help escaping survival mode and want to create a thriving life and homeschool- Pull up a chair, you are welcome at this table! Find out more at thefeastlife.me

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#57: An Occupational Therapist Weighs in on the Importance of Play with Sarah Collins

Dec 09 2024 55 mins  
In this episode of The Feast Life Julie Ross sits down with Sarah Collins, an occupational therapist and homeschooling mom, to discuss the powerful role of play in child development. Sarah explains that play is far more than just a break from learning; it's a critical avenue for children to build motor skills, social abilities, cognitive functions, and even self-awareness. They dis

#56: Embrace the Art of Receiving This Christmas

Dec 02 2024 25 mins  
In this heartwarming episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross explores the transformative power of learning to receive during the holidays. For many, the season can bring pressure to give endlessly, especially for homeschooling moms. Julie shares her personal journey of shifting from “doing it all” to graciously accepting help and blessings, leading to deeper joy and connection.

#55: Finding Beauty and Truth in Math- Is That Actually a Thing?

Nov 25 2024 52 mins  
In this episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross interviews Heather and Emily from Beauty and Truth Math, a math curriculum designed for Charlotte Mason homeschooling families. They discuss the origins of Beauty and Truth Math, their personal homeschooling journeys, and the unique Charlotte Mason approach to teaching math. They delve into why traditional math teaching methods often fa

#54: 4 Tips for Homeschooling Through the Holidays

Nov 18 2024 24 mins  
In this episode, Julie Ross, founder of A Gentle Feast, shares four essential tips to help homeschooling moms navigate the holiday season with grace, joy, and sanity. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by holiday expectations, this episode will guide you to a more peaceful and memorable Christmas season. Key Takeaways: 1. Maintain Some Routine: Children thrive on routine, and comple

#53: Lost Your Spark in Motherhood? with Rachel Marie Martin

Nov 11 2024 50 mins  
In this inspiring episode, host Julie Ross chats with Rachel Marie Martin, author of the powerful new book, ‘Get Your Spark Back: How to Find Happiness and Reignite Your Life.’ As homeschool moms, it’s easy to lose our joy in the busyness of life, but Rachel shares her journey of rediscovering her spark. From personal challenges to practical tips on how to live a fully engage

#52: How to Handle School Resistance: Support for Homeschool Moms

Nov 04 2024 42 mins  
Welcome back to The Feast Life, the podcast where we support homeschool moms on their journey to creating a life-giving education. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to build strength, confidence, and resilience in homeschooling—even when the daily grind gets tough. We’ll cover real-life strategies to handle resistance from kids, balance expectations, and keep joy

#51: Stress-Free Family Travel with Neurodivergent Children: Tips for Life-Giving Homeschooling Adventures with Jenifer Breaux

Oct 29 2024 39 mins  
In Episode 51 of The Feast Life, host Julie Ross chats with Jenifer Breaux, owner of JB Travel Pros, about traveling with neurodivergent children. Jenifer shares her personal journey as a mom of two children with special needs and how she learned to make travel a possibility and even a joy for her family. With her expertise as a travel agent and author, she offers practical advice

#50: How to Process the Negative Emotions When Your Circumstances Make Your Homeschool Ideal Impossible

Oct 14 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, Julie Ross shares a personal coaching call from one of her programs that touches on a theme many homeschool moms can relate to: how to deal with feelings of disappointment, discouragement, or overwhelm when life changes disrupt your routines or ideals. Through the lens of this coaching conversation, Julie explores the emotional intelligence required to be coachable

#49: Creating a Life Giving Homeschool with Lyndsey Mimnagh

Oct 07 2024 51 mins  
Welcome to Episode 49 of The Feast Life podcast! Join your host, Julie Ross, as she chats with Lyndsey Mimnagh from Treehouse Schoolhouse about creating a home-centered life. In this delightful conversation, Julie and Lyndsey discuss their journeys, home education, and balancing home-based businesses with homeschooling. They share practical tips on cultivating a family atmosphere t

#48: Scouting for Wild Ones (and Robots) with Brittney McGann

Sep 30 2024 35 mins  
In this episode of The Feast Life, Julie Ross chats with Brittney McGann, author of Scouting for Wild Ones. They explore the concept of scouting in a Charlotte Mason homeschool, what it means, and how it can benefit families today. Brittney shares her journey from a nature study enthusiast to leading a scouting group and writing a guide for parents. Learn how scouting fits into a h