We Reunited After 7 Years… And Got Really Honest About Homeschooling | #33

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I can't believe it's been over 7 years... on today's podcast I reconnect with my longtime friend Katrin McGoogan (formerly Frantz). We dive deep into our shared homeschooling past, her experience navigating adulthood and motherhood, and her recent ADHD diagnosis. Katrin opens up about what it was like growing up in a highly creative homeschool family, her time in ministry, and how that shaped her view on faith, parenting, and education. We talk about the challenges of re-evaluating childhood beliefs, raising independent kids, and the real-life mental load that comes with being a mom. Whether you were homeschooled, are a parent considering education options, or someone who just loves a good reflective convo—this one’s for you.

*Key Takeaways:* - What it’s like reconnecting after years apart—and how much life changes - The ups and downs of growing up homeschooled in a creative, flexible environment - Navigating an ADHD diagnosis as an adult and learning to work with your brain, not against it - How motherhood shapes your view of your own upbringing and education choices - Letting go of fear-based beliefs, questioning narratives, and giving your kids room to grow

*Timestamps* 00:00 Reunion After Seven Years 01:07 Homeschooling Memories 02:55 Creative Homeschooling Experiences 11:45 Navigating ADHD 22:18 Post-High School Adventures 28:09 Navigating Beliefs and Independence 29:01 Leaving Home and Facing the Real World 30:26 Parenting and Personal Growth 31:39 Questioning and Evolving Beliefs 37:14 Educational Choices for Children 47:42 Homeschool Memories and Extracurricular Activities 53:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

*Resources & Mentions:* - Pomodoro Timer technique: https://pomofocus.io/ - KONOS and Group Solutions (homeschool co-ops) - Mrs. Yip (legendary writing teacher in our community!) - Tools for ADHD (timers, breaks, multi-sensory learning strategies)

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