How do we deal with the gap between the ideal homeschool that we envision and work for and the reality of family life and home education that all too often falls short of that ideal? Often, all we need is to learn how to simplify our focus and create a realistic expectation, not only for ourselves, but for each of our children. In so doing, we can effectively minimize feelings of inadequacy and discouragement. Misty reviews five basic gospel principles – universal and eternal in application – that guide us in setting realistic and achievable expectations in our homeschool and family lifestyle. Why just “hang in there” year after year when you can press forward daily with vision and a realistic sense of progress? This is more than a class about avoiding burnout–it’s a class to help you learn how to eventually live and think in a way that brings you peace and confidence
