Family First: How Homeschooling Reshaped Our Life | #V61

2025-09-03

In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about the intense pressure kids face in school and sports—and why their family chose homeschooling as a path toward freedom, joy, and intentional parenting.They share personal stories of navigating academic stress, performance-driven sports culture, and the decision to put family first. You’ll hear how homeschooling created space for character development, deeper faith, and stronger family connection.Key Tak...

In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about the intense pressure kids face in school and sports—and why their family chose homeschooling as a path toward freedom, joy, and intentional parenting.

They share personal stories of navigating academic stress, performance-driven sports culture, and the decision to put family first. You’ll hear how homeschooling created space for character development, deeper faith, and stronger family connection.

Key Takeaways:

How traditional schooling and competitive sports can create performance pressure.
Why homeschooling gave their family balance, freedom, and peace.
Lessons learned from choosing faith and values over external expectations.
Practical encouragement for parents navigating similar challenges.

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