HOMESCHOOL MOM DISCOURAGEMENT||WAYS TO COMBAT IT||HONEST CHAT

[@Penelopepper]

The last portion really got me! I agree, we are the generation with no “motherly” mentor. I stepped away from my toxic family almost 2 years ago. Both my mother and sisters never encouraged my journey as a mother instead they had nothing but snide remarks that made me question my ability to mother and has created so much discouragement in my life. Thank you for this video, it is so nice to know we aren’t alone in struggles. I love the homeschooling mom prayer to start the day.

[@maryrodenbeek1895]

This touched my heart. My expectations vs what actually plays out most times can be very discouraging. My intentions are good but when the day deviates from MY plan it bothers me and kills my joy. I'm working on this with the Lord but it helps to hear that I'm not alone in this.

[@GraceandGrit]

I feel this too!

[@jessicafitzgerald5654]

Yes! I’ve finally learned that caring for myself is not selfish, it’s necessary!...just like eating and showering haha! I have 4 kiddos including a teen and a toddler so the exhaustion both mentally and physically all day can take a toll! You can’t fill from an empty well. 💕

[@wildlingsacademyhomeschool8081]

Oh definitely. Rest for me is like you said quiet, no one talking to me, no social media, low lights, no outside stimulation. Even no one touching me is a big thing. After a long day of having three toddlers all over me and nonstop taking to me I just need to be 100% alone in all senses for a little bit. My husband knows this and gets this. Give me 30 minutes and then I’ll be ready to come together and move on with our evening.

[@joanna3367]

The last portion about mom mentors touched my heart ❤️ i completely agree with that. My mom passed away 3 years ago & didn’t get to meet my youngest 2 boys and it’s been such a lonely motherhood journey without her 💔 just her presence in my home would keep me sane and fill my cup 🥺 Like you said, something about your biological mother helping you, hearing your heart, guiding you, and relating to you is just so special. And it is absolutely heart breaking to do this without her 😔Thank you for sharing this video and your heart with us. You’ve been a huge source of encouragement in my homeschooling journey 👩‍🏫 📚🙏🏼

[@SimplyLivingIt]

Ohhhh girl!!! YES TO ALL OF THIS!!!!!!! Thank you for opening up and sharing your heart! We have all been there. I would totally be here for weekly encouragement with you! Been homeschooling 8 years and still learning every day! I become discouraged when I am tired. Physically, mentally, emotionally...all the things! When I am tired, the enemy attacks hard-core. Rest is SO important to me in this season. 🤗❤❤❤❤

[@ourlongwayaround9583]

Loved that "homeschool mom prayer". I have not been disciplined with praying over our day before we dig in to schoolwork. Something so quick & simple can really start the school day so much better, so this encouragement.(& reminder) was much-needed!

[@jenifermartin6164]

First year home schooler here. This video could not have had more perfect timing. After a rough start to the school year, I thought we had turned a corner and found our rhythm. Today definitely threw me for a loop and I basically encountered every discouraging thought you mentioned today. Thank you for continuing to share you life, struggles, and victories with us.

[@HomeschoolWherever]

Totally agree that emotional and mental exhaustion is so important to recognize and manage. I’m a big-time introvert but I have an extroverted husband and extroverted kids. It’s taken some time for me to be able to ask for the alone time I need to recharge my batteries. Fortunately we’ve gotten to the point now where my family understands that this is something I need in order to show up in the best way for them. Loved this video! Thanks for all the encouragement ❤️❤️

[@FirstLast-mf1og]

Thank you so much for this. I needed it today! I actually asked God to give me something as I opened up and scrolled down KZbin. I am so encouraged and motivated by your videos. I needed to hear "Satan will use discouragement to get you to stop doing the work God has specifically called you to do!" It may not be word for word...BUT it was HUGE!!!!

[@pollyjoyfulhouse2805]

Your advice is wise and your honesty is refreshing. When my first child was born years ago I realized quickly that my frustrations with motherhood ALWAYS come from unmet expectations. Maturing is all about adjusting expectations of ourselves and our children, and still holding high standards. 💖

[@rdnkprincess]

I can totally relate to everything you talked about. I often feel my mind is my own worst enemy. I get discouraged very easily when I can't accomplish my daily to-do lists, or finish all our school for the day, or when my kids just won't listen (boys 13 &5). This video was really helpful and I know I'm not alone in these things. Thank you for sharing.

[@katyspencer7972]

Oh my gosh!! You have no idea how timely your words about moms having no mom mentors is! Lisa Bevere just wrote a book for this ministry and I am in love with how God has been working with me on this!

[@HomeschoolHomestead]

I needed this, especially today. As a 32 year old working, first year homeschooling mom I have been very discouraged lately. Everything has felt so underwhelming, out of place, and I’ve been questioning if what I’m doing is right. Choosing to homeschool was hard, but I didn’t know that I’d have to mentally/emotionally/spiritually keep “choosing” it. I have weeks where I’m super confident and then weeks where I question if I should continue. At the end of the day, I’ll always choose it. Early on I made a list of why we chose it, which helps also. I think it’s time for a small, unplugged, mom trip. This video really ministered to my heart this morning. I needed the encouragement. ❤️

[@mrthompson2710]

Yes! Getting discouraged when you can’t do something to the expectation you had for the week.

[@breestephens6254]

You are an amazingly huge mentor to me. I have often wished that we could just sit over a cup of tea and chit chat. Your words are amazing for my momma heart and and my homeschooling mind. I could never thank you enough for sharing your life with all us schooling mommas out here. ❤️

[@GracefullyUnraveled]

Unfortunately my time with the Lord is literally a checklist box for daily tasks. I know if I don’t put it on the checklist I won’t prioritize it. As you said before, we have different seasons when we’re more open to hearing what the Lord has to say, I’d say that’s a season that I’m in right now. This video has me so emotional. Thanks for sharing. ❤️

[@Cecibug1]

I feel you, I'm the same way right now. My depression makes it so hard to get through the day and I have to prioritize, and make check lists.

[@Souerdike7]

You are a mentor to so many mamas! Right before you started talking about mentors I was thinking what a huge blessing KZbin homeschooling mamas are. When I was in the thick of homeschooling there was no KZbin. And while yes, my mother is living, she and my father were both very against the idea! I still have one child finishing up and my dad will still make "don't you want to go to school " comments to him. This after homeschooling for 22 years. The first homeschool conference I went to, and just for the curriculum hall, I didn't listen to the speakers, because hey, I have a degree in education. (Ha!) I was so blessed to stumble upon the booth of Marge Barth. A homeschool pioneer whom you've probably never heard of. She spoke a few kind words to me and gave me a free cassette (yes, cassette!) tape of one of her talks. The Lord used that moment and some of her and her husband's books to give me the strength to focus on the big picture and stay the course when I was very much alone in my journey. And transform ME. So, Ashley, never underestimated the encouragement you are to all your viewers!!

[@wildfireandgrace3087]

Thanks Ashlee❤️ Such great encouragement. I absolutely need that quiet time to rest and recharge. I call it an “ear massage”😂 As in “ kids mommy’s having an ear massage, give me a minute” lol I’ve watched your videos for years and I’m always encouraged by them, keep it up sister! The Lord is working through you for sure❤️

[@stephaniecronk5205]

I’m one of your “older” viewers and have been homeschooling a long time. Thank you for the reminder to first, ask God to direct my homeschool day and to not make my time with God a task to check off my to do list. You are doing a great job as a mom and homeschooler. Thank you for continuing to make videos!

[@Backtocool]

Yes!! The mom stuff totally spoke to me...I think about it all the time how my journey as a mom would be so different if my own mom was in my life in a meaningful way. I try not to pine about it or be envious of others who do have amazing moms there for them, but it does make me a little sad. But watching people like you and Jamie and a couple others definitely bolsters me and gives me confidence that the path I’m walking is good and to keep going, even on the days I’m discouraged. I see the fruits of this homeschooling journey in my kids and I feel the Holy Spirit guiding me in my choices for them and so all of that helps keep me going. Thank you so much for the encouragement, as always.

[@heathers9378]

For moms of children 5 and under seek out a local MOPS group! It is usual connected to a local church, but there are now online options. It has helped me so much. There are mentor moms, mom encouragement, and fellowship with women in the same season of life.

[@mabiliar8951]

Loved this! I was praying this morning asking God to help me as I am feeling so discouraged and then I started listening to this as I was prepping dinner and it was exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you for sharing!

[@katyspencer7972]

Love that you said that you don't want to do things perfectly, but your high expectations are to do things with excellence unto the Lord.

[@FiveEighteenBlog]

Omg I definitely relate to this and in general to your channel. So recently my oldest was acting out and was just unhappy (she’s usually a happy angel) and I totally took her behavior personally and it really brought me down , I automatically blamed myself as a mother. And i think we all do this. Thanks for ur encouraging words , you are absolutely wonderful and I believe you help many moms more than u know.

[@ourfamilyvideos7283]

So true...so many things can steal your joy. Especially in the HS years we feel we have to do it all/ just right BUT in reality whatever our children desire to become,they WILL learn those things needed to succeed. We cannot know all nor do all. Girlfriends at our age+ is VERY hard and at times a lonely road. I desire drama free,true friendships and that is hard to find. I’m thankful for your channel and consider you a friend. I also don’t have my mother, she passed in her early 50’s...I would give anything to be able to talk to her.God bless you and all you went through.

[@brendalizet5197]

Thank you for this video. You are my encouragment. Sometimes is hard to find encouragment because everyone has their own life or you (me) pours so much of myself to my family ...not just my children and it becomes draining but definitely your channel helps me and also other homeschool moms around IG. Thansk for sharing!

[@heathers9378]

Weary...you said the word that I've been trying to identify. Thank you. It took me a while to click on this video because I'm experiencing this discouragement that honestly didn't want to acknowledge and knew in the back of my mind that your video would kick my rear in gear and I wasn't ready. I realize that now. Thank you for the realness and your help.

[@kimraney73]

God used you in such perfect timing (as always!) for many of us. Thank you for being so real and so open to sharing these areas that most of us struggle in.

[@angelelle3070]

Finally made it to this video to sit and watch it and I can relate to just about all of it. This is my second year of homeschooling, my 6th year being a mom and my 25th year of living with chronic illnesses and it's all kicking my behind lately. I put myself down constantly simply because I can't keep up with what, at least in my mind, "normal moms" can do. It's just what you said, focusing on what I don't /can't do rather than what I am able to accomplish. I deal with severe fatigue and constant pain so it's just my normal and even after all of these years it's super hard to know when I need to slow down and rest or take time for myself. I have found a couple of friends who are an encouragement but I'm older (I'm 46 with one child who is 6) and sick so sometimes it's hard to relate. That's something I need to work on, finding others who I can confide in and just talk openly with. Hubby works constantly trying to make up the difference now that I can't work again so I feel like I don't want to burden him with this stuff (plus he's a guy 😂 we need other women). Anyway I so get this video and needed it today so thank you for not walking away from KZbin 😉 I'll say this.. The reason I can keep going everyday is because of God. No way I could do any of this without Jesus. 🙌✝️❤️

[@momof3boys47]

Thanks for this! Bless you! I totally understand mental exhaustion. I am discouraged pretty often. So much great advice here. I hope you have more encouragement like this in the future. I am blessed to have a wonderful mom, sister and mother in law to talk to and pray for me.

[@Williamwayneacademy]

Wow! You hit every struggle I have as a homeschool mom. Even the lack of a mom, my mom and grandparents have all passed away. The extra encouragement only comes from my partner and he understands but not everything as I strive to do my best. Some days are harder than others. However, the time I spend with my son, I will cherish and God gives me strength to do the things that need to be done. Much love and prayers. Thank you for sharing!

[@kmariestiles]

Thank you for sharing your heart! I am encouraged not only by your words, but by knowing another homeschool mom feels like I do ♥️

[@ashleepaffi]

Thank you so much for this video Ashlee! My momma heart is feeling encouraged after watching this. These are great tips. You’re so relatable and it definitely helps knowing “I’m not the only one” ❤️ God bless my sweet.

[@reneevdwesthuizen4849]

This couldn't have come at a better time. Thank you. Being too critical of myself (and my kids sometimes) is my greatest flaw. Its just too much pressure. As a professional musician, we are trained to only be satisfied with 'perfection'.

[@nikicarista7653]

That last one particularly but really everything you've said in the video. I relate to it all. My mom and I do not have a close relationship at all which is sad because she lives 20 minutes down the road. I can't count how many times I've wished things were different with our relationship and have become envious of people who have a "motherly" mother if that makes sense. Mother's day is a hard one as I combat lots of bitterness on that day every year and I'm 31. Sometimes you just want and need your mom, it sucks. I don't have many close friends either, I never really have. I find joy in your channel and I also love Jamie Kight too! Please don't ever leave youtube! You are an encouragement to many❤️

[@jennifermckinney484]

Thank you for sharing these things. I'll be saving these to remind myself what areas could be draining my energy. I appreciate your wisdom and guidance. Knowing you're here is very encouraging so please continue. You're one of my mentor moms ❤️

[@jennym853]

I want to say thank you for your videos. I am a newer subscriber and have watched a good amount of your videos. I love your heart and you have been encouraging me to be a better mom and follow Gods convictions. Love your mom chats. ❤️

[@AmongStouts]

Whew. I needed this video, and this encouragement. You really spoke to me when you said we need to find the source of our discouragement because it shows up in so many different ways and, in reflecting, this is so true for me and now I know exactly what I need to bring to the Lord and pray for guidance about. Thank you so much for this video, I’m so grateful that He spoke this to you to bring to on your channel. 💕

[@GraceandGrit]

Thanks for watching!!🥰

[@elenakasa5264]

Love this heart to heart 💖 thank you for the beautiful reminders. It's easy to forget that in our Lord we find our strength, and abounding love and that life-giving living water. I often will fall back into searching out "inspiration" from others, and of course it doesn't compare to Jesus, the Word and a relationship with the Father. In fact, it's exhausting chasing these "inspirations" if that is always my knee jerk reaction to improving our school day! I appreciate your time and effort in this video, that you 🥰

[@sarahscripture1276]

Thank you so much! This was so timely for me. We just finished week 4 of homeschooling for the first time. I have 4 boys. We just moved across the country to a place we don’t know many people, and are now homeschooling and trying to navigate making friends with lots of things shut down. I’ve been feeling really drained and am so close to discouragement. This was great to think about!

[@sarahscripture1276]

The mental exhaustion is definitely something I combat each day.

[@marilyngonzalez3970]

Thank you sooooo much for posting this! It is so encouraging to know you’re not alone in moments of discouragement and/or exhaustion during our homeschool journeys. We have been homeschooling for 5 years and although this year definitely feels the smoothest and I love it so much, I haven’t been able to find a homeschooler online that deals with insomnia. In my mind I envision us starting school early and being able to have quiet devotional time in the mornings but the reality is that I suffer with anxiety driven insomnia from time to time and that will completely affect my routine because I then have to sleep in later to be able to function. Then that just throws off my day with timing. Does anyone deal with this? Please tell me I’m not alone. 🙏🏼😴

[@Leavemealone57]

You are so encouraging thank you!! I really needed to hear literally all of this lol. I’m way too hard on myself I think I cause my own depression by constantly discouraging myself all the time. (Which I just now realize)

[@candacereimers7322]

I am my worst enemy especially when it comes to "perfection" as well as mental exhaustion! Those are the areas that wear on me and discourage me. You literally confirmed so much of what I am working on with Jesus

[@JuliaCantley]

I feel this sooo much. I had a mental breakdown with my mom yesterday about how I am mentally and physically. I get up at 4 to work until 7:30 online, then homeschool and take care of the household and daily tasks. I'm not getting enough sleep so being tired physically will take a toll on you mentally too. Thank you!

[@paulalawrence4609]

All of these are my struggles. Thank you for sharing not only the struggles but also the encouragement!!

[@ginamcgrew9955]

Yes! Amen to ALL THAT!! Thank you for the encouragement Ashlee!!😘

[@DanniRose26]

Loved this! Thank you for your encouragement and needed reminder. It’s so hard to not get discouraged when things are not going how you hoped they would... Love these videos ❤️

[@sarahc2726]

Thank you for the tips. All of what you said has hit home. I am my own worse enemy as well. Thank you for sharing your heart and for being brave and strong.

[@mallen6035]

I feel burned out and discouraged and it’s only October! Yikes. All of the cleaning, appointments, cooking, disciplining on top all the errand, and fatigue plus homeschooling is just so overwhelming. My child is also very high maintenance and stubborn. She really doesn’t seem to like homeschooling. I also receive no support from friends or family for being a homeschooling stay at home mom. No one ever acts interested in what I am doing or seems to find it significant at all. I know that it doesn’t matter what other people think and I do not do it based on other people’s approval but it’s nice one and awhile to have someone say, “Hey, what are you learning in homeschool this week.” Yeah, I’m having a pity party. Sorry not sorry.

[@aggmeister29]

You’re sooo amazing, Ashlee! I love your honesty and you encouragement. I homeschool my young boys on the weekends. It can be very discouraging because they’re little, moody and don’t want to “sit down” for learning, but I just do a little bit every day. I try my best. Thank you for being my mentor! ❤️🙏🏽

[@c.s.2125]

I LOVED this video. Anytime Godly wisdom or encouragement is shared or given, I’m there for that. It’s so important. Also, I feel like I always relate to you in everything you say (including love for The Donald haha) except I don’t have 4 kids, I have 2. Thank you for your channel. Your content personally blesses me so much! 💛

[@cinmusiclyrics1087]

I relate 100% with you in everything , and my alone time is a way for me to recharge as well. If i dont have that, i can not be my best self. Thanks for sharing

[@taikodancer]

Thank you for all that you do! We appreciate your encouragement to us homeschooling mamas! We love you for that!

[@carlabales5187]

I really enjoy your videos. But this was definitely the best thing I have seen in a while. Thanks for this. And you are so right about keeping our hearts open and right with GOD'S words not a preacher's words or self help guru's words.

[@gwensmith9500]

Thank you for this! I find that adding to an ongoing list (with date headings) on my phone of things I’m thankful for resets me because for me a grateful heart and a discouraged heart can’t occupy the same space. I also find that it acts as a kind of journal that we all love to look back on fondly. It feels like a bit of a legacy.

[@monicalara3942]

Thank you so much for opening your heart!! I needed this! Just today I was crying feeling so discouraged. Minute 13:14 You are faithful in everything you do 💗

[@melissabingham3472]

Wow, this hit right on the head for me. Thank you for this. I really need these videos at this point in my homeschooling and overall life atm.

[@michellecastro6560]

Yep. The mental and emotional exhaustion really sneaks up on me and I need to do a better job of recognizing it, accepting it, and resting.

[@MikeKendrickmusic]

Right on point! Absolutely Love this video!! Life giving words and truth. Thank you!! ❤️

[@mitzifox4601]

Thank you so much for sharing your struggles, letting us all know we are not the only one who struggles with our discouragement in our homeschool! I am thankful for the reminder to not let the Lord become a checklist box! Discouragement is most definitely the Devil trying to derail us in following God’s plan for us! . I am a seasoned mom (4 children ages 35, 28, 26 & 12 as well as 4 grands 10, 8, 6 & 18 months), however I am a new to homeschool mom with my 12 yr old daughter! I have been a mom for 35 years and even though it has been a rollercoaster ride at times, it is the best job on the planet! I am so thankful that God blessed me with my 4 children and now 4 grands! Cherish every moment, the time goes by so fast and now I have only my youngest at home with me! Every second is precious time with her!🥰. God is good!

[@nikisanchez7816]

So so good Ashlee! I can relate to all of these things and these kind of videos are so encouraging for me. Keep sharing things the Spirit puts on your heart, you are touching lives❤️.

[@brittanynicole92]

I really enjoyed this video. I needed to be reminded of some of those things and focus on those. Thank you for introducing me to Sally Clarkson I really enjoy listening to her. I have a mom but she’s just not the spiritual mentor that I need and Sally is so wonderful to listen to.

[@jhullender3046]

Loved the tip about allowing room for the homeschool things that bring you joy. I find this to be so true!

[@tiffanytunoa7240]

Thank you for this video. I have been discouraged with my daughter lately and have been trying to give it over to God but at the same time still blame myself and don’t give it to Him completely. Thank you for the advice.

[@katrinaoliver1177]

This was a wonderful,perfect video for me to hear. Thank you for your words of encouragement & honesty. I am in that season with everything you mentioned very much like you with my workouts, homeschool expectations. I began resting by just simply lying down & taking an hour to just have quiet time by myself to talk to God.

[@christinefigueroa2529]

Thank you so much for this. Your honesty and encouragement is so needed and appreciated. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@janinec1756]

You’re so awesome! My rest is the same as yours!! Thank you for every word you said!! Love the heart to heart!

[@stephaniejoyce6896]

Wonderful video. I adore Sally Clarkson. She is my main mentor as well. Wonderful ministry.

[@lizlopez712]

Thank you so much for sharing your ❤️ ❤️ First year home schooling .Your videos have been soooo encouraging!!

[@miahanna8172]

We are just starting year 6 of homeschooling and normally Im ready for school. I usually feel excited and focused. We had a great summer outside but now that we started school again, I feel like we are under quarentine again and my heart just isnt in it. I have 4 kids in middleschool and highschool and I feel aweful that I lost my motivation.

[@nataliemorelli7729]

Totally relate,especially the last couple of weeks. Everything you mentioned is what I have been going through lately. I discourage myself if I’m not doing things well, not perfect, according to my own standards. Love following and you have definitely helped me so much along my beginning homeschooling journey. Thanks for all you share!

[@amandaallen4194]

You have such a beautiful ministry here… Thank you!

[@ashleyhume7402]

Loved this video! I fully agree on everything!! Being a mom, wife, teacher and home maker is a lot, it’s hard, it’s messy but such a blessing!! Loved these tips girl!!!

[@jenleininger5864]

I am my worse critic for sure and it leaves me discouraged often. I’m working on it but it’s so hard so I feel you and all of these points were really good thank you for this!

[@tiviawilliams530]

Yes I can relate to everyone of these! Thank you for making this video and the encouragement! You are one of my mentors!

[@Raising_Arrowsx5]

I end my days mentally exhausted ever day. I have a 7 year old that never wants to do what I ask him to do. I do have to fid a way ro make schoolwork fun. After dinner I go in my room and read. Sometimes I feel I need to leave so I will. I just tell my husband I need ro go somewhere for a minute.

[@FLMegan]

Lena I get this!! So me! Your definitely not alone and I have even improved a ton in our day thanks to this channel. I have twin 8 year olds. I just need down time like you and that's ok I think. I try and make it related to the Lord when I do run to my room. I definitely have my go to podcasts and books. ❤

[@mzfitmama2361]

Same same

[@KariMeckling49]

@@FLMegan I have almost 8 year old twins as well....very high energy and can't really get them to pay attention long. I also have an almost 4 year old (all boys)...and I just started this journey. This channel has helped a bit! So, thank you Ashley 😊

[@jaimiekight]

This was so good! Thank. You for making this!! Love you ash

[@simpleadventure2857]

Thank you for your honesty in this video!! I identify with every single point you made. I'm in year 4 of homeschooling and your kids are a bit older than mine, so I really value all the wisdom you share. Thank you! :)

[@brandylong4232]

I can definitely relate to this video! Thanks for your encouragement!

[@jennyb.6847]

YESSSSSS. Love this and am so thankful that you are open and honest about discouragement! Yes, girl, yes, it's so true! We so easily get there, to that place of being downcast. You and I are much alike with our expectations of ourselves and our children/week, etc. I was just reading the other day that all discouragement is from the devil and we should not be troubled by it (John 14:1,27).

[@gingersnaps5979]

Thank you for this! You have been a tremendous encouragement to me as a homeschool mom and a mom that physically takes care of herself! I feel like I see so many moms neglect themselves and you don’t! You always inspire me with how you get your workouts in and how long you’ve been homeschooling your kids. I hope to find a mentor in our new church.

[@danapple]

Thank you so much for your honesty and genuineness! I needed this message right now as the newness of our school year has tapered off and I have had some discouaraging/difficult moments this school year already. With 3 boys, there aren't alot of quiet moments when my boys are awake, but this was such a good reminder to take time for rest and be gentle on myself and adjust my expectations. Some days when my boys are fighting or wrestling and winging things at each other when I am trying to do a science lesson or read aloud, I can get so discouraged. I know that in the end, these days together, while they can be difficult are all so worth it, and this is the greatest calling of my life! I can't thank you enough Ashley for doing these videos, I am so grateful God has put this calling in your life and that you share your encouragement with Moms like me! God bless you and your family always!

[@whitneyvrska130]

Wow, this is just what I needed! Discouragement was heavy on my heart today. I literally found myself questioning and doubting everything I’m doing in my homeschool. I am so grateful for your uplifting words, thank you!

[@creeksidehomeschoolers]

Great advice and very encouraging! I too struggle with many of these things or have in the past! And I 100% agree with coming to the Bible and Jesus with an open servants heart, it not just reading the Bible its the relationship with God/Jesus that makes a difference and grows our hearts, mind and soul. Thanks for sharing and yes yes this brightens my day and gives a great reminder of what to focus on!

[@kristy681987ify]

I homeschool through a charter this is our first year. Working with the math I personally always struggled with math in school, so in a way am learning it while teaching it. The last 2 weeks the kids have been struggling grasping what they are learning 5th and 7th. So we are not moving forward with the next lesson until they can understand it. I'm working from the prerequisite so they can try to understand it better. I am praying 🙏 it helps. I am also praying I can help them through it. I don't want to be the cause of them not learning.

[@blessedmamalife]

I can relate to many points you made. You’ve been a great inspiration to me the last few months & I’m so grateful for you! I relate to you in so many aspects & I always think “man, we would be such good friends in real life!” 😂 I love these chatty videos, especially on topics like this. ❤️

[@AP-fr4pl]

Oh my goodness.. this is SO good🙌🏻 I needed to hear this today. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@tanagee5682]

Thank you for sharing . I found it very encouraging and a good reminder. You are seen. I also have never had that mother figure and find it difficult to find that person as a mentor irl. I have been following Sally for years and have every single book. She’s my go to when I need the motherly encouragement or just a soft voice to listen to.

[@michelleowens471]

Thank you so much!! This is my first year homeschooling and I do get discouraged. I love watching your videos and you do definitely encourage me. Thank you again. ❤️

[@jolenethornton3787]

I could relate to every single one of your tips. I felt like this was exactly what I needed to hear. I am going to rewatch your video and jot down some of your tips to have on hand when I need a quick reminder! Thank you so very much for speaking from your heart and being so transparent with your struggles. You encourage me so much💓

[@homeschoollifeontheisland2118]

😭 I needed this today. Feeling alone at times is what really gets to me. As a HS mom sometimes people dont want a real friendship. I feel they just want to use me when needed. When I need I have no one. Everyone is in there world like, who will drink coffee with me to complain about my kids and cheer me up?😅😌 definitly God! But, you know...🙌 thank Ashley I wasnt raised with mom or dad neither. Its the worse process as an adult. I take it day by day and sometimes when the lonelyness kicks in my husband helps.God bless your heart.

[@girl4granted]

I started crying halfway through your video....I am at the point were I do not even want to get out of bed to be a mom let alone teach. Been thinking of putting them in public school but I know thats not really what I want plusit not really an option We are expats living the " dream" on a island but I hate it! ( saying that makes me feel selfish and ungreatfulbut the honest truth is I am so lonely ).The kids and I are in the apartment the whole day while dad is of at work. I do not often see other adults let alone anyone who homeschool and in the last 2 months the few friends I made here had to return to their home countries due to the pandemic . I feel like I have been calling out to God to help me through this....... Its just so many things.....I just can't anymore....

[@christynr1388]

Girl4granted Hang in there! Praying for you! Remember nothing is forever and this season will pass. God will give you the strength to make it through it until life changes again. Concentrate on the little blessings...like if your kids, your husband, and you are healthy, you have income, food, and a place to live.

[@homeschoollifeontheisland2118]

@@girl4granted its not easy. But look at it all for what it really is. A big blessing in disquise. It will all come. Take a break from school if necesary and seek the Lord. And just rest it out. But not in bed. See movies, sing, bake, read, a nice bath with smooth music etc. Find yourself. God bless your heart.

[@ashleyprice20]

Thank you for your transparency! I have not been making time for my morning time reading and praying and I can tell a big difference in how I feel. Thank you for the encouragement! I love your videos!

[@airgirl2011]

Thank you for this video!!!! I have definitely been a little discouraged recently and needed this video! Yes you have been my mentor, I don't have anyone in my life to fill that roll so I turned to some of you youtube mamas for that!!

[@Jess1986gold]

Yes to more heart to heart videos! Loved this. ❤️

[@evelynthomley7566]

Ashlee, this absolutely has to be sent from above. No, seriously. This past week, uh month, awe heck, this whole dang year has been way hard for me. My husband and I left a state that we love living in to move to middle of nowhere AL to help care for his grandparents. (I also left a job in marketing and major advansement potential to move here) There were many unkempt promises, and many more hardships outside of what's happened in the world. Within the past 5 months and living in a global pandemic I've homeschooled my children, continued growing my home-based bakery, and cared for 2 grandparents-in-love who both ended up on Hospice and who have both passed not due to the virus mind you 😉. Just this past month we went through Hurricane Sally and loosing my grandfather-in-law. These past few months I've felt like a complete failure in almost every area. BUT - BUT- Today, I feel like I have hope. That what I'm doing does and has counted and that it can only get better from here. So, please continue to share because if it wasn't for your encouragement on real life stuff and insight on things, sigh, not sure what I'd do sometimes. So, Thank you Ashlee. You deserve every wonderful thing that comes your way! ❤ Much love, from a very weary Mom 😊

[@GraceandGrit]

So much love for you mama! Thankyou for sharing your heart with me you’ve been through so much I’m praying for endurance for you and your heart 🧡

[@evelynthomley7566]

@@GraceandGrit ❤❤❤

[@julieannlussier2876]

Oh I needed this! Thank you so much for wise words. Struggling these days and as I think back, I have given up my quiet time with God. Guess this was his reminder to me. I connect with him most outside and total quiet also. Today I'm about ready to throw in the towel. We use BJU DL for all subjects now and their whole site is glitching. So I'm trying to give my kids and I grace, and breath, and just go outside.

[@angiegracewellnessfreedom7544]

Definitely feeling discouraged lately... I've had my ups and downs, feeling out of control. I guess that's my sign. I cannot control everything, and that is probably where I'm feeling discouraged. Everything feels out of my hands these days... and I feel trapped. You always look beautiful in the warmer colors, but this blue on you is gorgeous. Had to tell you :)

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou sweet friend. You know I relate

[@homeschoolmomof2707]

I can relate to almost every one of your tips and things you deal with! Thanks for sharing and the encouragement! :-)

[@carolinavargas9771]

I feel like crying right now. I have needed to hear something like this from a real human being. Thank you.

[@GraceandGrit]

Sending you a huge hug ❤️