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Unschooling Mom2MomAuthor: Sue Patterson
The Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast is a quick conversation with Sue Patterson, coach, author, and mother of 3 grown unschoolers. Sue shares inspiration and tips to help you find the unschooling confidence you're looking for! Even if youre more of a homeschooler than an unschooler, these 10 minute(ish) podcasts can help you find more joy in parenting, educating and connecting with your children! Language: en-us Genres: Education for Kids, Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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School “Lessons” Fueling Your Parenting Doubts?
Episode 179
Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
Text Sue what you think!School taught us lessons we didn’t even realize we were absorbing—and they’re still messing with us today.Most of us didn’t realize it while we were sitting in classrooms—but school was teaching us a lot more than math and grammar. It was shaping how we see ourselves, how we parent, and even how we value creativity and curiosity.In this episode, we’re digging into 3 hidden “lessons” school taught us that still show up in our lives every day:Follow directions. Don’t ask questions.Creativity only counts if it looks like everyone else’s.If you don’t fit the mold, you’re the problem.These aren’t just school rules—they’re a kind of brainwashing we carry long after graduation. You may not even realize how much this is creeping into your parenting—but it’s probably at the heart of why you’re doubting yourself so much.Support the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family! You don't have to do this alone!Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourcesLike what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee? Now you can! Buy Me a Coffee Creating Confidence Membership Group Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link! UNSCHOOLING 101 Course Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course Unschooling Transcript Course Seasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com