Even the most beautiful homeschool days have a behind-the-scenes mess. In this episode, Maeve shares 20 practical, doable ways to reset the moment and turn around hard homeschool days—with faith, humor, and a healthy dose of realism (and maybe a little wine at the end).

You’ll hear:

• Why praying in front of your kids matters
• The power of Holy Spirit hugs (yes, they’re a thing)
• Simple resets that work for preschoolers through high school
• Why struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re doing it right

✨ 20 Ways to Reset the Moment

1. Pray in front of your children
2. Holy Spirit hugs (6+ seconds!)
3. Take a nature walk
4. Go outside and sit on a blanket
5. Quit the thing that’s causing the meltdown
6. Deep breathing (5-7-8)
7. Play a favorite song or praise music
8. Read a picture book aloud
9. Quiet time (for kids and mom)
10. Lock yourself away and cry it out
11. Hands-on tasks (Play-Doh, Legos, baking, organizing)
12. Quiet reading time
13. Refreshments or ritual tea time
14. Puzzle time or creative work
15. Draw or color
16. Tell a joke or read a joke book
17. Read a poem aloud
18. Call your spouse and vent
19. “Send them to the principal” (aka Dad)
20. Plan a field trip
    Bonus: Simple reward systems work wonders

🔗 Links & Resources

• Episode page + printable list: maevejemison.com/103
• Photographer mentioned: Shey Marin
  (Perfect for DC cherry blossom sessions — tell her Maeve & Matt sent you)
• Join the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook group (to see the legendary Christmas card!)

Isn't it hard to find Catholic friends?! I've got a solution. Hop on over to the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook community. Where we share about apologetics, homeschooling, and family life!

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