Developing Confidence in Differently Wired Kids

This week, we wrap up our series on the 6 Cs of Homeschooling Success from Colleen's new book, The Homeschool Advantage. In this final episode, we dive deep into the power of Confidence and how to nurture it in our kiddos. Key Takeaways: Encourage the Willingness to Try: Confidence begins with the courage to take risks and step out of comfort zones.  Emphasizing the effort over instant understanding encourages kids to keep trying new things. Develop Persistence and Grit: Persistence, or "grit," is crucial for sticking with long-term goals even when facing challenges.  Providing a safe space for failure and growth helps build resilient, capable adults.  Model Confidence Through Action: Our kids are always watching us; showing how we handle setbacks and take risks teaches them valuable lessons.  Praising effort over intelligence and asking reflective questions help them learn from mistakes and build self-belief.  Dive into this episode to learn more about fostering confidence in your homeschool journey!    Get the Book For a deeper dive into these transformative concepts, don’t forget to grab my new book, The Homeschool Advantage, where you can explore chapter six and beyond. It’s a fantastic resource filled with actionable advice for homeschool educators.   Links and Resources from Today’s Episode Our sponsor for today’s episode is CTC Math   The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Audiobook Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community – The Learners Lab Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. The Anxiety Toolkit Homeschooling with Clarity, Confidence, and Calm | A Conversation with Michelle Brownell The Powerful Relationship Between Confidence And Learning In Our Homeschools A Deep Dive into The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Embracing Child-Focused Learning | A Guide for Homeschooling Neurodivergent Children The Importance of Happiness in Homeschooling | A Guide for Parents Embracing Play for Teens | Growth and Resilience Delight-Directed Learner Turned Published Author | A Conversation with Millie Florence   Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on  Twitter @ColleenKessler,  Facebook @RaisingLifelongLearners,  Instagram @ColleenKessler