Unschooling "Rules": Freedom Leads to Self-Regulation, Episode 355

We're back with another episode in our Unschooling “Rules” series. And we use the word “rules” in quotes to draw attention to the fact that there is no such thing as an unschooling rule!
It can feel easier to reach for a set of rules to follow, especially when we’re learning something new, but we want to offer you space to look within, to find what makes sense to you and what makes sense to the individual members of your family. There are no unschooling police. Nobody is going to drop by your house and give you a failing grade-or an A+. Our goal with this series is to explore these apparent “rules” and cultivate an environment for self-discovery, for inquiry, for agency, and for growth.
In this episode, we’re diving into the “rule” that freedom leads to self-regulation. We start by exploring the term self-regulation itself. Then we look closer at what freedom actually does give our children and we share some examples from our lives to show how it has all played out for us over the years.
It was really fun to discuss this topic and we hope you find our conversation helpful on your unschooling journey!
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[@creatormom123]

I wonder how old your daughter was with the candy?i konda fell of the unschooling boat because i reontroduced forced leanring with reading for my 8 year old and forced math with my 10 year old lol i felt like they needed my regulation 😂❤❤

[@thelivingjoyfullypodcast]

Hi! She is 12. It seems to be a big age for growth in every way. It's been amazing to see her learn about her body as it changes! ❤- Erika

[@viltesaulebusme83]

Thank you so much!🤍