Ep. 89 - Why People Get Weird When You Say You Homeschool (and How to Handle It Gracefully)

You’re just trying to buy avocados, and suddenly you’re defending your entire educational philosophy.In this hilarious and eye-opening episode, Christy-Faith breaks down why announcing “We homeschool” turns into a social experiment. From the grocery store to family gatherings, she explains the psychology behind other people’s awkward reactions and how to stay confident, calm, and kind through it all.You’ll learn four powerful psychological tendencies (status quo bias, shame projection, cognitive dissonance, and confirmation bias) that explain why people question your homeschool choices and how to gracefully respond without getting defensive or drained.🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling Resources Everything you need to simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/linksThrive Homeschool Community Join Christy-Faith’s online community for mentorship, encouragement, and real friendships that last: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/thriveChristy-Faith’s List A curated directory of homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: 👉 https://christy-faiths-list.comChristy-Faith’s Book: Homeschool Rising 📖 Real talk that will reassure you in your homeschooling journey: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS BJU Press Homeschool ✔ Flexible structure, biblical worldview ✔ Critical thinking + hands-on learning 👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christyCTC Math ✔ Online, self-paced K–12 curriculum ✔ 50% off + free trial for Christy-Faith listeners 👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CFAzure Standard ✔ Affordable, organic, natural groceries and household products ✔ Free of harmful preservatives, food colorings, pesticides 👉 https://AzureStandard.com use code CHRISTYFAITH15 for 15% offSummit HealthShare ✔ Save 40–60% on health care costs ✔ Keep your doctors, gain holistic and functional options 👉 https://summithealthshare.com🎁 FREE GIFT Download this beautiful, ready-to-print notecard! 🔗 https://christy-faith.com/download-thanks-for-listening-gift OTHER EPISODES FOR YOU 👀The Future of Education: Why Families are Leaving Public Schools🔗 https://christy-faith.com/podcast/the-future-of-education-why-families-are-leaving-public-schools/ Behind the Scenes of Thrive Homeschool Community.🔗 https://christy-faith.com/podcast/behind-the-scenes-of-thrive-homeschool-community/🎧 SHOW RECAP✅ Why “We homeschool” feels like a social experiment✅ The real reason people get uncomfortable when you choose differently✅ Four psychological biases that fuel homeschool skepticism✅ How to respond gracefully without overexplaining✅ What to say when someone projects their own parenting fears on you✅ How to reach the ultimate level of unbothered confidence✅ Why thriving homeschool kids often trigger cognitive dissonance in others✅ How to stop trying to be the perfect homeschool ambassadorYour calm doesn’t need to be defended, it just needs to be lived.📌 Like, subscribe, and share this with a homeschool mom who’s tired of defending her decision and ready to walk in confidence.💬 What’s your go-to response when someone questions your homeschool choice? Share it in the comments or tag Christy-Faith on Instagram to join the conversation.The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 89 (00:00) - Christy-Faith Ep.89(11:42) - AD 1(21:23) - Ad 2