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Jodie the Mom
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Helping homeschool moms & work from home moms thrive. Sharing mom life strategies that work. Less chaos. More confidence. Life Unboxed is a momtrepreneur's guide to raising kids, running a business, and keeping your sanity. For more great momtrepreneur content check out lifeunboxed.blog. New episodes posted weekly.  [Some of the links in the show notes are affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.] 

  1. 4d ago

    How To Be Successful: Redefining Success As A Work From Home Mom

    What does success look like for you? We have so many people defining how to be successful that we need to pause and define it for ourselves.  How to be successful. Is it defined, in your mind, by a bigger house, a bigger car, and a bigger bank account? This is how traditional success is typically defined. But for the work from home and homeschool mom, how to be successful looks completely different.  The Instagram reels will try to tell us success looks like six figures, or a homestead, or perfect sourdough bread. But that also doesn't work for work from home and homeschool moms.  It is time to go outside of the box and define how to be successful on our own terms. We need a definition that fits real life, not a polished fantasy.  Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-be-successful/  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodie-the-Mom/author/B097RQRRQ1  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/  MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog  ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/  To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/  FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    8 min

  2. Jun 15

    What Does Failing Forward Mean

    What does failing forward mean? Failing forward is one of those phrases we hear all the time. But, at this point, it has reached the status of losing its meaning.  This is one of those statements that is at the top of all the mindset guru's lists. But what does failing forward mean? Is it really possible to always fail forward. Is failure always a bad thing? Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/what-does-failing-forward-mean Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Learning from Experience: https://youtu.be/ZUPSe4BjCy8 When Don't Give Up is the Wrong Advice: https://youtu.be/5PjgH_trL3Y Stop Feeling Like a Failure and Start Winning for Life: https://youtu.be/PY3YXUPehQk Mom's No Good Very Bad Day: https://youtu.be/ZkupJ2o7Lls Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom ~~~ MOM BOSS 2.0 WORKBOOK Are you ready to break free from the 9–5, be your own boss, raise your kids, and enjoy your life? Download your free 20-page workbook and get started on your path to freedom.  https://life-unboxed-blog.ck.page/73d633e72d CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    10 min

  3. Jun 8

    It's A Homeschooling And Work From Home For Mom Life

    Can you actually work from home for mom and homeschool six kids? How is that even possible? Won’t everyone demand your attention at the same time—kids, clients, curriculum, laundry, and the random crisis of the day? Is it truly possible to build a business and homeschool without completely losing your mind?  Work from home for mom brings up a lot of questions and doubts. However, here’s what I’ve learned along the way: it is possible to work from home and homeschool. It isn’t effortless. It isn’t picture-perfect. But it is absolutely doable—and it can even be deeply rewarding.  Let me tell you how I got here and what has actually made it happen for work from home for mom.  Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/work-from-home-for-mom/  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Get More Done Notebook: https://www.amazon.com/Get-More-Done-Do-Notebook/dp/B0CKMW3Z7S  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodie-the-Mom/author/B097RQRRQ1 ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/   MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/   To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    11 min

  4. Jun 1

    Discover the Secret Sauce to Create Motivated Learners

    One question I see asked a lot from homeschool moms is how do I create motivated learners?   This is one of the biggest struggles in homeschool. Or at least it can feel like it. I confess, I’ve never struggled with motivating my kids to learn. And I am going to let you in on the secret sauce. This post is all about creating motivated learners.   So let’s talk about how to create motivated learners. It is possible, and I want to help you take the struggle out of homeschooling.   Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/motivated-learners/  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Rebel Mom Checklist: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: What is Motivation A Mom's Realistic Guide to Goals Homeschool All in One Curriculum Understanding Learning Styles Abeka Academy Abeka Math Mom's No Good Very Bad Day Take a Break What a Homeschool Day Looks Like for a Work from Home Mom Skillshare Homeschooling Online Create a Morning Routine  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom  ~~~ MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog  Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579  Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    14 min

  5. May 25

    Genius Ways To Organize Small Spaces: Working and Homeschooling

    You can homeschool, work, and eat in as small space. It just takes a little imagination to organize a small space.  Your home is both a living space and a learning space, the line between chaos and calm gets blurry really fast. Whether you have a dedicated homeschool room or you are making magic happen in the corner of your kitchen, you can absolutely create a space that works. You can organize a small space to work for you.  If you are buying the same book twice because you can’t find it, or the quiz book disappears for months like it joined witness protection, then it is time to organize your small space. Your homeschool space should work for functionality, flexibility, and peace of mind.  The good news? You don’t need a bigger house. You just need a few genius strategies to organize a small space. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/organize-a-small-space/  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodie-the-Mom/author/B097RQRRQ1  ~~~ REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLING Ditch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help.  https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/  MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog  ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/  To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/  FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog  Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579  Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    9 min

  6. May 18

    What A Homeschool Day Looks Like For A Work From Home Mom

    Mom, we are the unicorns in the homeschool world, or maybe not so much anymore. But it can feel like no one else knows what our homeschool day is like.   The key to a successful homeschool day is to plan in such a way that you can set your day on autopilot, and it doesn't require too much intervention from you. Yes, it is possible.   Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-day/  Find your tribe. Join the online community: Rebel Moms Club for Working Homeschool Mom:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelmomsclub  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Rebel Mom Checklist: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Create Routines Create a Morning Routine Workout Routines at Home Time Management for Moms Who Work from Home Working from Home Homeschooling Multiple Grades High Needs Baby Working from Home with a Newborn Step 1 Coffee Step 2 Conquer the World Independent Learners Reluctant Reader Homeschool All in One Curriculum Work and Homeschool Living a Creative Life for Your Mental Self-Care  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://geni.us/Jodiethemom ~~~ CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    14 min

  7. May 11

    Homeschool Math Curriculums That Save Your Sanity

    Homeschool math curriculums can cause you to question all of your life choices. Or at least questions your ability to homeschool well.  Whether you are a math genius or feeling like you are just scrapping by let’s talk homeschool math curriculums. I confess this is not my favorite subject, especially as I get into the older grades and I can’t remember anything. But math is necessary, and so we need to do it.  On of the best things about homeschooling is that we get to tailor curriculum for our individual kids. One of the hardest things about homeschooling is that we get to tailor curriculum for our individual kids.   There can be a lot of trial and error to find the right curriculum for your tribe. Sometimes you can find the right curriculum right away, but other times it takes testing and sampling. You can follow all the trends, pick the homeschool math curriculums that everyone is raving about, and it just doesn’t work for you.   But here is the good news. There is homeschool math curriculums out there that will work for you. After all my years of homeschooling, we’ve tried a lot of different math programs. This post is all about the homeschool math curriculums we’ve used to help save your sanity as you pick curriculum.  Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-math-curriculums/  Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/  Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodie-the-Mom/author/B097RQRRQ1 ~~~  MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/   FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog   Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579   Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff. Support the show

    14 min

  8. May 4

    How to Homeschool and Work from Home: A Beginners Guide

    Homeschooling and working from home can be a daunting task, especially for those who are new to both. However, with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to balance both successfully. Yes, it can feel daunting. Check that off your list. Yes, you will have a lot of questions. Another check on the list. Yes, it will take time to figure out what works for you. But the bottom line is it can be done. If you are starting out and you need a list of steps to take on how to homeschool and work from home. This beginner’s guide is all you need to navigate unfamiliar territory and help you keep your sanity. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-homeschool-and-work-from-home/ Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Everyday Activities that Count as Homeschooling HSLDA What About Socialization How to Teach a Homeschool Co-op Class Create a Routine Online Learning Tools Online Science Online Math Take Breaks Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources ~~~ MOM BOSS 2.0 WORKBOOK Are you ready to break free from the 9–5, be your own boss, raise your kids, and enjoy your life? Download your free 20-page workbook and get started on your path to freedom.  https://life-unboxed-blog.ck.page/73d633e72d CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog  MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE. https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog  ABOUT JODIE THE MOM: To learn more about Jodie, please visit:  https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/  FOLLOW JODIE: Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/ Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifeunboxedblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog  Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxe http://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579  Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.   Support the show

    12 min
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Helping homeschool moms & work from home moms thrive. Sharing mom life strategies that work. Less chaos. More confidence. Life Unboxed is a momtrepreneur's guide to raising kids, running a business, and keeping your sanity. For more great momtrepreneur content check out lifeunboxed.blog. New episodes posted weekly.  [Some of the links in the show notes are affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn’t love free stuff.] 

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  • Creator
    Jodie the Mom
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    235
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    © 2026 Jodie R. Perry | Life Unboxed Blog
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