In the 19th episode, Devon Taylor and Jean Carlo interview Hydie, a homeschooling mom from Southern California. Hydie shares her journey into homeschooling and the catalyst behind her decision. She discusses the importance of giving children the time and space to explore themselves and gain confidence. Hydie also talks about the challenges of homeschooling, including meeting state requirements and the fear of not doing enough for her child. She co-founded a homeschooling group called self.ie to provide a safe space for children to explore and experiment. The conversation also touches on the mental health benefits of homeschooling and the desire to create a different experience for their children. Hydie shares her experience with homeschooling and child-led education. She discusses her blog, Sunny Side Up Learners, where she reflects on her own thoughts and explores topics like homeschooling, unschooling, and mental health. Hydie emphasizes the importance of personalized education and meeting children's individual needs. She also addresses misconceptions about homeschooling, such as the lack of socialization, and highlights the supportive community that exists for homeschooling families. Hydie shares how homeschooling has changed her as a person, allowing her to be more empathetic and patient. She offers advice to parents considering homeschooling and encourages them to create space for downtime and self-directed learning. Please Follow Heidi at: website- sunnysideuplearners.com FB Group- Self.IE Connect with Jean Carlo: 👑You can follow Jean Carlo at👑: 🫶IG= @jeancarlotavarez111 🫶Facebook= @jeancarlotavarez 🫶Tik Tok= @jeancarlotavarez 🫶Youtube=@jeancarlotavarez3346 🫶Email= jeancarlotavarez111@gmail.com 🫶Linktr.ee= https://linktr.ee/jeancarlotavarez_111 Connect with Devon: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/devontaylorauthor?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr (https://www.instagram.com/devontaylorauthor?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) FB- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089237964146&mibextid=LQQJ4d (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089237964146&mibextid=LQQJ4d) TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@devontaylorauthor?_t=8oMW3WMV0GM&_r=1 (https://www.tiktok.com/@devontaylorauthor?_t=8oMW3WMV0GM&_r=1) Linked In- https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-taylor-5109a137?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app (https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-taylor-5109a137?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) YouTube: https://youtube.com/@devontaylorauthor?si=XNZ9A8i9yQZCX8EB (https://youtube.com/@devontaylorauthor?si=XNZ9A8i9yQZCX8EB) Devontaylorauthor.com #homeschooling #child-lededucation #self-discovery #mentalhealth #challenges #homeschooling #individualneeds #blog #supportivecommunity #patience #thedevontaylorpodcast #jeancarlotavarez #hydieCheung