Why We Chose to Homeschool: Pt. 1
If you had told me ten years ago that I’d be homeschooling my kids, I would have laughed. As a former educator, I believed in public school—but when my daughter was bored, my son was struggling, and screens were replacing real learning, we knew something had to change. Homeschooling wasn’t the plan, but it’s given us the freedom to nurture their curiosity, tailor their education, and prioritize what truly matters to our family. It’s not always easy, but it’s a decision we’ve never regretted.
While replying to a few comments on one of my recent posts, I found myself reflecting on a quote from an old Hidden Brain episode: “Screaming Into a Void.” It hit me all over again—because my laundry room, of all things, has become the latest lightning rod for internet outrage. What started as a post about home design turned into a conversation about performative backlash, public perception, and the strange space we all occupy on social media. Here's what I’ve learned, how I process it, and why I’ll keep showing up anyway.