This week on the pod, I sit down with long-time friend Hannah to unpack her deeply personal journey through homeschooling, neurodivergence, and self-discovery. Growing up in a chaotic Christian homeschool environment with six siblings, Hannah reflects on what worked, what didn’t, and how a lack of structure and support shaped her sense of self-worth. She opens up about entering adulthood feeling unprepared, navigating community college with massive anxiety, and later discovering she’s neurodivergent, a revelation that reframed her entire childhood. Now working in education and pursuing behavioral-tech certification, Hannah shares how therapy, understanding, and self-compassion have helped her rebuild confidence and reclaim her love of learning. This conversation is raw, insightful, and incredibly validating for anyone who felt “behind” growing up homeschooled.
Key Points
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to the Ex Homeschoolers Club
00:32 Childhood Memories and AWANA Days
07:39 Homeschooling and Family Dynamics
12:10 Struggles with Education and Self-Worth
16:23 College Challenges and Career Choices
20:39 Discovering Neurodivergence and Therapy
29:42 Managing Overstimulation
30:30 Dealing with Everyday Frustrations
33:10 Understanding Neurodivergence
37:06 Homeschooling Reflections
43:29 Big Family Dynamics
46:39 Advice for Future Homeschoolers
49:48 Pursuing New Learning Opportunities
53:20 Homeschool Memories
55:45 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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