In this heartfelt conversation, Monica Zerwas shares her journey of motherhood, faith, and the decision to homeschool her four daughters.

She discusses the challenges of transitioning from a corporate career to a life rooted in family and faith, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and contentment in a consumer-driven society.

Monica reflects on how Hurricane Harvey shifted her values, why she stopped wearing makeup, and how she’s teaching her daughters contentment, self-worth, and the power of delayed gratification.

Takeaways

• Monica's journey from corporate success to homeschooling was guided by faith.
• The importance of family meals and quality time in parenting.
• Materialism can lead to dissatisfaction and a false sense of success.
• Teaching children about contentment is crucial in today's consumer culture.
• Experiences are more valuable than material possessions for children.
• The decision to stop wearing makeup was a journey of self-acceptance.
• Conversations about beauty standards are essential for raising confident daughters.
• Living simply can lead to a more fulfilling life.
• The impact of Hurricane Harvey reshaped Monica's understanding of what truly matters.
• It's important to challenge societal norms and expectations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Family Life and Homeschooling

02:52 Faith Journey and the Call to Homeschool

05:54 The Shift from Corporate to Homeschooling

09:04 Living Simply: A Counter-Cultural Choice

11:54 The Impact of Materialism and Consumerism

14:49 Teaching Contentment and Delayed Gratification

17:55 The Decision to Stop Wearing Makeup

21:00 Conversations on Beauty and Self-Acceptance

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