Hormones, Homeschooling, and Hope

Hormones, Homeschooling, and Hope

From Happy, Holy Mama by Emily Brown

April 6, 2026 · 46 min · Season 1 · Episode 212

About this episode

Emily Brown and guest Elissa Miller discuss the impact of hormonal cycles on parenting and homeschooling.

Have you ever felt like you're a completely different mom depending on the day? One day patient and present… The next day overwhelmed, overstimulated, and wondering what's wrong with you? Here's the thing: nothing is wrong with you. Today, I'm joined by Elissa Miller, Catholic homeschool mom and hormone coach, and we're talking about something that so many of us experience… but rarely understand: our cycles. We're making sense of: Why your energy shifts from day to day. Why your emotions feel different week to week. Why homeschooling can feel easy one day…and impossible the next. And instead of fighting your body, what if you could actually work with it? We talk about: The 4 "genius phases" of your cycle (yes—even your period has a purpose) How your hormones impact your thoughts, patience, and reactions Simple, practical ways to align your homeschool with your energy And how to stop beating yourself up for being human Because you're not inconsistent. You're not broken. And you're not failing. You're beautifully designed. When you start to understand your body, then you can show up with more peace, more compassion, and more grace for yourself and your family. Grab your earbuds and…

People in this episode

Host: Emily Brown

Guest: Elissa Miller

Topics covered

  • hormones
  • homeschooling
  • parenting
  • self-improvement
  • emotional well-being

Keywords

  • hormones
  • homeschooling
  • cycles
  • parenting
  • energy shifts
  • emotions
  • self-compassion

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Organizations: Happy, Holy Mama

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