About this episode

The episode discusses the deeper needs of children that often go unnoticed in parenting, particularly in Christian and homeschool families.

Are you doing all the “right” things as a parent… but still missing what your child truly needs? In this powerful clip, Meeke Addison talks with Dr. Kathy Koch about the deeper needs of children that often go unnoticed—especially in Christian and homeschool families. From security and identity to belonging and connection, today’s kids are facing a very different culture than we grew up in. And if we’re not intentional, we can easily fall into “checklist parenting” while overlooking what matters most. This conversation is a wake-up call for parents who want to raise children who are not just educated—but grounded, secure, and strong in the Lord. You’ll be challenged to: Move beyond “box-checking” parenting Build true security and trust with your child Speak into your child’s identity with intention Prioritize spiritual formation over academics Stay present and engaged in a distracted world If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I really meeting my child’s deepest needs?” —this is for you. Ready to join the homeschool revolution? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution for free!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your FREE Homeschool Survival Kit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Kathy Koch

Topics covered

• parenting
• child needs
• homeschooling
• spiritual formation
• checklist parenting

Keywords

• parenting
• homeschool
• child needs
• spiritual formation
• checklist parenting
• identity
• security

Sponsors

Liberty HealthShare

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Schoolhouse Rocked

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