Happy, Holy Mama
Episodes
What to Work on To Drastically Improve Your Homeschool Experience
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most infuriating things moms go through is trying to problem solve without knowing what the actual problem is or what to work on. This is ...
Rooted in Faith, Growing in Knowledge with Maureen Wittmann
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want a chance to win a FREE ticket to this year's Catholic Homeschool Conference?! All you need to do is share the Happy, Holy Mama Podcast with your ...
Helping Your Child Create Their Own Goals AND Reach Them!
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of policing your kid's work, checking on them over and over to make sure they've finished it? Are you tired of struggling with a kiddo w...
I've Decided to Homeschool! Now What?
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are a veteran homeschool, brand new to homeschooling, or considering homeschooling in the near future, today's episode is for you! I have ...
Supporting Relationships Through Cycle Prep with Christina Valenzuela
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about our bodies is a fairly uncomfortable conversation for most people, but when it comes to talking about what's menstrual cycles and even c...
The Vision of the Family with Olivia Spears
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what curriculum writers think about when they are creating the curriculum you use? Ever wanted to get some coffee and pick th...
I'm Afraid They're Going to Be Mad At Me
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ever afraid to say what you'd really prefer to, because you're worried the other person will be mad at you? Maybe it's how you'd prefer to fo...
Masterclass: How to Get More Time Back in Your Day!
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a Catholic homeschooling mama you ARE, factually, very busy! However, if you are FEELING busy, but not feeling PRODUCTIVE, I can help. Las...
How to Lead by Example (Even When You Don't Want To)
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the most infuriating experience to want to do better yourself, but feel like your own behavior is contingent on what someone else does. Especiall...
Productive Waiting
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed what you spend your time on while you wait for something? A doctor's appointment, a child to go to the bat...
Have a More Lifegiving Marriage
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's way too easy to go about your day feeling frustrated about the kids, homeschooling, and the house and then take it out on your hubby the next tim...
What You Lead With
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling (and Time Management are 80% mindset and 20% strategy. You're probably just trying to do it the other way around, which is why it can ...
Manage Your Time Better
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Managing time isn't as hard or mysterious as you're making it out to be. There isn't some magic formula for managing it 'right.' And there isn't a...
You're Doing Better Than You Think You Are with Maddie Dobrowski
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In my life coaching work we practice thinking about what you hope your kids will say about you as their mother and homeschooler, in the future. And th...
Give Up Giving Up For Lent
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you go into Lent thinking maybe this will be the year you'll finally kick some bad habits and make big changes (and maybe lose some weight in th...
Blessed Be God: A Reflection on Redemptive Suffering and My Love Story with God's Holy Will
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week is not just Ash Wednesday, it's not just Valentine's Day, it's also the100th episode of the Happy, Holy Mama Podcast, AND February 14th is a...
Mom's Office Hours
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you were a teacher in a brick-and-mortar school or professor in college you would have designated time when you would prep your day, prepare the re...
Turn Cleaning into a Holy Hour
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you confess not making enough time for prayer? Or lose your cool around the state of your home? Not look up when your kids are talking t...
How to Stop Getting Stuck in the Past
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you feel embarassed by, ashamed, or resentful of by your past? Have you ever noticed how your behavior changes here and now when your tho...
How to Think on Purpose
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why you have a hard time letting something go? For example you have at thought like: I can't get anything done! And then suddenly you se...
Six Essential Skills for Catholic Homeschool Moms
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you were a teacher in a brick-and-mortar school, then you would be required to take classes on a regular basis to continue your education, grow an...
How to Step Into Possibility
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you using the past as evidence for what's possible in your future? Do you self-sabotage your New Year's resolution and quit in the first few week...
Resting with Mary in the Manger
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you find yourself getting bogged down in the to-dos, attitudes of kids, and starting to feel disconnected to the true meaning of Christmas, then I'...
Joyful Self-Sacrifice
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does it feel like there's a tension inside of you between being self-sacrificing, 'offering up' your suffering and self-care? Like maybe those two thi...
Taking a Christmas Break When You Feel Behind!
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Because I have met SO many women on Consult Calls who tell me on that they worked right up to Christmas and then went back to school immediately after...
How to Have the Perfect Christmas
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we all intellectually know that our Christmas won't be perfect, somewhere inside most of us are still striving for a version of perfect. We wa...
Becoming a Creative Problem Solver
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the reasons you feel overwhelmed and bogged down with a million decisions each day is because you're not giving your brain enough space to thin...
Feeling Grateful When Things Are Painful
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Thanksgiving week here in the US and this can feel like the beginning of a needlessly busy season. It's so hard to feel grateful, peaceful, sat...
Healing Your Mind, Body, and Soul with Rita Johnson
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you one of the MANY mamas struggling with feeling tired all day, going for that afternoon cup of coffee to keep going, and mamas struggling with s...
Stop Doing THIS for Better Communication
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Communication not your strong suit? Do you get frozen and tongue-tied when your kids ask you a million questions? People please and say Yes to everyth...
Sneaky Fear
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you don't consider yourself a 'fearful' person, there might be ways that fear is sneaking into your life and you're just not aware of it's pre...
How to Stop Doing EVERYTHING
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Washing dishes through hidden, bitter tears is not how you want to end the day. However, since it's the only moment you get to yourself you take you...
This Before That
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If we could just get our work done, THEN we could take a break. THEN we could get something done. THEN I can breathe and maybe even enjoy my kids. But...
It's Going to Be Okay with Phillip Campbell
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you worry about your kid's lack of motivation? Have a rambunctious teenager who has passions, but no goals? Worry that they won't end up where they...
Tips for Establishing (and tweaking) Homeschool Routines
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're fairly early on in the school year, which is about when most homeschool moms start to question the plans they started off with. Or maybe you're ...
How to Create a Culture of Gratitude
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you get frustrated when your kids don't say thank you or when they expect things to appear as if out of nowhere? Do you find yourself feeling sad, ...
Being More Productive with Kelsey Pasquarell
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does it feel like your mood, worth, and even your value is tied up in how productive you are? Like if you could just get more done, then you would fin...
Why Trust Feels So Hard
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If it felt easier (not that it was easy, but maybe easier than it feels right now) to homeschool when they were little and now it's feeling hard beca...
My Best Curriculum Tips
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the beginning of a new school year and I cannot tell you how many times I get asked: I'm thinking about homeschooling this year, what curriculum ...
How To Have a Marriage You Look Forward To
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been another long homeschool day and you're looking forward to when your husband is done with work so you can get a break. After a quick rundown ...
Who Before How: Planning Week 2023 Recap
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week was Planning Week inside the Happy, Holy Mama Membership and there was SO much goodness that I wanted to share it ALL with you on the podcas...
How to Fight Fair
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about holding grudges. Here are a few symptoms that can let you know if you are a grudge holder: The feeling of annoyance, irritation, or...
When Kids Fight
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
[First Name], Just a few short years ago, when my kids would fight, it would send me through the roof. I hated hearing them fight. It felt like it...
Defining Success
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When your kids don't produce the grades or the effort in your homeschool that you'd like them to, what do you make that mean? Does it send you into a ...
How to Enjoy Homeschooling With Littles
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am speaking to all the mamas who have littles at home. And even if you don't anymore, I promise that what I say today will speak to you in som...
When Your Teen Doesn't Want to Talk
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your teen just stares blankly at you, gives you a one word grunt response, and looks generally disinterested in his own life and you want to absolutel...
Values Based Parenting Your Teens with Ben Pugh
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered HOW to have a better relationship with your teenager? Or do the teen years scare you and you're not sure if you want to do th...
How to Recover from a Bad Day
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all had rotten days where we've spent more time demanding, yelling, and overreacting than we would care to admit. Too often mamas want to just...
Creating Healthy Boundaries
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are two main reasons you might not have healthy boundaries right now. One is because you're trying to create them during a painful or unpleasan...
How to Have Self Confidence
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Self-Confidence is one of the most illusive feelings for women, but I would argue even more so for homeschool moms. We're confident that we can change...
Putting Your Life In Right Order
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling drained, overwhelmed, and defeated are all symptoms of trying to live your life out of right order. It's no wonder you feel that way when yo...
Do Summer Better
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're used to feeling like you need a summer vacation from your summer vacation, today's episode is just for you. Today I'm talking about how to d...
Feeling Behind
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling behind is one of the MOST common topics that I coach on, because mamas all over are believing a story that they are not where they should be. ...
Working from Home While Homeschooling with Sterling Jaquith
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel called to start a business or take a "Jobby" (business that's maybe more of a hobby) to the next level? I have invited my good friend, Ste...
Giving Yourself Grace
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I have a confession to make: the popular Catholic Christian phrase, "I'm giving myself grace," used to really bug me. I kept using the phrase - and...
I Shouldn't Have to Remind Them
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sure my kids still have moments where they flat out ignore me. Yes, they don't necessarily 'hop to' when mom asks them to get back to their school wor...
5 Tips for the New Homeschool Mama
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The advice I offer to new moms is not your typical advice. Yes, I have a TON of homeschooling and time management strategies to help make your life s...
How to Ask for What You Want
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are we afraid of asking for what we want? Whether it's asking kids to do their chores or school work, asking friends to help shuttle your kid...
What is Life Coaching?
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever been curious what life coaching is, what it's like to be coached, and how it's different from therapy and counseling, this podcast epis...
Making Time For God
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Easter, Alleluia! He is Risen!!! Something I hear in almost every one of my Consult Calls with perspective clients is that they desperately want...
What does Done look like?
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If the weather has historically dictated the end of your school year, but you'd rather end it intentionally instead, this episode is for you!I hear fr...
Feeling Trapped
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with guilt for leaving the kids at home to do something for yourself? Or just go grocery shopping in peace? If taking a break during...
Interview with Your Future Self and Maureen Wittmann
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 1 Year Anniversary of the Happy, Holy Mama Podcast! Today Emily is joined by co-founder of Homeschool Connections, Maureen Wittmann! A vetran ho...
How to Have Peace with Chores
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here, the long awaited podcast on CHORES! In this episode is jam packed, so grab a pencil and paper! Emily walks you through the lesson...
Living a Sabbath Life with David Nekrutman
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a fabulous conversation with David Nekrutman, founder of Biblical Excavations, a curriculum for Christian homeschoolers to understa...
Bedtime Routine for Mom
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you trying to fit an entire day's worth of tasks in before your head hits the pillow? If so, listen up, because in this episode Emily will walk yo...
All You Need For Lent
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lent is here and many Catholic moms are tempted give up everything! Sugar! Social media! Video Games! TV! Oh wait, not all of those are ours to give u...
Unconditional Love and Its Role in Suffering
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are someone who worries a lot, feels scattered from trying to do too many things and not getting enough done, and/or beats yourself up for your...
How to Create a Doable Schedule
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm walking you through the 5th Day of Reset Your Homeschool Week inside the Happy, Holy Mama Membership where we started creating doable schedu...
Learning How to Be a Confident Decision Maker
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Emily explains why the current way you think about the decisions you want to make is keeping you stuck in indecision and confusion....
3 Simple Steps to Effectively Evaluating
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't evaluated your home or homeschooling in a while, then it's time to bring all of that out into the light! In today's episode Emily wal...
My Favorite 3 Self Coaching Questions
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Emily helps you understand emotions on a deeper level and how being more intimately aware of what they feel like in your body can h...
Feeling Burnt Out on Homeschooling
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are tired, exhausted even, after the holidays and not sure you are up for more this January, you're going to want to listen to this episode. To...
When Noise Feels Painful
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to reach your goals to pray more, because of distractions like visual clutter or loud noise? If so, you'll want to tune into this epis...
How to Make Real Change
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You don't have a YOU problem, you have a THOUGHT problem. Your brain offers you thoughts and you don't question their truth, which has you spinning ...
Magnifying Peace
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Emily talks about having peace on the journey, because how you walk the path is how you arrive at the destination. She walks you th...
How to Deal with Difficult People
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have difficult people in our lives. Children with behavioral issues and/or diagnosis. A husband who comes home tired and grouchy. The lady ...
Part 2, Interview with a Homeschool Mom
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is the second half of the interview Emily did with Krystal, one of the members of the Happy, Holy Mama Membership! You will hear Kryst...
Interview with a Homeschool Mom, Part 1
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this incredible conversation with one of the Happy, Holy Mama members, Emily deep dives into how this mama went from being a chemical engineer to h...
How to Have Less Stress This Thanksgiving!
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are stressing out about hosting, or being a guest, this week for Thanksgiving (or any other occassion), then you need to listen to this episode...
The Best Emotion for Learning
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily shares a couple of stories about her experience at mass with littles, boundaries she learned how to set that helps create amazin...
The Hidden Life of a Homeschool Mom
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish someone, anyone, would acknowledge the hard work you put in? Do you feel guilty about wanting that acknowledgement? In this episode Emily ta...
How to Feel Better Right Now
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling disappointed? Discouraged? Frustrated? Overwhelmed? Whatever your top emotion is today doesn't have to be the emotion you go to bed wi...
Interview with a Homeschool Husband
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what your husband REALLY thinks about the homeschooling work you do, your homemaking, and what he wants you to know deep down a...
Homeschool Mom Friendships
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are isolated from other people or just head down in the busyness of life, mom friendships are tough. Add in homeschooling and it can be ex...
Throw the To-Do List Away
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your to-do list making you feel overwhelmed, defeated, and discouraged? Is it limiting you rather than helping you live to fullest life? In this ep...
Let Them Take Ownership
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You want your teens and tweens to start taking owership of their own education, but you have no idea how to do that because you're too afaid of failur...
When to Make a Change
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily addresses that urge you feel when your child isn't responding to their assignments the way you'd like them to and you think maki...
Three Essentials of Catholic Homeschooling
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are new to homeschooling or are a seasoned veteran, by the time late September rolls around, you might be starting to run out of creative ...
What if they fall behind?
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your child's lack of motivation and distractibility drives you bananas because it feels like they are falling behind, jeopardizing their future, and w...
Catholic Homeschool Mindset
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling isn't the goal. In this episode Emily shares what the actual goal is for a Catholic homeschool mom and walks listeners through a simple ...
How to Balance Home and Homeschooling
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily walks you through the steps to take your to-do list from being overwhelming to being doable. When you learn how to effectively p...
How to be Consistent
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily explains why you are not being consistent and what to do about it. She gives you some practical ways to manage expectations, hon...
How to Start Managing Your Mind
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily talks about the two main components of managing your mind, how to know if you need to start managing your mind, and how simple s...
How to be a Fearless Mama
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emily shares what she's truly afraid of as well as practical steps to help you calm down your fears and your overwhelm, so that you can truly hear God...
You are the perfect mom for these kids
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this short but sweet and powerful episode, Emily shares the moment she knew that she was the perfect mother and homeschool mother for her children....
Following the Peace with Stephanie Clarrise
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a fabulous conversation with Stephanie Clarisse, host of the 500 Seconds to Joy Podcast! Stephanie vulnerably shares some of the li...
Pray More Than You Plan
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Allow the Holy Spirit to alight on you the wisdom that He desires you to have, and the plans He wants you to implement by praying more than you plan. ...
Planning for Peace
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Emily discusses the goals and feelings we want to achieve by planning our homeschool year and often we think it requires the perfect p...
The Attack on Motherhood
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motherhood is under attack right now. Mom sets the tone in the home, so who else would be better to isolate from the family and make them feel trapped...