Waldorf Essentials
Episodes
328. { Auriel's Light } Building a Rhythmic Year Planning a Family Study
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 Available in the Candle MembershipCandle Access: Full Length Podcast Library + Gathering Replays https://www.aurielslight.org/donateLe...
327. { Auriel's Light } Stillness
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerAuriel's Light Gathering Calendarhttps://www.aurielslight.org/calendar Learn more about our Waldor...
326. { Auriel's Light } In the Thick of It
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about Auriel's Lighthttps://www.aurielslight.org
325. { Auriel's Light } Live Recording Replay - Melisa at the Michaelmas Festival and Conference
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there wil...
324. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Homeschooling 101
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.waldorfessentials.com/
323. { Auriel's Light } Coming Soon Update!
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about what's coming soon and register to join:https://www.aurielslight.org/Michaelmas Festival and Conference Details:https://www.waldorfes...
322. { Auriel's Light } Homeschool Planning Tip - Just Start!
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there wil...
321. { Auriel's Light } State Programs for Homeschoolers
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HSLDA - Advocates for Homeschooling https://hslda.org/States that offer funding : https://www.seasonsofseven.com/blog/states-that-pay-for-homesch...
320. { Auriel's Light } The Perfect Home
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there wil...
319. { Auriel's Light } Child Estrangement
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there wil...
318. { Auriel's Light } Homeschooling Socialization and Time for Mom
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there wil...
317. { Auriel's Light } Keeping (or Recovering) Wonder with Teens
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cassette Playerhttps://www.wearerewind.com/ Temperament Playlist: HERE Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to...
316. { Aurie's Light } What Is Your Priority When You Are a Homeschool Family?
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Link to join the live Planning for Peace Calls HERE
315. {Auriel's Light } Why You Should Switch to Waldorf and How to Navigate Coming Late
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Full podcast available here: Candle Access: Full Length Podcast Library + Gathering Replays https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Other Videos Reference...
314. { Auriel's Light } Peaceful Foundations Feature
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN HERE: https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar Welcome to your Peaceful Foundation! This is NOT a parenting program, it is a blueprint. We wi...
313. { Auriel's Light } A Reason, A Season, A Lifetime: When Mom Friendships End
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum and Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Learn more about Seasons...
312. { Auriel's Light } Homeschool Families This One is for Dad
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This one is for you to watch with your partner, send to your partner, ex partner and even family so everyone can work together as a team!Every child s...
311. { Auriel's Light } Expectations for Middle Schoolers
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our Candle Access to listen to the full podcast here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Every child should have access to a whole educat...
310. { Auriel's Light ) 2024 Auriel's Light Gathering Round Up
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been curious about our free live gatherings? Here's a glimpse of what was covered in 2024. To access the replays visit: https:/...
309. { Auriel's Light } For Business Owners, Homeschoolers, Parents and Partners!
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Event Sign Up Here: https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar Candle Access Here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Learn more about our W...
308. { Auriel's Light } 6 Tips for Parents for the Holiday Season
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
1. What Gift Will You Give Yourself 2. Non Toxic Holidays 3. How to Navigate the Last Two Weeks of December 4. Inner Work for Your Holidays&nbs...
307. { Auriel's Light } Parenting Perspectives Part 1: Life as a Single Mom
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about Steiner's Backwards Review: https://rsarchive.org/Practice/Backward_Review.html Podcast with: Melisa Nielsen, Auriel's Light Founders...
306. { Auriel's Light } Rhythm Reboot
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit. Every child should have access to a whole education. While we w...
305. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Grade Placement
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit. Every child should have access to a whole education. Whil...
304. { Auriel's Light } Regaining Your Rhythm
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Resources: Thinking, Feeling, Willing monthly membership and Curriculum Resources https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Master your Peaceful Bedtime...
303. { Auriel's Light ) High School Planning for Waldorf Homeschooling
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Book Recommendations: Rhythms of Learning: What Waldorf Education Offers Children, Parents & Teachers Between Form and Freedom: A Practical Guide ...
302. { Auriel's Light } Planning Your Middle School Homeschool Content for Waldorf Homeschooling
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Detail Planning Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUtqXjA39yD2evLRRCXk1Y0UKX75WOPJA If you found this content helpful please consider ma...
301. { Auriel's Light } Susan Perrow ‘Story Medicine'
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Susan’s genre is ‘story medicine’. She writes therapeutic stories for all kinds of challenging situations for all ages - from individual to comm...
300. { Auriel's Light } Interview with That Calm Mom
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Maher https://www.thatcalmmom.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatcalmmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatcalmmom/ Is t...
299. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Waldorf Homeschool Planning
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Planning for Early Childhood and Kindergarten Waldorf Homeschooling HERE Detailed Planning for First Grade/Waldorf Grade 1 Homeschooling HERE...
298. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Planning for First Grade/Waldorf Grade 1 Homeschooling
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store ABC Cards available here: https://www.waldorfessential...
297. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Planning for Early Childhood and Kindergarten Waldorf Homeschooling
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit. Every child should have access to a whole education. Whil...
296. {Auriel's Light } Tips for Homeschooling the Middle and High School Years
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rhythms of Learning by Trostli https://amzn.to/3QPhaR4 Rudolf Steiner's Curriculum for Waldorf Schools by Karl Stockmeyer https://amzn.to/44ISVtw The ...
295. { Auriel's Light } Virtual Waldorf Homeschool Lessons
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ms. Jaia shares: Her experience of working virtually and in a brick n' mortar. The benefits of a virtual classroom. How she reaches the students...
294. Save Guilt for Sin
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to "save guilt for sin." As a parent we are going to mess up. Go apologize and do better nex...
293. Feminine Aspects of the Waldorf Curriculum
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares a topic that is often brought up in Waldorf Groups. Feminine aspects of the curriculum. - It's...
292. { Auriel's Light } Melisa's Health Journey
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waldorf Essentialshttps://www.waldorfessentials.com/Seasons of Seven Virtual School https://www.seasonsofseven.com/If you found this content help...
291. Homeschooling Without Burn Out
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials takes on a big topic today! You're going to want paper and pen to take notes. - 80/20 ...
290. From Struggle to Peace
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials supports you in your - Parenting - Partnering - Homeschooling - and most importantly in your inner w...
289. I See You and I'm Here to Help With Homeschooling, Parenting and Partnering
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, I'm Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials I'm here to match my energy to your effort. Let's get you to the space you want to be in for your ...
288. Cultivating Quiet Time
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials answers the question most families have. "How do you create daily quiet time?" - Rhythm is key, when you are cons...
287. The Progression of Writing in Your Waldorf Homeschooling
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials guides us through the progression of writing in Waldorf Homeschooling. This is a much different approach than oth...
286. { Auriel's Light } End of Year Homeschool Tip to Enjoy This Time
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, Melisa knows the difference between the Roman Colosseum and the Parthenon..... Learn more about Planning for Peace https://www.waldor...
285. I Have Bad Days
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials received the question: "You must never have bad days?" She does, and this is how she navigates them. Waldor...
284. Thinking, Feeling, Willing
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way. Melisa inspires you ...
283. Adjusting As They Get Older in Your Parenting and Homeschooling
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials helps you honor the signs that the child does grow up and we need to adjust with them. - When they a...
282. Having Difficult Conversations
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares a hard topic today. - Having a difficult conversations. - Age appropriate conversations. ...
281. F.A.Q. Teens
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your headphones for this episode. Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials tackles a big topic today. Teenagers - Phones - Monitoring phones - ...
280. { Auriel's Light } Working and Homeschooling
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 Available here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum and Planning for Peace here: https...
279. Making Friends
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares: - Making Mom Friend Tips - Navigating Friends for Your Child - Co Op Friends - Play Dates - Park Meet Ups...
278. It's Hard, Make Something Happen Today
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials asks you a hard question: "Will you be an object or an agent?" - Melisa shares an experience in her life t...
277. The Path to Reading
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A common concern among homeschooling parents is teaching your child to read. In this video, Melisa discusses how Waldorf education teache...
276. Lead by Council
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials explains what it means to lead by council. - What is a family meeting - How do you start a fa...
275. Living Your Goals
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares her story of living her goals. This is an old story that is dear to their heart and will inspire you...
274. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Homeschool Math Tip
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about our Waldorf Essentials Curriculum and Parenting Resources HERE https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Don't you want an amazing homeschoo...
273. How to Support A Homeschool Family
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen with Waldorf Essentials invites you: 1. If you are a homeschool family - a video offering for you to send to friends and family ...
272. Getting Out of Management Mom Mode
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials challenges you to catch yourself and get out of Management Mom Mode. - Are you checking out without ...
271. A Visit with Super Sam
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Super Sam Join's Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials today to share the first story from Super Sam's Adventures. For more Super Sam stories vis...
270. Teaching History Through Biography
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen with Waldorf Essentials walks you through what Waldorf homeschooling history looks like. - When does teaching history begin? - Wh...
269. How is Your Weekend Rhythm?
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials inspires you to experience how your family rhythm is tied to you. In this video she specifically chats ab...
268. { Auriel's Light } Peaceful Parenting in 2024
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our podcast is available in our Candle Access HERE: https://www.aurielslight.org/offers/o... Browse our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum HERE: ...
267. Temperament and Play + Get Out of Management Mom Mode
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses today on: - Temperament and play at co op time - Reminders of co op guidelines ...
266. Temperament in Your Parenting and Homeschooling Lesson
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials has an entire playlist dedicated to discovering your temperament. LINK HERE This video focuses on t...
265. Slow Down
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a great reminder for every parent to slow down and be more mindful of all the things you say yes to that fill your calendar and ...
264. Why Isn't It Ok to Be a Melancholic?
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials often hears clients say "please don't tell me I'm a melancholic!". What is wrong with being a melanc...
263. The Progression of Reading in Waldorf Homeschooling
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses on the progression of reading. The Waldorf way of reading is much different: - Letter...
262. { Auriel's Light } Gain Confidence for your Waldorf Homeschooling Middle and High School Years
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling intimidated for homeschooling your child as they get older and enter Middle and High School? This podcast is for you! You'll gain conf...
261. No Stress Circle Time
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials is here to help you with your circle time. - Younger children. - Older children. - Whe...
260. How Do You Do It All?
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials - Runs a business - Homeschools - Parents - Partners - Practices self care - Practices her own ...
259. Study Guide Book Recommendations
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to continue your studying as an adult. When you read Steiner's work you connect more with the curr...
258. Cultivating a Love for Learning
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials walks you through how to cultivate a love for learning. - What to do when they are young. - Keeping it age...
257. Communication
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses today on communication. - Text Messages - Emails - Social Media - With Your Partner - ...
256. Which Will You Be?
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials challenges you to ask yourself: "Which will you be, an agent or an object?" She also supports you in your ...
255. Handwork Ideas for Younger Ones in a Waldorf Home
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares ideas for handwork and younger ones. Often siblings or the younger child see's you doing handwork and want...
254. Watching the News and Kids
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen encourages you to be mindful with the news and children. She shares her experience with her children and discusses different ages...
253. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Main Lesson Blocks and Incorporating Waldorf into Your Homeschooling
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actual Rhythm Chart Available HERE: https://www.dropbox.com/s/qm9o7aa1e41fxk6/actual%20rhythm.pdf?dl=0 Full Video Podcast with an exclusive on ...
252. Creating the Life of Your Dreams
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares her life experience with creating the life of your dreams. Melisa and Erik Nielsen had been visiting...
251. Coping with Loss
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares personal stories and guidance for this very hard topic of coping with loss. Book mentioned: Healing...
250. Agent or Object
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to decide: "Are you an agent or and Object?" - Melisa shares a personal story of how this came to ...
249. How is Your Smart Phone Usage?
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials brings up two challenges for you today. 1. Is your partner's smart phone usage the problem or yours? 2. How much...
248. The Child at 18
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Child at 18 is a part of Melisa Nielsen's series of the child every 3 years. The 18 year old, you need a plan. - Are they going to college? - Taki...
247. { Auriel's Light } Mid Year Review
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about our Waldorf Essentials Curriculum and Parenting Resources at https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Don't you want an amazing homeschool ...
246. The Child at 15
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses on the 15 year old today in her series "The Child at ___". The 15 year old is similar to the 9 year old ...
245. The Art Lesson in Your Waldorf Homeschooling
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses specifically on the art lesson to help you have confidence in your Waldorf homeschooling. - The a...
244. Planning with Multiple Children
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials helps you learn how to plan your Waldorf homeschooling with multiple children. She has personal experience ...
243. The Child at 12
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials continues the series of "The Child At __". Today's focus is the 12 year old. Big ...
242. { Auriel's Light } Interviewing Season of Seven Families
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You will love this interview with four different families to learn how they use our Seasons of Seven program to meet their families needs. Learn...
241. How We Get Movement in Our Day
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen as Melisa discusses the importance of movement and how to incorporate more of it into your days. In this video you will learn: -Wh...
240. FAQ About Homeschooling and Keeping Records
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares today about a common question when it comes to not only Waldorf Homeschooling but Homeschooling in general...
239. The Child at 9
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses on the child at 9 today. Melisa has been guiding us through a series of the changes that happen eve...
238. History Progression in the Waldorf Homeschooling Curriculum
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials takes us on a brief walk through the history progression of the Waldorf Homeschooling Curriculum. The histo...
237. { Auriel's Light } Public Speaking
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When is Public Speaking Taught? 10th Grade Melisa and Erik Nielsen share how they have taught Public Speaking in their homeschooling and at Seas...
236. The Child at 6
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials is focusing on the child at 6 today. This is a series of the child at various ages and the common changes ...
235. The Pre Schooler
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses on the pre schooler in your Waldorf Homeschooling. The Two Big Questions: - "What do you do for Wal...
234. Holding the Space with Media in Mind
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa and Erik Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focus on holding the space when it comes to media. Melisa and Erik look a little deeper tha...
233. Waldorf Pure
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials answers the question "What is Waldorf Pure?". The answer to this question can have many diffe...
232. The Child at 3
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials is focusing on one change at a time. First up, the child at three. Which is often over looked. Resources Shared ...
231. { Auriel's Light } Preparing for the Holidays
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Resource Library Auriel's Light FREE Gathering Calendar https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar First Chapter of Our Yuletide Mystery HERE...
230. Splitting the Year
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A frequently asked question "splitting the year". Do you have a child with a Spring Birthday? This video is for you. You can also find us ...
229. The Child at ____ Series
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been around for a bit with the Waldorf Philosophy you have probably heard about the different changes with ages. Melisa Nielsen at Wal...