Waldorf Essentials
Episodes
67. Meditation for the Family from Melisa Nielsen
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you meditate? Have you been trying to get your kids to join you? Melisa shares a family meditation you can practice daily. Share this meditation wi...
66. It's Ok to Say "I Can't Teach Today." Melisa Nielsen
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa shares why it is ok to say "I Can't Teach Today." And why it's actually better to do that when you are feeling off then pushing through and hav...
65. Meeting the Gifted Child When You Are Homeschooling Melisa Nielsen
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa shares her experience with her children for the gifted/special needs child. Often families feel Waldorf will not be right for them with a speci...
64. Three Tips from Erik and Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tip 1 - Dad Interviews, they are important whether you homeschool or not. Want to start one? Tip 2 - You don't have to do something just because every...
63. Keeping Magic Alive with Younger and Older Kids in Your Homeschooling from Melisa Nielsen
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling the younger years and homeschooling the older years are much different. Melisa shares tips to help keep the magic of Waldorf homeschooli...
62. Waldorf for You and Your Partner with Erik and Melisa Nielsen
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a great duo interview from Erik and Melisa Nielsen. Grab your partner and tune in. Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a big feat to take on. ...
61. Grade Placement for Waldorf Homeschooling with Waldorf Essentials
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen shares how to decide what grade to place your child in when you are a Waldorf Homeschooling family. Grade placement is much different i...
60. Chores with Multiple Children by Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Curious what age your child can help out with chores? Curious how to navigate chores and multiple children? Melisa has the answers for you. Melisa is ...
59. Did You Lose Your Cool? Melisa Nielsen has a Tip to Get You Back On Track
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It happens to us all. Did you lose your cool? Did you forget to set your intentions? Maybe you got up and things started on the wrong foot. You can re...
58. Creating a Dad Interview with Erik and Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Erik and Melisa share their experience of having a partner interview. They share how to start one and all the options. Partner interviews are importan...
57. Why Quiet Solitude is Important for the Entire Family with Melisa Nielsen
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamins for the soul. Melisa shares why quiet solitude is important for everyone. Yourself and your kids! She also shares: - Navigating activités - ...
56. Fall Waldorf Festivals Melisa Nielsen
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's chat about Michaelmas Septemner 29th Halloween October 31st All Hallows Day November 1st Martinmas November 11th Melisa shares her person family...
55. Holding the Space When You Are Homeschooling Multiple Children with Melisa Nielsen
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate homeschooling multiple children and holding the space? Melisa shares tips for holding the space for each child, connecting with ea...
53. Media Usage Interview for Waldorf Homeschoolers and Parents with Erik Nielsen
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials answers common media questions and shares his experience being a parent and Waldorf homeschooler. Media is a big ...
52. New to Waldorf? This Podcast is for You from Melisa Nielsen
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're new to Waldorf Homeschooling. This is the place to begin. Melisa provides you with all the tools and support you need to get started with yo...
51. Bedtime with Multiple Ages Melisa Nielsen's Experience
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate bedtime with kids and multiple ages? Melisa share's her experience with dinner time and the run way to bedtime. She also shares ho...
50. Involving Your Partner in your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa and Erik Nielsen
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen has experience Waldorf homeschooling solo and Waldorf homeschooling with her partners help. Together Melisa and Erik share common situa...
49. When Life Throws You a Curve Ball with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa shares how she has navigated life curve balls and the tools she used before and during. Maybe you are having a new baby soon or maybe something...
48. Younger Kids During Waldorf Main Lesson Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials, specifically talks about options for younger kids during your main lesson and how to navigate having multiple ...
47. Thinking Feeling Willing Blessing from Waldorf Essentials
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are blessed to have helped all the families that we have. Please help us bless more families by sharing this video with your friends. Have the home...
46. How to Get Kids to Enjoy Lesson Time with Melisa Nielsen
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have all had those days where the homeschool lesson feels like a struggle. Melisa shares tips she has used on her homeschooling journey with her ki...
45. Why You Want to do Prop Drawings Before Your Main Lesson in Waldorf Homeschooling
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you made the prop, what now? How does that translate into the main lesson? How do you do it with them? I’ve got you covered! Revealing my secrets...
44. Waldorf for Your Partner and You with Melisa and Erik Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We also have a podcast on all platforms ( Waldorf Essentials ) if you love it, please leave us a review. We love hearing how sharing our stories has h...
43. Parenting Tips for When You Find Yourself Yelling from Melisa Nielsen
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting is an adventure challenging and also the best time of your life. If you are finding yourself yelling. Melisa shares her personal experience ...
42. Why It's Important for Dads to do the Inner Work for Homeschooling and Parenting Erik Nielsen
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Nielsen inspires you to take the time and do the inner work Dad's. The inner work may not seem important but it helps in those moments of questio...
41. Preparing for your Michaelmas Festival with Melisa Nielsen
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa at Waldorf Essentials has created an amazing resource to get you started on your Michaelmas Festival planning. Traditional Waldorf Verse Story ...
40. How to Navigate Intrusive Thoughts in Your Meditation Practice with Melisa Nielsen
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you meditate?Melisa shares how she has learned to navigate intrusive thoughts during her daily meditation. Meditation is always time well spen...
39. Waldorf Homeschooling with Waldorf Essentials for Your Partner
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Need help explaining all the things Waldorf Homeschooling to your partner? We have you covered. Plus we offer lots of support and office hours where y...
38. How to Write Your Own Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum with Melisa Nielsen
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa shares her experience with Waldorf homeschooling. How she got started, the tools she used to how she began writing her own curriculum and creat...
37. Homeschool Curriculum By Homeschoolers for Homeschoolers with Melisa Nielsen
03 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschool curriculum written by homeschoolers for homeschoolers. How can you provide a homeschool curriculum when you have never experienced it yours...
36. Should You Homeschool Multiple Children Together with Melisa Nielsen
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A common question is "I have a lot of children, should I homeschool them together?" It can feel overwhelming having multiple children and trying to de...
35. Waldorf Dad's Come Together to Answer the Top Questions They Have Been Asked
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials...
34. Know Thyself with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
27 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Come learn what's included in Waldorf Essential's Thinking Feeling Willing program, learn about temperament from Melisa Nielsen and get a peek of what...
33. Planning the Lively Waldorf Homeschool Lesson with Melisa and Erik Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Waldorf Homeschooling is about lively lessons. To create lively Waldorf lessons you have to PLAN. Melisa and Erik share their experience with planning...
32. Temperament at Gatherings for Waldorf Homeschoolers with Melisa Nielsen
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Not looking forward to the next gathering of friends or family because you are often questioned and challenged by others for your decision to Waldorf ...
31. Planning with Temperament in Mind for Your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's special to the Waldorf Essentials Homeschool curriculum? Planning for Peace like you've never seen it before! We are so excited to share with y...
30. Waldorf Rhythm with Virtual Life with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One vital aspect of creating a Waldorf home is to find your rhythm. With so many activities moving virtual, it is easy to fall out of rhythm; but how ...
29. Momentum for Parenting and Waldorf Homeschooling Cultivate more Joy with Melisa Nielsen
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Momentum, can move forward in a positive or negative way. Get momentum behind it and get it going. Stop yourself when you see stuff going down the neg...
28. The Melancholic Waldorf Temperament with Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their experience with the Melancholic temperament. There are four temperaments Melancholic Sanguine Phlegmatic and Chole...
27. Planning for Middle School in Your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa shares how planning changes from the younger years to the middle school years. She takes you through her planing and gives you examples to put ...
26. Rhythm After Traveling, How to Get Back at Your Rhythm with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Traveling is important for a lot of families. Melisa shares how she travels and what she does to keep her rhythm going as she returns home from a trip...
25. Management Mom Mode with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Management Mom Mode Catch yourself when you're in management mode and not feeling joy in your everyday anymore. Try this tip from Melisa Nielsen. http...
24. The Phlegmatic Waldorf Temperament Deep Dive with Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are four Waldorf Temperaments Choleric Sanguine Melancholic and Phlegmatic In this video Melisa Nielsen shares about the Phlegmatic temperament ...
23. Planning for Peace Planner for Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning for Peace has a fresh look as of 2022 The last Waldorf homeschool planner you will ever need. What makes The Waldorf Essentials curriculum sp...
22. Rhythm is the Foundation to your Waldorf Homeschooling and Parenting with Melisa Nielsen
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed with your homeschooling and parenting. Have you evaluated your rhythm? Do you kids know what's coming next? Melisa and Erik Nielse...
21. You DON'T Want to Miss Planning for Peace Waldorf Essentials with Melisa Nielsen
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning for Peace 2022 The last Waldorf homeschool planner you will ever need. What makes The Waldorf Essentials curriculum special? The focus on PLA...
20. What Makes Waldorf Essentials Different with Melisa Nielsen
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in and discover what makes Waldorf Essentials different from all the other Waldorf Homeschooling Curriculums. Melisa Nielsen gives you a deeper g...
19. Sanguine Temperament Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are four Waldorf Temperaments: Choleric Sanguine Phlegmatic Melancholic Knowing your temperament as well as your families temperaments can trans...
18. Waldorf Festival Planning with Waldorf Essentials Melisa Nielsen
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Waldorf Essentials curriculum provides you with a list of Waldorf Festivals. In this video, Melisa shares what to do with that list and how to use...
17. Working From Home for Parents Waldorf Homeschooling Rhythm with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The number one question. How do you have one parent work from home and Waldorf Homeschool? Try these tips we have been using for Working and Homeschoo...
16. Waldorf Essentials Top 50 Rated Popular Homeschool Curriculum
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"There are so many homeschooling programs on the market today! Every website recommends its favorite. So, how do you know a top-rated popular homescho...
15. Taking the Time to Study Waldorf Temperament Can Transform Everything Learn How from Melisa Nielsen
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn from Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials how temperament helps us in our parenting, partnering and every relationship we have in life. The firs...
14. Choleric Temperament Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Choleric Sanguine Phlegmatic Melancholic Knowing your temperament as well as your families temperaments can transforms your Waldorf homeschooling jour...
13. How to Plan the Waldorf Homeschooling Main Lesson with Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa breaks down all the components of a main lesson to help you see visually how the lesson comes together. She shares how she prepares with props ...
12. Summer Rhythm for Waldorf Homeschoolers with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does rhythm look like for Waldorf Homeschoolers during the summer? Melisa shares her summer rhythm with us. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ I...
11. Rest for Waldorf Homeschooling Parents is Key Learn Why from Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You can not show up and be your best self unless you get the rest you need. Give yourself rest and a moment to breathe before everyone else is awake a...
10. Why You Should Take the Time to Learn Your Families Temperaments for Waldorf Homeschooling
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa from Waldorf Essentials shares about her families dynamic of temperaments and how she uses this tool to help them in homeschooling and how amaz...
9. Where You Should Be in Planning by July for Waldorf Homeschooling with Waldorf Essentials Melisa
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning is a must in your homeschooling. Even with the Waldorf Essentials curriculum block layout. Take the time to read the curriculum fully and pla...
8. Waldorf Rhythm is Internal Learn from Waldorf Essentials Melisa Nielsen How to Use Rhythm
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Melisa as she gets really honest about rhythm. Melisa explains how rhythm is not simply something that exists outside of yourself but is an inter...
7. Learn How to Waldorf Homeschool in any state and country with the Waldorf Essentials Curriculum
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa helps parents meet state and country regulations with her Waldorf Essentials Homeschool Curriculum. She also shares why the Waldorf curriculum ...
6. Waldorf Temperament in Planning and Teaching Waldorf Essentials Melisa Nielsen
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa Nielsen discusses each temperament and how to incorporate the temperament into your homeschool planning and teaching. Choleric Sanguine Melanch...
5. Waldorf Block Planning with Waldorf Essentials Melisa Nielsen
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Block planning is a foundation to your Waldorf homeschooling. It is also an opportunity to get creative and personalize it to your families homeschool...
4. The Role Waldorf Rhythm Plays for Sleep Habits, Schedules and Struggles with Waldorf Essentials
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peaceful Bedtime Waldorf Essentials inspired sleep support for supporting your family and homeschooling rhythm. Are your bedtimes a nightmare? What ...
3. Understanding Your Temperament for Waldorf Homeschooling and Parenting with Melisa Nielsen
02 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Follow Melisa on a parenting journey through temperament. In this video, Melisa works through the importance of, not only understanding your temperame...
2. Waldorf Homeschool Planning with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melisa introduces the importance of planning as we homeschool our child. She encourages you when you may fall off and inspires you to get back to it. ...
1. The Secret to Waldorf Rhythm with Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rhythm is the secret to all things Waldorf homeschooling, homeschooling multiple children, working from home and making sure you have time for what yo...
Welcome to the Waldorf Essentials Podcast with Melisa and Erik Nielsen
29 Jun 2022
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. The Waldorf Essential...