“But What About Socialization!?!”

I’m about to say something controversial…⁣
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My kids being with their friends is not a top priority for us. ⁣
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Critics are gonna take this the wrong way, but hear me out… ⁣
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One of the biggest criticisms of homeschooling is that kids need to be with their friends, and socialize. ⁣

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If that’s something that is near and dear to your heart, then so be it. But for our family, we are focusing on two major things: ⁣
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• their relationship with God ⁣
• their relationship with family ⁣
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This does not mean they don’t have friends. Or that friends are not an important part about growing up. ⁣
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It simply means that for us, growing them in their identity in the Lord & establishing deep, honest, and safe family relationships means that they will have plenty of opportunity for healthy relationships as they grow. ⁣
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Are friends a gift from the Lord? Of course! ⁣
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But enrolling them in school because we prioritize socializing with friends over God & family? Not for us. ⁣
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The funny thing is that our kids naturally have so many opportunities to socialize, but that’s a topic for another day. 😅 ⁣
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Do any other families feel the same as me?! Let me know your take!