A few weeks ago, I was feeling rather stressed out so I took a break from podcasting. It’s been good not having to produce a new episode each week. Podcasting is hard work!
I must now be feeling more rested because a day or so ago, I suddenly felt like making a new podcast. I headed into my closet, set up my mic and started recording episode 162 of my Stories of an Unschooling Family podcast.
So what did I talk about? I spoke about crisis points and how we sometimes need to make changes or not worry about perfection or ask for help. Or maybe we have to do all three!
With this episode, I’m certainly not worrying about perfection. I recorded the audio using GarageBand. That was a new learning experience. And although I’m mostly happy with the audio quality, there are a few places where my voice skips a beat. I’m not sure I got the volume correct either. But I don’t think it matters. The important thing is that I published a new podcast, the first one for a few weeks!
Going forward, I’m making some podcasting changes so that I don’t get stressed out again. Shorter episodes, maybe. Could I share some blog posts instead of starting each episode from scratch? How about including some stories from my books, Curious Unschoolers and Radical Unschool Love?
And another thing I’m going to do is ask for help so that I avoid that overwhelmed feeling that makes me want to run away from the Internet.
In episode 162, I’m discussing the following questions:
- Where have I been?
- Why did I record 3 versions of episode 162
- Can crisis points become turning points?
- What changes am I making?
- Do most of us think we can do everything all by ourselves?
- Do we need social media to spread the message about our work?
- Do we need more silence in our lives?
- Are you willing to help me?
I’m also sharing two stories:
- When We Reach Crisis Point (from my blog)
- Sue Elvis: An Interview (from my book Radical Unschool Love)
Show Notes
My Unschooling Books
Curious Unschoolers: paperback
Radical Unschool Love: paperback
Blog posts
Book
The Power of Silence by Cardinal Robert Sarah
Unschoolgram
Unschoolgram: 2019 October and September (Do you ever yearn for more silence in your life?)
Photos
PhotosSometimes I run out of photos to post here on my blog. But that’s okay because my daughter Sophie is always happy to help me. She doesn’t mind if I steal her photos. I don’t know what the connection is between our dog Quinn and my podcast. Maybe there isn’t one! Don’t you love the expression on Quinn’s face? I wonder what she’s thinking. “I’ve reached crisis point. I need to go for a walk!”
Can you help?
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Please feel welcome to leave a comment about this episode. Perhaps you have a crisis point story you’d like to share. You could give me some feedback on my podcast ideas. Or you could just stop by and say hello! (And don’t to forget to check out my latest unschoolgram posts!)
Hello Sue! I listened to your podcast today and it was wonderful as usual. Plus, it was so timely as we are just finishing a busy fall season here (I’m in the US) and I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed myself. You reminded me that a lot of times we need to step back, re-assess, say no to some things and ask for help in other areas. I want to encourage you to take the time and space you need, as you discussed in your podcast. I know I (and hopefully all your listeners) will stay subscribed and happily look forward to a new podcast popping into our feed even if it is less frequent!
Courtney,
You made my day with your comment! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and say hello. It’s lovely to know that you are still willing to listen to my podcast even though I am an inconsistent podcaster.
Yes, there are times when we all need to step back and reassess. I hope you are able to arrange some more quiet times as you head towards winter.
Thank you for your kind words!
So happy to hear you again. I resonate with your message today and feel your passion for deep meaning.
Kim,
And I’m happy to see you on my blog! Thank you so much for leaving some kind words for me. I always enjoy connecting with you!
I’m right there with you! I’m feeling tired and frustrated. I can’t seem to focus or function at my usual level and I’m trying to take it easy on myself. I know my perception of how things are is a big part of the problem along with being just so darn tired!
Venisa,
Life looks so different when we’re tired, doesn’t it? All we can see are the problems which can seem bigger than they actually are. The joys fade away. I’m so sorry to hear you’re not feeling like your usual self at the moment. I hope everyone in your family is rallying around you and giving you a break. When I’m tired and not coping, I sometimes forget to ask my family for help! Oh yes, take it easy on yourself. I hope and pray you get the rest you need!