When you consider the criticism of relatives, suspicious neighbors, and the State threat, it s a wonder any of us persist. Remember, your feelings are just your feelings. They are not a true reflection of how well you are actually doing. You can t control involuntary feelings, but you can continue, knowing that nearly every successful homeschool parent has felt the same as you. Don t push too hard or too soon.
Some children mature in cognitive skills several years ahead of their peers.
Others mature several years behind the average. The ones who mature earlier are not necessarily brighter than the late bloomers. It s a mistake to allow standards set by early achievers to be imposed upon you and your children. Don t permit pride to cause anxiety about your child s public performance. Resist being controlled by the opinions of others.