# 130. Why Kids Lose Motivation in Homeschool

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Podcast: [Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous](https://stenobird.com/podcast/homeschool-success-with-kami-wanous-6589569)
Published: 2026-02-09T21:07:50+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kami-wanous/episodes/130--Why-Kids-Lose-Motivation-in-Homeschool-e3es6rj
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Duration seconds: 1578

## Resource

Many homeschool parents reach a season where homeschooling feels harder than it used to. Kids seem less motivated, learning feels heavier, and moms often tell themselves, “This is just a season we have to get through.” In this episode, I’m talking about what’s really happening when love of learning drops — and why motivation is usually just the first visible sign. You’ll hear: What it looks like when love of learning begins to fade Why moms are taught to respond with pressure and endurance Why homeschooling isn’t meant to feel like something you just survive This conversation isn’t about pushing kids or powering through. It’s about seeing the struggle clearly and understanding why it shows up in the first place. ***Save your seat in the live online Inspired Homeschool Summit on Feb 12! https://inspiredhomeschoolsummit.com/ *Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0 CONNECT WITH KAMI: Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami: https://link.thefreedomscholar.com/widget/bookings/fn “Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PST: https://thefreedomscholar.com/podcast See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/ Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar

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