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69. Waldorf Festivals for Big Kids from Waldorf Essentials
Melisa takes us through the year of festivals from beginning to end. She focuses specifically on the older kids and keeping the festivals alive for them. What does that look like? How does it shift? Melisa also shares what it looks like when you have littles and bigger kids celebrating festivals together. New to celebrating festivals Melisa also shares a plan to get you started. Not a thinking, feeling, willing member yet? Festivals are a part of Thinking, Feeling, Willing. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
68. Melisa's Experience with the Special Needs Child Waldorf Essentials
Melisa has parented and homeschooled two children with special needs. Both had different needs. Melisa shares about special needs when they are younger and older. Tips she found along the way that helped her from dietary changes to aromatherapy tools for the entire family. If you are a special needs family, Melisa encourages you to make sure you are getting help and getting enough rest to take on your child's needs. For more encouragement visit the Special Needs Playlist and reach out to Melisa. Share our library of videos with other parents and homeschoolers you feel may need to hear this message right now too. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
67. Meditation for the Family from Melisa Nielsen
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 with fellow parentings and Waldorf homeschool families. Waldorf Essentials also has a podcast live on all platforms. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
66. It's Ok to Say "I Can't Teach Today." Melisa Nielsen
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 having the lesson go down the wrong path. Use that lesson time to get yourself re grounded and ready to present the lesson tomorrow. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
65. Meeting the Gifted Child When You Are Homeschooling Melisa Nielsen
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 special needs child. That's far from the truth. Tune in and try the tips Melisa shares to navigating the path of parenting and Waldorf homeschooling a gifted/special needs child. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
64. Three Tips from Erik and Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
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 everyone else is. Keep filling your bucket with inspiration, you got this. Tip 3 - Because we become better, it encourages are partner to become better and then the relationship gets better. Study your temperament. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
63. Keeping Magic Alive with Younger and Older Kids in Your Homeschooling from Melisa Nielsen
Homeschooling the younger years and homeschooling the older years are much different. Melisa shares tips to help keep the magic of Waldorf homeschooling alive in your older kids. She also shares helpful tips for homeschooling multiple children. Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
62. Waldorf for You and Your Partner with Erik and Melisa Nielsen
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. Learn how this duo accepted that challenge and soars. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
61. Grade Placement for Waldorf Homeschooling with Waldorf Essentials
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 in Waldorf than public school standards. It is also very intentional to have the child in the right grade. When we choose the correct Waldorf grade placement the child is ready to take in the Waldorf curriculum. If we start to early the child is not ready for the stories and lessons being presented to them. The goal is for the child to be the age of that grade for the majority of the homeschool year. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
60. Chores with Multiple Children by Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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 a mom of 5 with over 15 years experience homeschooling. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
59. Did You Lose Your Cool? Melisa Nielsen has a Tip to Get You Back On Track
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 restart right now. You can change the moment now. Love your kids, love the space you are in. You got this - Melisa You can also listen to us on YouTube. (Waldorf Essentials) Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
58. Creating a Dad Interview with Erik and Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
Erik and Melisa share their experience of having a partner interview. They share how to start one and all the options. Partner interviews are important. The partner interview brings everyones thoughts, feelings and ideas about their family lifestyle and homeschooling to the surface where conversations can become effective. You can also find us on every podcast platform "Waldorf Essentials" Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
57. Why Quiet Solitude is Important for the Entire Family with Melisa Nielsen
Vitamins for the soul. Melisa shares why quiet solitude is important for everyone. Yourself and your kids! She also shares: - Navigating activités - Commute time - Waking up before your kids Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way. Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
56. Fall Waldorf Festivals Melisa Nielsen
Let's chat about Michaelmas Septemner 29th Halloween October 31st All Hallows Day November 1st Martinmas November 11th Melisa shares her person family and co op practices for each Waldorf Fall Festival. We would love to know which festivals you celebrate and how you make them special for your family. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
55. Holding the Space When You Are Homeschooling Multiple Children with Melisa Nielsen
How do you navigate homeschooling multiple children and holding the space? Melisa shares tips for holding the space for each child, connecting with each child and when to put your foot down. She also shares her experience with navigating museums and tips to prepare yourself. You can also listen on our YouTube channel. Waldorf Essentials with Melisa Nielsen. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
53. Media Usage Interview for Waldorf Homeschoolers and Parents with Erik Nielsen
Erik Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials answers common media questions and shares his experience being a parent and Waldorf homeschooler. Media is a big topic to take on for Waldorf homeschoolers. How do you navigate being on the same page as your partner? How do you explain to grandparents your choices on media? How do you decide when to introduce your child to different media? Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
52. New to Waldorf? This Podcast is for You from Melisa Nielsen
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 your homeschool journey. You want to begin with a curriculum that not only gives you a guide to your homeschooling but also answers all your questions and supports you through all the stages and phases. Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
51. Bedtime with Multiple Ages Melisa Nielsen's Experience
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 how she has a conversation with older and younger kids to all be on the same page. Does she let older kids just sleep when they want to and as late in the morning as they want? Tune in and find out. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
50. Involving Your Partner in your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa and Erik Nielsen
Melisa Nielsen has experience Waldorf homeschooling solo and Waldorf homeschooling with her partners help. Together Melisa and Erik share common situations for Waldorf homeschooling, like media and navigating each partners interests. Sometimes that means an action figure plays in the wood mushroom house with all the gnomes. Melisa and Erik have been on this Waldorf homeschooling and parenting journey for many years and have lots of wisdom to pass on to others. Get your partner involved and learn how to keep them involved. You can also listen to all the wisdom from your ear buds on all podcast platforms if you prefer podcasts over videos. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
49. When Life Throws You a Curve Ball with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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 you were not expecting happens like a death, illness or divorce. There's tools we can use before a curve ball comes. Melisa shares how to use this tool and the effectiveness it has. She also shares tools you can use during the curve ball. It happens to us all in some form or another during our homeschool journey. Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
48. Younger Kids During Waldorf Main Lesson Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials, specifically talks about options for younger kids during your main lesson and how to navigate having multiple children while creating your Waldorf Homeschool experience. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
47. Thinking Feeling Willing Blessing from Waldorf Essentials
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 homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
46. How to Get Kids to Enjoy Lesson Time with Melisa Nielsen
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 kids. The goal of homeschooling is not to feel a struggle everyday. We want to look back on homeschooling our children and smile because we enjoyed it. Melisa helps you shift from frustrations to success. Put Melisa's tips into practice and let us know how your homeschooling transforms. Waldorf Essentials also has a podcast on all platforms. Listen regularly or pick a random episode on a bad day and you will be re inspired. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
45. Why You Want to do Prop Drawings Before Your Main Lesson in Waldorf Homeschooling
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!Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
44. Waldorf for Your Partner and You with Melisa and Erik Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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 helped you. Homeschooling is a lot to take on. Waldorf homeschooling is often misunderstood or intimidating. Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their pro tips and experience with how to navigate homeschooling together. Anything is possible, and effective communication is a must. Learn how they have navigated communication to successfully homeschool their kids and have a strong marriage.Melisa and Erik inspire you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
43. Parenting Tips for When You Find Yourself Yelling from Melisa Nielsen
Parenting is an adventure challenging and also the best time of your life. If you are finding yourself yelling. Melisa shares her personal experience and tips to shift. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
42. Why It's Important for Dads to do the Inner Work for Homeschooling and Parenting Erik Nielsen
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 questioning why kids are doing what they are doing and navigating why it is bothering you. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
41. Preparing for your Michaelmas Festival with Melisa Nielsen
Melisa at Waldorf Essentials has created an amazing resource to get you started on your Michaelmas Festival planning. Traditional Waldorf Verse Story Resources and Song Ideas In this video/podcast Melisa also covers common questions and shares planning tips. Celebrating Michaelmas This is such an amazing festival. Over the years I have slayed many of my own dragons. I hope these resources help you in your celebrations. ENJOY YOURSELF!! Have fun diving into this festival! The full Michaelmas song can be found on the resources link above. The song was created by a co op friend of Melisa. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
40. How to Navigate Intrusive Thoughts in Your Meditation Practice with Melisa Nielsen
Do you meditate?Melisa shares how she has learned to navigate intrusive thoughts during her daily meditation. Meditation is always time well spent!Need help? Melisa has you covered. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
39. Waldorf Homeschooling with Waldorf Essentials for Your Partner
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 you can come ask all your questions. Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way. Melisa and Erik inspire you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
38. How to Write Your Own Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum with Melisa Nielsen
Melisa shares her experience with Waldorf homeschooling. How she got started, the tools she used to how she began writing her own curriculum and creating Waldorf Essentials for homeschoolers. Melisa also shares Steiner resources for you to dive into. Homeschool curriculum made by homeschoolers for homeschoolers. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
37. Homeschool Curriculum By Homeschoolers for Homeschoolers with Melisa Nielsen
Homeschool curriculum written by homeschoolers for homeschoolers. How can you provide a homeschool curriculum when you have never experienced it yourself? Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
36. Should You Homeschool Multiple Children Together with Melisa Nielsen
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 decide if each child has their own main lesson or if all the kids have one together. Melisa shares her personal experience as well as reasons to give each child their own main lesson. Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com You can also tune on YouTube "Waldorf Essentials" on all platforms. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
35. Waldorf Dad's Come Together to Answer the Top Questions They Have Been Asked
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34. Know Thyself with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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 Planning for Peace is. Need support for your homeschooling? Need fresh ideas? Need accountability? Need help understanding one of the aspects of the Waldorf philosophy? Melisa is an experienced Waldorf homeschooler and parent. She shares her wisdom with us to help us achieve the Waldorf homeschooling and parenting we dream to create. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
33. Planning the Lively Waldorf Homeschool Lesson with Melisa and Erik Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
Waldorf Homeschooling is about lively lessons. To create lively Waldorf lessons you have to PLAN. Melisa and Erik share their experience with planning. You can over plan, you can under plan and you can shift a plan. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
32. Temperament at Gatherings for Waldorf Homeschoolers with Melisa Nielsen
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 Homeschool? Melisa shares her top tips on how to navigate this situation. She focuses on knowing your temperament, recognizing others temperaments and leads you through a meditation practice to set you up for success in your next family holiday or neighborhood BBQ. Learn more about your temperament and how to use this tool effectively at https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
31. Planning with Temperament in Mind for Your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
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 you the redesign of Planning for Peace. It still holds all the amazing insight, just in a different and colorful way. Thing to know... Our live zoom 2022 meetings for northern hemisphere Planning for Peace will be on April 25th, June 25th and August 6th. Please make sure you are receiving emails so you don’t miss out on important updates. Planning for Peace is now interactive with Thinking Feeling Willing. Planning for Peace is the appetizer and Thinking Feeling Willing is the main dish. Joining the live sessions and visiting our Team in the support group is the sweet dessert. You don't want to miss out on any of this three course meal! If you have any questions please email us. FORMS! Rhythm and menu planning pages. Full year, block and daily planning pages. Festival forms with Advent specific forms. A whole section dedicated to planning out your entire year including calendar pages for a year! So much more! Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
30. Waldorf Rhythm with Virtual Life with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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 do you get back? Melisa shares the secrets to tracking your actual rhythm and how to use it to get back on track. In this video we’ll cover: - How to track your actual rhythm - Balancing rhythm with virtual activities - Using your actual rhythm chart to identify holes in your day https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
29. Momentum for Parenting and Waldorf Homeschooling Cultivate more Joy with Melisa Nielsen
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 negative momentum. Be the parent, teacher, partner you want to be. Get your momentum going in a positive light and let joy lead. How can you cultivate more joy seeds? Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
28. The Melancholic Waldorf Temperament with Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their experience with the Melancholic temperament. There are four temperaments Melancholic Sanguine Phlegmatic and Choleric It is best to learn about each and decide which is your primary and secondary. Taking the time to explore the inner work of temperament can be a challenge but it can also completely transform your Waldorf homeschooling and parenting. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
27. Planning for Middle School in Your Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
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 into practice for your planning. Lessons don't go well and are not received well by the child when planning does not happen first. Do the planning. Melisa is here to help guide you through it. Waldorf essentials offers planning for peace, which is like nothing else out there for homeschoolers. Rhythm and menu planning pages. Full year, block and daily planning pages. Festival forms with Advent specific forms. A whole section dedicated to planning out your entire year including calendar pages for a year! So much more!Thing to know... Our live zoom 2022 meetings for northern hemisphere Planning for Peace will be on April 25th, June 25th and August 6th. Please make sure you are receiving emails so you don’t miss out on important updates. Planning for Peace is the appetizer and Thinking Feeling Willing is the main dish. Joining the live sessions and visiting our Team in the support group is the sweet dessert. You don't want to miss out on any of this three course meal! Planning for Peace is now interactive with Thinking Feeling Willing. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected]. What have others said about Planning for Peace? "Our family has been homeschooling with Waldorf for many years and I have tried many different variations for planning. The Planning for Peace Journal has everything in one spot, with great spaces for writing and organizing my ideas. I love the sections for inner work and evaluations! I refer to my plans in the journal daily and look forward to using it again with two high school students and one middle school student!" ~ Lara Munro Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
26. Rhythm After Traveling, How to Get Back at Your Rhythm with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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. Some prefer a vacation after a vacation at home and days to recover. Check out Melisa's tips and see if they will work to get your family back to your rhythm after your next vacation.https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
25. Management Mom Mode with Melisa Nielsen Waldorf Essentials
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. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
24. The Phlegmatic Waldorf Temperament Deep Dive with Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials
There are four Waldorf Temperaments Choleric Sanguine Melancholic and Phlegmatic In this video Melisa Nielsen shares about the Phlegmatic temperament with her partner Erik Nielsen. Knowing your temperament and your families temperaments can drastically change the way you homeschool and parent. Make sure to check out the temperament playlist and always reach out with questions. Learn more at: https://www.waldorfessentials.com Ask questions here or connect on social media. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
23. Planning for Peace Planner for Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen
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 special? The focus on PLANNING FOR PEACE No one else has the Planning for Peace Planner and offers our Planning for Peace Live Sessions Thing to know... Our live zoom 2022 meetings for northern hemisphere Planning for Peace will be on April 25th, June 25th and August 6th. Planning for Peace is now interactive with Thinking Feeling Willing. Planning for Peace is the appetizer and Thinking Feeling Willing is the main dish. Joining the live sessions and visiting our Team in the support group is the sweet dessert. You don't want to miss out on any of this three course meal! If you have any questions please email us.Rhythm and menu planning pages. Full year, block and daily planning pages. Festival forms with Advent specific forms. A whole section dedicated to planning out your entire year including calendar pages for a year! What have others said about Planning for Peace? "Our family has been homeschooling with Waldorf for many years and I have tried many different variations for planning. The Planning for Peace Journal has everything in one spot, with great spaces for writing and organizing my ideas. I love the sections for inner work and evaluations! I refer to my plans in the journal daily and look forward to using it again with two high school students and one middle school student!" ~ Lara Munro "I've taken on more of our school days and the Planning for Peace journal helps keep me on track. The journal Melisa created gives me a clear picture of where we've been, where we are at and where we are going. I'd be lost without it." ~ Erik Nielsen "I’m sure you hear this all the time, but your planner has literally changed my entire homeschool life. This past year we went through major home construction and although we had to sacrifice some parts of our typical Waldorf homeschool, our main lessons stayed intact and we have been caught up all year. Because of your planner I enjoy and LOOK FORWARD to planning with you every year. I already loved your curriculum, but I really think your homeschool planner needs to be in the hands of every single homeschool mom or dad." ~ Jenn M. Teachers Plan. That's the bold truth. If you are a teacher, OWN IT. Ask yourself...is my level of planning and prep what I'd like someone to have if they were teaching my child? Or would you expect more? Would you like that teacher to have crammed a few weeks before school started or would you hope they took the time thinking about their students and planning out lessons? Now...are you ready to truly OWN being a teacher? If you want people to take you seriously then you have to OWN the part. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
22. Rhythm is the Foundation to your Waldorf Homeschooling and Parenting with Melisa Nielsen
Feeling overwhelmed with your homeschooling and parenting. Have you evaluated your rhythm? Do you kids know what's coming next? Melisa and Erik Nielsen share their experience with rhythm and why it's the foundation to everything else. Learn more at: https://www.waldorfessentials.com Ask questions here or connect on social media. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
21. You DON'T Want to Miss Planning for Peace Waldorf Essentials with Melisa Nielsen
Planning for Peace 2022 The last Waldorf homeschool planner you will ever need. What makes The Waldorf Essentials curriculum special? The focus on PLANNING FOR PEACE No one else has the Planning for Peace Planner and offers our Planning for Peace Live Sessions Thing to know... Our live zoom 2022 meetings for northern hemisphere Planning for Peace will be on April 25th, June 25th and August 6th. Planning for Peace is now interactive with Thinking Feeling Willing. Planning for Peace is the appetizer and Thinking Feeling Willing is the main dish. Joining the live sessions and visiting our Team in the support group is the sweet dessert. You don't want to miss out on any of this three course meal! If you have any questions please email us. Rhythm and menu planning pages. Full year, block and daily planning pages. Festival forms with Advent specific forms. A whole section dedicated to planning out your entire year including calendar pages for a year! What have others said about Planning for Peace? "Our family has been homeschooling with Waldorf for many years and I have tried many different variations for planning. The Planning for Peace Journal has everything in one spot, with great spaces for writing and organizing my ideas. I love the sections for inner work and evaluations! I refer to my plans in the journal daily and look forward to using it again with two high school students and one middle school student!" ~ Lara Munro "I've taken on more of our school days and the Planning for Peace journal helps keep me on track. The journal Melisa created gives me a clear picture of where we've been, where we are at and where we are going. I'd be lost without it." ~ Erik Nielsen "I’m sure you hear this all the time, but your planner has literally changed my entire homeschool life. This past year we went through major home construction and although we had to sacrifice some parts of our typical Waldorf homeschool, our main lessons stayed intact and we have been caught up all year. Because of your planner I enjoy and LOOK FORWARD to planning with you every year. I already loved your curriculum, but I really think your homeschool planner needs to be in the hands of every single homeschool mom or dad." ~ Jenn M. Teachers Plan. That's the bold truth. If you are a teacher, OWN IT. Ask yourself...is my level of planning and prep what I'd like someone to have if they were teaching my child? Or would you expect more? Would you like that teacher to have crammed a few weeks before school started or would you hope they took the time thinking about their students and planning out lessons? Now...are you ready to truly OWN being a teacher? If you want people to take you seriously then you have to OWN the part. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
20. What Makes Waldorf Essentials Different with Melisa Nielsen
Tune in and discover what makes Waldorf Essentials different from all the other Waldorf Homeschooling Curriculums. Melisa Nielsen gives you a deeper glance into how the curriculum is laid out and all the additional services that Waldorf Essentials provides you with. If you're wanting to create a success Waldorf Homeschooling experience start exploring everything Waldorf Essentials can provide you with. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa
19. Sanguine Temperament Waldorf Homeschooling with Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials
There are four Waldorf Temperaments: Choleric Sanguine Phlegmatic Melancholic Knowing your temperament as well as your families temperaments can transforms your Waldorf homeschooling journey. Melisa focus specifically on the sanguine temperament. Learn from Melisa how to : - Balance your sanguine tendencies - Support a sanguine child Learn more at: https://www.waldorfessentials.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa