If you haven&#39;t already, consider subscribing to the YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Ex-HomeschoolersClubIn this episode of The Ex-Homeschoolers Club, I sit down with Julius, one of 12 siblings, to unpack what it was like growing up in a massive homeschool family led by a pastor dad. From the chaos of daily life in a household of 14 to navigating the isolating years of COVID, Julius shares candidly about academic challenges, sibling dynamics, extracurricular outlets, and ultimately, a journey of questioning faith and identity. We explore the highs and lows of homeschooling in a big family, the tension between church and education, and how discovering a love of learning outside those boundaries shaped Julius into who they are today. This conversation is raw, real, and deeply relatable for anyone who’s grown up homeschooled, in faith-heavy environments, or simply searching for identity beyond the structures they were raised in.Key Takeaways:<ul><li>Life inside a homeschool family of 12 kids: chaos, support systems, and sibling dynamics.</li><li>Balancing academics with church commitments under a pastor parent.</li><li>The impact of COVID on socialization, isolation, and extracurricular opportunities.</li><li>Julius’ journey of self-discovery, questioning faith, and embracing identity.</li><li>Why cultivating curiosity and a love of learning matters beyond traditional schooling.</li></ul>Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:13 Meet Julius: Growing Up in a Big Homeschool Family01:50 Homeschooling Dynamics and Daily Life06:06 Academic Challenges and Achievements14:08 Socialization and Extracurricular Activities16:53 Impact of COVID-19 on Homeschooling27:14 Deconstructing Faith and Personal Growth33:59 Realizing the Fallibility of Beliefs35:33 Exploring Other Religions36:44 Questioning Faith and God&#39;s Existence39:28 Controlling the Narrative of Personal Beliefs44:43 The Importance of Learning and New Experiences53:41 Balancing Extracurriculars and Church Commitments58:30 Advice for Homeschooling Parents01:04:19 Cherishing Sibling Bonds01:06:18 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIf this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to The Ex-Homeschoolers Club on your favorite podcast platform, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend who’d connect with Julius’ story. Don’t forget to follow me on YouTube, Instagram, and Threads at @EXHSClub to join the ongoing conversation.

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