Waldorf Essentials

Hosted by: Melisa and Erik Neilsen

Who are we? I’m Melisa! A mom of five children with only two left at home. I’ve been a wife, an ex-wife and a wife again. Two of my children have spectrum struggles. My oldest has ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and my...

Episodes

{ Encore } Birthdays

Season #1 August 31, 2023

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194. Embracing Struggles

Season #1 August 30, 2023

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials invites you whether you are parenting, partnering or homeschooling to look at common struggles with a different view. - Pause - Step Back - Really Listen - What Happened - How...

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193. It Isn't Enough to Just Know Your Temperament

Season #1 August 28, 2023

If you've been following Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials for a while, you know she talks about temperament often. It it's enough to just know if you are Choleric Sanguine Phlegmatic or Melancholic You use this...

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192. My Exact Recipe for Teaching Waldorf Homeschooling

Season #1 August 25, 2023

Join Melisa as she shares a look inside her daily homeschool rhythm. She provides an insight into why she always wakes up before her children and the value of having a family meeting before the next week begins. She...

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{ Encore } Confidence and Support for Relationships

Season #1 August 24, 2023

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:...

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191. Holding the Space

Season #1 August 23, 2023

Join Melisa and Erik Nielsen for a conversation of "holding the space". What does holding the space mean? - It doesn't mean you need to play with your child 24/7 - It doesn't mean you can not do laundry, dishes, cook...

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190. Time is Your Friend

Season #1 August 21, 2023

So often it feels as though we SHOULD have enough time to complete our to-do list, yet we are always behind. Where do all the hours go? And how can slowing down and being present actually allow you to get more done?...

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189. Cultivating a Head Heart Home

Season #1 August 18, 2023

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials gives you a preview of what her Thinking, Feeling, Willing program includes. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Our Thinking Feeling Willing program is your road map to a...

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{ Encore } Developing the Willing Mom and Child

Season #1 August 17, 2023

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188. Things Can Work Out

Season #1 August 16, 2023

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...

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187. What is Seasons of Seven?

Season #1 August 14, 2023

Redefining Education! By bringing Waldorf inspired, teacher guided lessons right to you, wherever you are! Seasons of Seven is a school like no other. We provide you with a truly flexible experience while nurturing...

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186. Transitioning to a Waldorf Home

Season #1 August 11, 2023

Waldorf environments are often full of soft flowy silks, beautiful wooden toys, and watercolor paintings. What do you do when your home has none of those things and you want to create a beautiful Waldorf...

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