He thought college would guarantee success. It didn't. In this eye-opening episode, Christy-Faith challenges the myth that a diploma automatically equals a bright future. With more than half of recent graduates underemployed and working jobs that don’t even require their degree, she pulls back the curtain on a system that promised stability but delivered stress, debt, and disappointment. The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 83 🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES Free Homeschooling Resources Simplify and strengthen your homeschool journey: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/links Thrive Homeschool Community Mentorship, encouragement, and real friendships that last: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/thrive Christy-Faith’s List A directory of homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: 👉 https://christy-faiths-list.com Christy-Faith’s Book: Homeschool Rising 📖 Encouragement and strategy for starting strong or starting over: 👉 https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising 🎙️ SHOW SPONSORS BJU Press Homeschool ✔ Flexible structure with a biblical worldview ✔ Built-in critical thinking and hands-on learning 👉 https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/christy CTC Math ✔ Online, self-paced K–12 math curriculum ✔ 50% off plus a free trial for Christy-Faith listeners 👉 https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF LearningRx ✔ Cognitive skills training for kids with ADHD, dyslexia, and more ✔ $50 off assessment with code HOME50 👉 https://LearningRx.com or call 866-272-4601 👀 REFERENCES IN EPISODE Study: Many new grads are landing jobs that don’t require a degree 🔗 https://www.insidehighered.com/news/students/academics/2024/02/22/more-half-recent-four-year-college-grads-underemployed Study: Many new grads are underemployed 🔗 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/college-grads-jobs-underemployed/ Thrive Homeschool Community 🔗 https://youtu.be/-BKUMq4y7zo?si=FVgVVn_WKHxgXWdm 🎧 SHOW RECAP Too many parents believe success requires following the school-to-college conveyor belt. This episode shows why that’s not true. ✅ Why more than half of college grads end up underemployed ✅ How the conveyor belt model fails to prepare kids for real life ✅ Why homeschooling gives kids time to explore, fail, and grow ✅ How skill building beats box checking when it comes to success ✅ Why homeschoolers are often more appealing to colleges ✅ The mindset shift that frees parents from replicating the system If you’ve ever wondered whether homeschooling “counts” without looking like school, this episode will remind you: you’re not just raising students, you’re raising future adults. 📌 Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a parent who needs this encouragement. 💬 What’s one real-life skill you want your child to learn outside of the classroom? Share your story in the comments.
