What keeps homeschool parents motivated when the going gets tough?

In this tell-all episode, Anthony and Crystal share their top 5 core beliefs that have sustained them through 13+ years of homeschooling five children - beliefs formed from their own childhood experiences that continue to fuel their passion today.

In this episode, you'll discover:

1. Why the Obey's value the custom education that Homeschooling provides - further validated by how the internet advanced faster than the school system could keep up with
2. The surprising impact of environment on childhood development and identity formation
3. How to become a "chain breaker" and upgrade your family's generational patterns
4. The difference between intentional parenting and homeschooling (and why you need both)
5. Why being your child's primary influence matters more than ever in today's culture

Perfect for: Parents considering homeschooling, current homeschoolers facing challenges, and anyone wanting to understand the deeper motivations behind the homeschool movement.

Whether you're just starting your homeschool journey or you've been at it for years, these foundational beliefs will help you stay focused on what matters most - and give you the motivation to keep going when homeschooling gets difficult.

Get up close and personal with Anthony Obey as he opens up about his unlikely journey from a broken home and difficult childhood to becoming an intentional homeschooling father of five and husband of 23 years+.

In this raw and unfiltered episode, he shares the painful story of his parents' divorce at age 5, the culture shock of transitioning from a safe private school to a chaotic public school environment, and how he transformed from a lost young man into a devoted father who is passionate about God, family, and homeschooling.

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The defining moments that shaped Anthony's parenting philosophy:

• The heartbreaking moment at age 5 when he promised his father he would "do better" during the divorce
• How being placed in the "B-13 Convicts" class in 5th grade exposed him to gang culture and violence
• The transformation from victim to "wolf" as a survival mechanism in a hostile school environment
• His salvation experience at 16 through reading one eye-opening book
• The pivotal "puff of smoke" moment that changed his life's trajectory forever

• Why a strong marriage is the foundation of good parenting and family stability
• How environmental factors can dramatically impact a child's development and worldview
• The critical importance of fathers being present and involved in their children's daily lives
• Why homeschooling allows parents to be their children's primary influence instead of culture
• How intentional parenting can break generational cycles of dysfunction

"I have personally changed 99% of all of the diapers of our five kids."

"I didn't want to hurt our new baby boy the way I had been hurt."

"My life is like this puff of smoke. It's here for the moment, and then it's gone into eternity."

"I learned that I never actually had to run with the 'John Benders' of the school system."

"Parenting is the number one indicator of the success or failure of their children."

Anthony's story demonstrates how divine intervention can completely redirect a life. From being influenced by rap culture, gang mentality, and negative role models, he experienced a dramatic 180-degree transformation that set him on a path to meet his future wife in college and build the intentional family he always dreamed of.

* You've experienced childhood trauma or family dysfunction

* You're questioning whether traditional school environments are safe for your children

* You want to be your children's primary influence rather than letting culture shape them

* You're seeking financial freedom to live out your family values

* You believe in the power of intentional, present parenting

In upcoming episodes, you'll hear how Anthony and Crystal's stories converged in college and how they built a business that generates six figures while working only 15-20 hours per week—giving them the lifestyle freedom to homeschool their five children.

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This episode reveals the deeper "why" behind the Homeschool Money Makeover program—and why Anthony and Crystal are so passionate about helping families afford the homeschool...

For the first time ever, Crystal Obey pulls back the curtain on her personal journey to becoming a homeschooling entrepreneur.

In this deeply personal episode, she shares the raw, unfiltered story of her unconventional childhood and the five pivotal experiences that shaped her decision to homeschool her children and build a business from home—long before she even became a parent.

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The five life-changing themes...

• How her parents' divorce became the catalyst for understanding that every situation offers a choice that can change everything
• The profound impact of her grandparents' intentional love and hospitality, and how it shaped her parenting philosophy
• Wrestling with cultural messages about "broken homes" while finding strength in her faith
• Her eye-opening transition from public to private school and what it revealed about different educational experiences
• The magazine article after Columbine that introduced her to homeschooling and changed her life's trajectory

• Why environmental changes can dramatically impact a child's educational experience
• How financial pressure and educational excellence don't always go hand in hand
• The importance of having grace for struggling parents and offering help instead of judgment
• Why intentional, custom education became Crystal's calling years before she had children
• How project-based learning empowers students to make real-world impacts

"In every situation, a choice can be made that changes everything."

"I learned that intentional love can make a negative situation beautiful."

"I realized that kids in the same city could be having completely different educational experiences."

"Some parents choose to homeschool so they can give their children a custom education, spend quality time together, and have a hands-on approach to help them prepare for practical adult lives."

As yearbook editor in 1999, Crystal predicted that at 30, she would be "married, running my own business from home, having five kids, and homeschooling them." At the time, she didn't know a single woman living this lifestyle—it was literally a dream that seemed impossible.

• You're questioning whether traditional education is right for your family
• You've experienced educational environments that didn't serve you or your children
• You're looking for financial freedom while prioritizing family time
• You want to give your children a custom, intentional education
• You're seeking inspiration from someone who turned childhood challenges into purposeful choices

Don't miss the upcoming episodes where you'll hear Anthony's story and learn how Crystal and Anthony made their homeschool dream a reality together—a dream that's amazingly possible for you today too.

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This episode is the foundation for understanding why Crystal gives the advice she does in the Homeschool Money Makeover program—and it might just hold the key to your own breakthrough.