Must-Know Life Skills – Episode 343

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In today’s world of instant information and smartphone convenience, many young people are growing up without the practical and personal life skills they truly need. In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, we roll up our sleeves and talk about the must-know life skills every child should learn before adulthood.

Life skills aren’t just about survival in the wilderness—they’re the everyday habits, disciplines, and practical abilities that build confidence, independence, and character. From faith and convictions to cooking a meal or managing money, these lessons will serve your kids for a lifetime.

Here’s a look at what we cover:

Personal Life Skills

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  Faith: Knowing what you believe, why you believe it, and how to articulate and defend it.

  
  


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  Communication: Speaking clearly, listening respectfully, and even cell phone etiquette.

  
  


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  Critical Thinking: Making decisions, solving problems, and discerning truth from opinion.

  
  


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  Self-Control & Convictions: Standing firm in beliefs, managing emotions, and respecting differences.

  
  


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  Coping with Stress: Identifying healthy vs. unhealthy coping strategies and reducing stress.

  
  

Practical Life Skills

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  Cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene.

  
  


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  Meal planning, grocery shopping, and basic home maintenance.

  
  


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  Money management: saving, spending, tithing, and understanding credit vs. debit.

  
  


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  Writing and communication: emails, letters, and professional etiquette.

  
  


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  Navigation and transportation: maps, GPS, public transit, and car maintenance.

  
  


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  Health and safety: understanding medications, driving safety, and household dangers.

  
  

Whether you’re a homeschool parent looking to weave these lessons into your family life or a young adult trying to catch up, this episode will inspire you to equip the next generation with the tools they need to thrive.

Listen now and then add your own must-know life skills to the list!

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