#26: 12 Signs You Should Quit Your Job to Stay Home with Your Kids

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Mom’s Roadmap Home, I explore 12 signs that might indicate it’s time to leave your nine-to-five and stay home with your kids. From behavioral changes in your children to feeling a nudge from God, I help you discern whether this season calls for a big change. I’ll also share practical steps to prepare financially and spiritually for this transition so you can take the leap with confidence and faith.

Timestamps and Highlights:

• [0:00] – Introduction: The emotional and spiritual struggle of deciding to leave a job to stay home.
• [5:30] – Kid signals: Behavioral changes, missed milestones, and longing for more quality time.
• [12:15] – Workplace signals: Stress, burnout, and misaligned priorities.
• [18:40] – God signals: Recognizing prayer nudges, biblical confirmations, and inner peace amidst fear.
• [24:00] – Preparing for the transition: Budgeting, cutting expenses, and building an emergency fund.
• [30:45] – Trusting God’s timing: How faith and patience lead to the right moment for change.

Practical Steps to Start Today:

1. Reflect on Signs: Create three columns—Kid Signals, Work Signals, and God Signals—and jot down what you’ve been noticing.
2. Start Budgeting: List your essential expenses, build an emergency fund, and explore side income opportunities.
3. Seek Counsel: Talk with your spouse, trusted friends, or mentors about your thoughts and feelings.
4. Pray Daily: Ask God for clarity, wisdom, and peace as you discern your next steps.
5. Take One Step: Whether it’s cutting back on expenses or starting a side gig, take a small, intentional step toward your goal.

Listener Challenge:
This week, take the practical steps listed above. Pray for guidance, and if you feel led, start mapping out a budget to explore the possibility of scaling back or leaving your job.

Closing Encouragement:
Mama, if you’re wrestling with the decision to stay home, know that you’re not alone. This journey is big, and it’s scary, but God’s timing is always perfect. Trust that He will provide a way. The sacrifices you make now will bless your family for years to come.

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Let’s walk this road together, trusting God’s plan and embracing the joy of motherhood!