The Moment I KNEW I Would Homeschool Long Before I Even Had Kids [Crystal's Origin Story]

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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In this episode, you'll discover:

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

Key Takeaways

• 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

Powerful Quotes from This Episode

"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."

Crystal's Prediction Comes True

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.

Perfect For You If...

• 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

What's Next

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.

Take Action

Ready to explore if this lifestyle could work for your family? Sign up for Crystal's free introductory class: "Get $30,000 a YEAR to FUND Your Homeschool Without a 9-to-5 Job"

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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.