global workers

Nancy Wolf captivates us with her experiences of moving from America to Africa, a decision that propelled her family into a whirlwind of cultural discoveries and personal growth. This journey is not just about relocating geographically but also about transitioning through a cultural metamorphosis, which often requires courage and openness to the unknown.

 Her insights illuminate the courage it takes to immerse oneself in an unfamiliar culture and the profound growth that results from such an adventure. Working in a foreign country offers a unique opportunity to form intercultural relationships, and it's these connections that can redefine how one perceives and interacts with the world. Nancy sheds light on the complexities of these relationships, especially in the workplace, and the valuable lessons learned.

 Through her experiences, we discover the importance of self-awareness and humility in becoming a cultural learner, and how these qualities can lead to trust and effective teamwork within a diverse setting. It's a rich examination of the power of curiosity and understanding in cultivating successful cross-cultural collaborations.

Mental health professionals will find our discussion on intercultural relationships within counseling particularly enlightening. We delve into how varying cultural worldviews impact communication and conflict resolution in therapeutic settings. Nancy emphasizes the need for continuous learning and intercultural competence among counselors, particularly when supporting clients in intercultural marriages and relationships. Join us as we share stories, insights, and the undeniable importance of cultural agility in an interconnected world. Our conversation serves as a heartfelt reminder of the beauty and complexity of our global tapestry.

In this episode, you will learn:
  --  How to develop a cultural learner mindset to be successful in intercultural environments.
  -- How to bring intercultural agility into the counseling setting.
  -- Skills to transition successfully across cultures.

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Chrissy Winslow has been involved in global work for 15 years. She is a Certified Personal Trainer and holds a Sustainable Nutrition Coaching & Coaching Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine certification from Harvard Medical School. Chrissy recently started Fine Fettled Foreigner, a blog focused on health & wellness for global workers. You can also connect with Chrissy via Facebook and Linkedin.

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Ever had that little, nagging voice pop up in your subconscious, telling you you’re not doing enough, being enough, or accomplishing enough on the mission field? You’re not alone. The burden to feel “successful” as a missionary and prove your worth to your supporters is a heavy one.

In this encore episode, Amy Young, a counselor and former global worker, addresses this pressure missionaries feel to produce. Hear how she challenges and redefines the idea of success on the mission field.

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Adversity is no stranger to missionaries, so how can we strategically use it to grow stronger, rather than let it take us out of the game? Brian Gibson of TRAIN International & Joel Bates of Discovery Ministries share ways we can intentionally engage adversity to build the resilience we need.

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How can you strengthen your relationship with your partner churches? Chris Howles of From Every Nation shares key ways to communicate with the churches and organizations that support us.

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Could your marriage use some fresh energy? Join Danny & Stephanie Gutierrez in this conversation on the realities of marriage on the mission field and ways to breathe life into your most important relationship. 

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In this episode of "Modern Day Missionaries," we're joined by Amy Young, a charismatic counselor, author, and former global worker in China. She speaks about the stress missionaries feel to prove their worth,  and she offers an empowering, fresh biblical perspective––challenging and redefining the way we measure success on the mission field.

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