It's Tea Time Somewhere
78 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 152 ratingsA podcast for those who are doing the daily grind in a foreign land (or for those who want to know more about life overseas). If you ARE living abroad, you know the average day is anything but ordinary. Join Alicia, Melissa, and Denise as they chat about learning to embrace the joys AND trials of taking root right where they’ve been planted.
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Let's Catch Up! | Episode 25
March 05, 2024 10:15 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBAt the time of recording this episode, we had not released a podcast episode or posted ANYTHING on Taking Route for a solid nine months. Denise, Melissa, and Alicia certainly didn’t intend to go dark for so long, but we just so happened to all go through pretty intense seasons of life all at the same time. So, for this episode, we thought it might be a good idea to catch up with you guys and discuss something fun, something hard, and something hopeful we’ve each experienced over the last sev...
The Four Phases of Culture Stress | Episode 24
February 08, 2024 05:01 - 54 minutes - 75 MBA quick Google search of “culture stress” will inform you there are phases to this phenomenon. One source summarizes it with the following four phases: fun, flight, fight, and fit. It’s important for you to know that EVERYONE experiences cultural stress to some degree while living in a foreign context. Knowing this fact and being aware of the phases of culture stress will help you recognize it more quickly, which then allows you to be better prepared, which also means you do not have to se...
Don't Move Overseas If... | Episode 23
May 29, 2023 06:22 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBAre you thinking about moving to another country and wondering if you’re cut out for the expat life? If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode ASAP! If you’re a current expat, you’ll still want to listen because who among us has not continued to question if we’re cut out for this life? 😅🥴🤪 In this episode, we’ll discuss reasons NOT to move to another country—while also acknowledging how none of us were truly “ready” for the life we stepped into. The opportunity to CHOOSE to live outsi...
Praying in ALL Circumstances in the Expat Life | Episode 22
April 14, 2023 07:38 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBIn this episode, we’re celebrating the latest release of Liturgies and Laments for the Sojourner: Volume One, co-authored by Heather Fallis, Tamika Rybinski, and our very own Alicia Boyce. This book is the perfect companion for anyone who finds themselves living the life of a foreigner. It’s also a great resource for friends and family to reference when they want to pray more specifically for the sojourners they love. Denise, Melissa, and Alicia each discuss a couple of the prayers from th...
Navigating Medical Emergencies (and Mysteries) in a Foreign Context | Episode 21
March 24, 2023 13:58 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MBMost of us are probably familiar with the book, “Where There Is No Doctor.” It’s a medical manual available in more than 85 languages and provides practical, easily understood information on how to diagnose, treat, and prevent common injuries and illnesses. Of course, nowadays, folks are more likely to consult Google, WebMD, or send a quick WhatsApp message to their doctor friend to gather necessary information. “Why not make an appointment and visit a doctor in town,” one might ask. Wel...
You Asked, We Answered: Round Two | Episode 20
March 07, 2023 08:37 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBIn this episode, we’re doing our second round of “ask us anything.” We didn’t have time to cover all the questions, but we do discuss boundaries, hosting guests, our expat marriages, advice for our first year selves, emotional/mental health, and the most interesting gifts we received from our host culture friends. We also give some rapid-fire answers to questions about books, music, recipes and what we would buy if money and luggage weight weren’t an issue. Oh, and how good is your Victori...
Mary Did You Know? (An Expat Perspective) | Episode 19
December 23, 2022 05:02 - 38 minutes - 70 MBWe thought it might be time to do another Christmas episode since our last one was in the Year of Our Lord 2020. This time, we’re taking a look at the story of the birth of Jesus from Mary’s perspective. At first glance, we might not feel like we can relate to MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS THE MESSIAH. But we know she was a sojourner—an expat, if you will. So for this episode of It’s Tea Time Somewhere, Denise and Alicia will share four reflections about Mary’s experience which we, as expats, can ...
The Do's and Don'ts of Raising TCKs | Episode 18
December 02, 2022 11:42 - 38 minutes - 70 MBWe don’t claim to be experts in this department, by any means, but we do have some experience with raising TCKs. You can treat this episode like a buffet line—take what you like, pass on the things you don’t. As Melissa said in this episode, “You’re smart parents. I’m sure you can figure out which ones to do and which ones to don’t." Ultimately, we hope you feel encouraged after listening to this episode. God has given these children to you and you are the best person for them. No one kn...
Ghost Fish and Roaches and Dengue, oh my! | Episode 17
October 12, 2022 14:20 - 40 minutes - 74.7 MBIt’s been awhile since we’ve gathered for some tea time chatter, so we thought we’d spend an entire episode sharing stories from our life lately. For starters, we’ll be talking about ghost fish, roach infestations, and dengue. But we’ll also be talking about tattoos, hermit crabs, and what to do when life hands you a fish in a bag. Pour yourself a warm beverage because we’ve got a lot of catching up to do! Check out our show notes for links to all the things we talked about in this episode...
The Do's and Don'ts of Rest | Episode 16
July 29, 2022 15:20 - 35 minutes - 65 MBWhat is rest? What does it look like—especially for those of us whose personal lives blend right into our work/ministry lives? How can we tell if we’re just exhausted or if we’ve tipped over into burnout or depression? These are a few of the questions we discuss in this second segment of “do’s and don’ts.” Don’t forget to check out our show notes for this episode for additional resources when it comes to rest. Check out our show notes for links to all the things we talked about in this epi...
The Do's and Don'ts of Home Assignment | Episode 15
March 30, 2022 14:50 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MBWe’re doing a little series of “dos and don’ts” for the next few episodes. And we’re starting off with home assignments (aka: furlough, home leave, going back for a visit, etc.) Returning to your passport country holds wonderful opportunities to connect with family, friends, and our home culture. It also has a lot of stressful elements. On this episode, Alicia, Melissa, and Denise talk about going back on home assignment and they share a few do’s and don’ts based off personal experiences. ...
Celebrating Milestones in Expat Life | Episode 14
March 09, 2022 13:43 - 46 minutes - 85.4 MBWe’re usually quick to notice where we fall short and often forget to celebrate the progress. In this episode, we’ll be sharing stories about milestones we’ve reached in our own expat life—and we invite you to do the same! It’s a great habit to acknowledge and celebrate the progress we’ve made. And speaking of celebrating, we recently reached a milestone for our podcast that you all played a huge part in! Check out our show notes for links to all the things we talked about in this episode...
Handling Conflict in Expat Friendship | Episode 13
February 23, 2022 10:26 - 36 minutes - 67 MBConflict will arise from time to time in any friendship—even the best of them— and how we manage these inevitable disagreements with our friends can play a big part in the health of the relationship. In expat life, friendships are really important to invest in so we can find community with others who understand our life. During this tea time chat, Alicia, Denise, and Melissa discuss a recent conflict they had, how they worked through it, and how they learned more about one another in the p...
Moving Again After Moving Abroad | Episode 12
February 01, 2022 02:51 - 39 minutes - 73.2 MBYou’ve already done the BIG-sell-all-your-things move. But now it’s time to move again—maybe it’s across town or across the country. You don’t have to sell all.the.things again, but you do have to get it all from Point A to Point B. In this episode of "It’s Tea Time Somewhere," we’ll be sharing how many times we’ve each moved, stories from previous moving experiences, our typical process for packing/moving, and what we do first when we arrive at our new place. We also made up a new word...
Vacays and Staycays | Episode 11
October 05, 2021 07:21 - 35 minutes - 65 MBThis episode is all about vacations! We talk about our vacation rhythms (back when, you know, we could actually go somewhere…), how we make them happen, or why they don’t happen. We also discuss the guilt that many cross-cultural workers feel about taking a vacation. Rest is so necessary, in any kind of work, and we want you to feel the freedom to go create beautiful memories with your family. So, pack everyone up in the car/bus/train/plane, grab your travel mug, put your earbuds in and g...
School's Out for Summer | Episode 10
June 30, 2021 05:12 - 34 minutes - 63.4 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about “summer break” and whether or not we’re actually having a break from school. We discussed how the 2020-2021 school year went for each of our families, how the school year ended (or has it?) and what we’ve learned from the Lord about ourselves and about our children in this last year. We also chat about a new word that the youths are saying (well, it was new back when we recorded this episode) and we have a pop quiz about its meaning. Join us! Check out ...
I Feel Pretty (Sweaty) | Episode 9
June 14, 2021 01:07 - 44 minutes - 80.7 MBThis is the Beauty Episode! In this episode we talked about the evolution of our style and beauty throughout the years; from all the way back in the awkward days when we first started trying to look pretty, till now. We discussed how to stay true to your style and "feel like you" when moving to a new country and how sweat drains our motivation to put on makeup. And since you asked (or even if you didn't), we put our Influencer hats on and wrapped it all up by sharing which products and beau...
Extending a Holy Welcome with Rachel Pieh Jones
April 30, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 74.2 MBToday we’re chatting Rachel Pieh Jones (who has previously joined us here on the podcast). For those of you who don’t already know Rachel, she writes about life at the crossroads of faith and culture. Rachel just released her latest book, Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus. She shares stories that recount the personal encounters and growing friendships which gradually dismantled her unspoken fears and prejudices and deepened her respect for Islam. Along the way she also ...
Extending a Holy Welcome with Rachel Pieh Jones | Episode 8
April 30, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 74.2 MBToday we’re chatting Rachel Pieh Jones (who has previously joined us here on the podcast). For those of you who don’t already know Rachel, she writes about life at the crossroads of faith and culture. Rachel just released her latest book, Pillars: How Muslim Friends Led Me Closer to Jesus. She shares stories that recount the personal encounters and growing friendships which gradually dismantled her unspoken fears and prejudices and deepened her respect for Islam. Along the way she also ...
The Preggisode | Episode 7
April 14, 2021 02:57 - 42 minutes - 77.4 MBWelcome to the Preggisode! But don't run away! This conversation is packed full of laughs that you'll enjoy even if pregnancy is far from your mind. In this episode we talked about allll the pregnancy things. We've had a lot of kids overseas, a combination of 10 pregnancies. So, there are many paths to walk down our memory lanes. Being pregnant and having babies far away from our passport country can be an intimidating experience. There is also something really special about experien...
The Preggisode
April 14, 2021 02:57 - 42 minutes - 77.4 MBWelcome to the Preggisode! But don't run away! This conversation is packed full of laughs that you'll enjoy even if pregnancy is far from your mind. In this episode we talked about allll the pregnancy things. We've had a lot of kids overseas, a combination of 10 pregnancies. So, there are many paths to walk down our memory lanes. Being pregnant and having babies far away from our passport country can be an intimidating experience. There is also something really special about experien...
You Asked: We Answered | Episode 6
March 25, 2021 14:27 - 49 minutes - 90.1 MBIn this episode, we’re doing our first round of “ask us anything.” We had so many questions from listeners there was no way to answer all, but we do discuss our friendship, how to maintain long-distance friendships and family relationships, meeting neighbors with limited language, and embarrassing moments (well, we only had time to share ONE moment this time because Melissa’s story took us by surprise). We also give some rapid-fire answers to questions about books, pets, and what goodies we...
You Asked: We Answered
March 25, 2021 14:27 - 49 minutes - 90.1 MBIn this episode, we’re doing our first round of “ask us anything.” We had so many questions from listeners there was no way to answer all, but we do discuss our friendship, how to maintain long-distance friendships and family relationships, meeting neighbors with limited language, and embarrassing moments (well, we only had time to share ONE moment this time because Melissa’s story took us by surprise). We also give some rapid-fire answers to questions about books, pets, and what goodies we...
Moving, Arriving, and Landing (Abroad) without Face-Planting | Episode 05
March 11, 2021 03:44 - 40 minutes - 73.6 MBAt long last, Alicia is back! She's recovered from her whirlwind trip back to Indonesia, and her return inspired today's episode about moving overseas for the first time. In this episode, we discussed how we prepared when we first moved overseas, how we handled (and still handle) those wretched goodbyes, and what helped us when we landed in a new culture. This discussion will hopefully be a practical help to all the newbies out there who are preparing for the big move, but also an encour...
Floor Drains, Finger Crinkles, and Other House Management Essentials | Episode 04
February 23, 2021 15:08 - 37 minutes - 68.3 MBWhere are all our housekeeping fans? {crickets, crickets} Okay, so house cleaning and home management might not top our list of fun pastimes, but they are a necessary part of this overseas life. Whether you keep a sparkling clean house, or you fall into the “God bless this mess” camp, this episode is for you. Our friend, Sharon, joined us to talk all about our home management personalities, household help, and fun tips for keeping up with the demands of life in a busy home. And what hou...
Overseas for the Long Haul | Episode 03
February 03, 2021 21:25 - 48 minutes - 88.3 MBWhen you moved overseas did you have a plan for how long you would stay? Did you imagine you'd be there for a long time, or are you considering staying longer than you originally planned? In this episode we had a conversation with Kim, our friend in Ukraine, about living overseas for the long haul. We talked about our initial plans when we moved overseas, persevering through times of doubt and hardship, and what we do, proactively, to remain and thrive in our life overseas. Whether you ...
Fostering TCK (Third Culture Kid) Friendships | Episode 02
January 23, 2021 15:09 - 35 minutes - 65.3 MBOur discussion this week is all about TCK friendships. This topic can be a tough one, but it's oh so important for the health and happiness of our kiddos in their life overseas. In this episode we break down the discussion into the Early Years, the Middle Years (aka "The Hay Day of School Age Kids"), and then on into the Tween and Teen Years. We talk about things we have done to help our kids develop friendships, our successes and failures, how our perspectives have shifted over the year...
New Beginnings | Episode 01
January 06, 2021 18:40 - 34 minutes - 62.8 MBWe're chatting about new beginnings (NOT new goals). As expats, we don’t have to wait for a new year to roll around to experience new beginnings. Whether it’s a new location, new language, new schooling choice, or new housing situation every time you return to your passport country — it can bring a roller coaster of feelings. We'll be chatting about our most recent ‘new beginnings’, what we learned through it, and the unexpected blessings each experience brought us. Check out our show note...
It’s Tea Time Somewhere | Episode 00
January 06, 2021 17:28 - 16 minutes - 29.4 MBThe Taking Route Community is growing and we are so happy to see more and more women from around the world connecting and encouraging each other as we all learn to thrive right where we are planted. With that growth comes the need to reevaluate what brings life as we juggle connection online and feeding our multitudes of children. So.Many.Children. Doing this podcast is a lot of fun, and brings life, but arranging interviews with differing time zones and sketchy internet is a little less f...
'Twas the Night Before Christmas (Expat Edition) + a Christmas song | Ep. 37
December 23, 2020 00:12 - 11 minutes - 22.5 MBFor our last episode of Taking Route Podcast, we’re doing something a little different — a Christmas Special, if you will. This episode is only about ten minutes — but it’s packed full of Christmas goodness. First, we’ll read an expat-friendly rendition of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Then, Melissa will perform a new song she wrote (it’s record label good, no exaggeration). We love you guys and we’re so thankful each and every one of you are a part of the Taking Route Community.We pr...
This Global Pandemic with Kara in South Korea | TRP 36
December 18, 2020 14:28 - 32 minutes - 60.6 MBThe final stop in our series, “This Global Pandemic,” is in South Korea to visit Oklahoma native, Kara. She, her husband, and their four kids stayed put in South Korea this year, even though they had long-awaited travel plans to go to the States (it’s been four years since their last visit!) In this episode, Kara shares what a pandemic looks like in a culture that is very communal and how South Korea is the place to be stuck if you have to be stuck anywhere while a virus spreads around the g...
All Around the Table | ITTS 11
November 23, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 79.6 MBWe’re coming up on that time of year: the time of turkey, traditions, and gathering around the table with the ones we love. It’s almost Thanksgiving! Will there be green bean casserole and sweet potatoes on your table? Can you even get turkey wherever you are in the world? In this episode, Denise, Alicia, and Melissa talk about all things Thanksgiving. They compare their childhood memories of Thanksgiving with their current expat reality, share what they are most thankful for in this momen...
This Global Pandemic with Melissa in Brazil | TRP 35
November 12, 2020 13:05 - 27 minutes - 50.8 MBNext in our 3rd installment of our “This Global Pandemic” series we are travel to São Paulo, Brazil to visit Tennessee native, Melissa (@melissastormer). Melissa along with her husband and three kids are determined to thrive and not just survive this pandemic. Melissa tells how they’ve maintained their well-being, learned to prioritize and let some things go to the wayside, and have made sure to have regular tea times as a family for heart checks. She shares about how she’s been able to go d...
Processing Hard Things from Far Away with Tamika | EP 34
October 14, 2020 15:36 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MBOne of the hardest parts about expat life is being so far away when tragedy strikes your home country. You want to hug your loved ones, process things out loud with your closest friends, and be near the ones you hold closest to your heart. In today’s episode, we talk with Tamika about what it’s been like to be a Black American woman, married to an Austrian, and living far away from the States as racial tension builds during a global pandemic. Tamika shares what it’s been like to emotional...
This Global Pandemic with Rachel in India | TRP 33
August 13, 2020 08:44 - 33 minutes - 61.1 MBAs the Covid 19 pandemic spread to each of our corners of the world earlier this year, many of us had to consider access to medical care (or lack of it) as we made decisions about staying or evacuating. When Rachel and her husband found out they were pregnant with their fourth child right as lockdowns began, they had to make the hard choice to leave their home in India and evacuate to America. In this episode, Rachel recounts her experience of leaving on short notice, while sick and pregnant...
This Global Pandemic with Kim in Ukraine | TRP 32
July 01, 2020 07:38 - 30 minutes - 56.6 MBWherever you currently find yourself in the world, it’s no secret that all our lives have been affected by the Covid 19 pandemic. Our circumstances and situations might be different, but in an effort to create some solidarity between us we are starting a new mini-series titled “This Global Pandemic.” Each episode will have an interview with a new expat woman who will share her perspective on what life in the time of a global pandemic has been like for her. In today’s episode you’ll hear ...
All About Listening and Learning | ITTS 10
June 17, 2020 08:16 - 30 minutes - 55.7 MBHere at Taking Route, we desire to make you feel like you are welcomed and belong in this expat community. We want you to be able to see your story and your expat experience reflected in this space. However, we know we can do so much better at having more perspectives and voices in order to more accurately represent expat life. In this episode, we are speaking specifically about the work of racial reconciliation. In this conversation, we discuss what we’ve been learning, what racial reconc...
Leaving Your Host Country During a Pandemic with Alicia Boyce | TRP 31
June 05, 2020 02:40 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MBDuring this pandemic, we expats have fallen into one of two categories: those who stayed and those who left. Expats who made the decision to evacuate their host country have undoubtedly faced some very unique challenges in leaving and finding a new normal in their passport country. In this episode Denise interviews Alicia about her family’s decision to leave Indonesia and evacuate to the States, how they came to that decision, and the lessons she’s learning through it. Alicia’s story will he...
Persevering Through Intense Times While Overseas with Jenilee Goodwin | TRP 30
May 27, 2020 10:14 - 35 minutes - 65 MBJenilee Goodwin opens up with us about the stressful intense time in her life that included a tough medical diagnosis, family issues, cancer and the quick death of her mother-in-law, putting her girls in boarding school for the first time-- all of that on top of regular expat stresses, expectations, and responsibilities. These combined circumstances led to a very intense time in her life. In this episode of Taking Route Podcast, Jenilee shares tools and lessons she and her family learned per...
All About Staying During a Pandemic | ITTS 09
May 21, 2020 08:17 - 32 minutes - 59.3 MBShould I stay or should I go? This is a question that most of us have had to wrestle with recently as country borders closed and flights were grounded. In this episode, Denise and Melissa talk about staying in their host countries during this pandemic, how they made the decision, and how they are coping with their choice. From schooling changes for the kids to cancelled trips and loss of control, this conversation deals with the very real fears, challenges, and blessings of choosing to stay ...
All About the Twenty-Tens | ITTS 08
February 07, 2020 09:37 - 37 minutes - 69.3 MBA lot can change in ten years, especially when you throw being an expat in the mix. From reflections on moving abroad for the first time to a hilarious quiz on today’s lingo, Denise, Melissa, and Alicia explore a decade’s worth of fun and wisdom in this episode. Join them for a discussion about how their surroundings, families, and hearts have changed through their prospective journeys. Grab a cup of tea (or coffee) and listen in because when these three get together, you will want to be a p...
Finding Your Place as a Trailing Spouse with Tawni Sattler | TRP 29
December 26, 2019 15:03 - 42 minutes - 78.1 MBMarried or single, it’s likely you have struggled at some point with finding joy and purpose in the tasks expected of you in your life abroad. In Tawnie’s experience of becoming a “trailing spouse”-the spouse who isn’t working full-time- those expectations can be challenging and isolating. In this episode, she shares vulnerably about leaving her career in the states behind, and her journey to find her own passion and purpose while living overseas. Tawnie reminds us that finding outlets outsi...
Using Your Creativity While Living Abroad with Lauren Hooper | TRP 28
October 17, 2019 07:09 - 38 minutes - 71.9 MBSome of you might think this episode is not for you. “I’m not a creative person,” you might be saying to yourself. On the contrary, my friend. As Lauren reminds us in this episode, “there are so many ways you can be creative without owning paintbrushes.” In this episode, we talk with Lauren Hooper (podcast host of How She Creates) about how to make time for creativity while you’re living abroad. The world and all of its richness is at our fingertips and Lauren encourages us to experience som...
Speaking Honestly about Life Abroad Long-term with Rachel Pieh Jones | TRP 27
September 23, 2019 05:55 - 36 minutes - 67.9 MBWhen we first move overseas, we don’t often think about the long-term implications. It’s hard to wrap our minds around what nearly 20 years of life abroad will look like, or if we’ll even make it to that point. Quite honestly, not many people do stay for that long. Rachel Pieh Jones, the author of the book Stronger Than Death, speaks honestly within this episode about the unexpected grief and loneliness she has felt while staying overseas for the long-haul. She also shares about the things h...
Going "Home" with Lauren Pinkston | TRP 26
August 29, 2019 16:17 - 37 minutes - 69.1 MBOn the difficult days of expat life, we might be guilty of daydreaming about "going home." But then, we snap ourselves out of it and declare, "what doesn't kill me only makes me stronger!" We pick ourselves up by the bootstraps and march forward, determined to stay the course and not let anything threaten to send us packing. Over time, pride takes over and suddenly we think "going home" is equal to "quitting." But what if it's EXACTLY what the Lord is calling us to do? What if going home is ...
It's Tea Time Somewhere: All About Back to School | ITTS 07
August 13, 2019 15:04 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MBIt's that time of year again: school uniforms are being purchased, homeschool rooms are being organized, and kids are holding signs and cheesing for mom to mark the first day of school. In this tea-time episode, we're discussing the experiences we've had in our host countries with local school and homeschooling, along with some things we've learned. We also talk about what kind of students we were growing up, how you better not miss too many days of public school in the States "OR ELSE," and...
It's Tea Time Somewhere: All About Expectations | ITTS 06
July 21, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 62.6 MBWe’re so excited to be recording this episode of Taking Route Podcast, mainly because it’s been SO LONG since we’ve released a new one. Thanks to all the transition in each of our expat lives, finding the perfect time to record a podcast was simply not going to happen. One could even say we didn’t set realistic expectations – hey, what a great segue into today’s topic! For this segment of “It’s Tea Time Somewhere”, we’re talking “All About Expectations.” Life overseas brings a whole load of ...
Helping TCKs Find Their Place in the World with Ruth Van Reken | TRP 25
December 03, 2018 16:30 - 42 minutes - 78.8 MBOn today’s podcast, we have a guest who might be familiar to many: Ruth Van Reken, author of Letters Never Sent, and Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds.Growing up overseas before there was a concrete explanation of Third Culture Kids, Ruth had to navigate through the emotions, gifts, and baggage of a cross-cultural lifestyle on her own. Now she does her best to raise awareness of these joys and struggles so that families can be well equipped for these experiences. Listen as she shar...
It's Tea Time Somewhere: All About Expat Friendships | ITTS 05
November 14, 2018 05:09 - 31 minutes - 58.9 MBTime for a new segment of “It’s Tea Time Somewhere.” This is when our podcast team chats all about a particular topic of interest and this episode is all about expat friendships. We discuss how you can’t be too picky and how being that way can actually cause you to miss out on some amazing friendships. We chat about handling disagreements and what to do when you have to regularly interact with someone who isn’t the easiest to love. Are expat friendships worth all of the work? Do expat friend...
Committing to What Matters Most with Gloria Furman | TRP 24
October 22, 2018 15:11 - 37 minutes - 68.9 MBHow do you balance cross-cultural living, motherhood, the responsibilities of being a pastors wife, and still find the time to write books? To many of us that may seem like an overwhelming amount of pressure and expectations, and today’s guest, Gloria Furman agrees that sometimes it does feel a little out of control. How are you supposed to plan when you get thrown curveballs like your little ones getting batteries stuck in their ears? Gloria shares the honest struggles and tips on how to pr...