Navigate with Tim Austin

In this episode of Navigate, host Tim Austin reflects on one of the main ways we gain solid footing through uncertain seasons. For anyone whose ever wrestled with lack of clarity or confidence in seasons of change, Tim's insights will be a source of encouragment and a reminder that transition seasons are opportunities to align ourselves with what truly matters.Mentioned in this Podcast:With: Reimagining the Way You Relate to God, Skye JethaniPsalm 42Genesis 26Download Tim's Discernment GuideSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this episode of Navigate, Tim is reflecting on building trust through transition seasons. Navigating change requires trust building. But that's not always easy. It can sometimes feel like digging a well in hostile or unknown territory. Tim compares the process of trust building with the ancient practice of digging wells. In the Bible, wells were regularly places of divine appointments and answers to prayer. They were places of provision, but also points of contact. A good well was reliable, life-giving and life-sustaining.Likewise, when we dig wells of trust through the seasons - with God and with others - we are storing up a reliable source of relational capital, namely trust.  Tim offers some important communication tips to help us dig wells of trust in transition.Sources:Craig Groeschel quoteThe Holy Bible (NIV Version)Support the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

How are you leaning into change in this season? What's your posture like? Have you been resisting or embracing the changes in your life?In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Tim reflects upon seasons of change and how these become opportunities to discover and embrace our true identities and live with greater purpose and fulfillment.Tim has a deep appreciation for the many creative ways seasonal change has helped him approach change on a personal level. Tim says, "Sometimes we might resist change because of the way it challenges our sense of identity and purpose. I've come to view certain transition seasons as an opportunity for shedding and letting go of the non-essentials. For getting back to what matters. For learning to walk out my days with less baggage, not more."Resources:Discernment Guide Free Download3D Transitions™ Group Coaching Henri Nouwen as referenced in The Sacred EnneagramAny and all Bible QuotationsSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate! In this episode host Tim Austin challenges us with the idea there are three key milemarkers on the path toward resilience: Disruption, Reflection/Learning, and Action.In our current world, the need for resilience is greater than ever before. Resilience, the ability to bounce back from difficulty, is a skill that can transform individuals, leaders, and organizations. But the path to resilience isn't always easy to navigate, especially when faced with resistance, both internal and external.  Listen in for some great pointers on how to navigate change with resilience.Scripture References:Jonah 4Numbers 22Acts 9Resources:Tools for Transition: A free webinar3D Transitions Group CoachingSupport the showSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate with Tim Austin. In this episode we'll be exploring the art of managing turmoil in transition seasons. Transitions are naturally seasons of turmoil. They feel like storms passing over our lives, maybe more like hurricanes! But in the midst of the chaos and confusion, there are some approaches that will help us navigate even the most difficult of transitions. Join Tim as he discusses three key strategies to help keep you grounded and clear when transition threatens to overturn your life.Resources:Tools for Transition: A free webinar3D Transitions Group CoachingSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate with Tim Austin. In this episode we'll be exploring the significance of what Tim calls anchor points, and how they can help us find stability in the winds and waves of change.Transitions are a natural part of life. They often come unexpectedly and can leave us feeling lost and unsure of where we stand. The steadiness and stability we once knew can seem like distant memories. But what if there was a way to navigate these uncertain times with more confidence and clarity? That's where anchor points come in.Resources for establishing anchor points:Mind Mapping ToolWeekly Reflection ToolSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this first episode of a brand new season, Heidi Lewerenz introduces a strategy for navigating change she calls "microseasons." This values-based approach to doing what matters  helps us measure impact and success in shorter intervals so we don't lose sight of our priorities and as Heidi puts it "sacrifice what's important on the altar of what gets noticed."Navigate is all about taking the guesswork out of transition. Ready to dive into a new season of Navigate? Let's go!About Heidi LewerenzHeidi is a Leadership Coach and Trainer from Wisconsin ---where you can mow your lawn and shovel snow all in the same day. She's created and owned a handful of businesses, started a few ministries, and burned many things in the oven.  She has a B.A. in Communications, holds multiple coaching and training certifications and delights in helping entrepreneurs be present and profitable using the Microseason Method (TM).  Heidi lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their houseful of 7 kids age 4 to 19.  She's been a Midwest redhead all her life,  and frequently dreams of moving closer to the equator.Connect with Heidi:WebsiteInstagramSupport the showThanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.comLet' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Can the disruption of this transition really be God's gift to me in disguise? Who am I apart from the work I do?  How can I regain a sense purpose and calling? When the work we do feels so connected to our sense of purpose and identity, these are just a few of the questions we may ask.Join Tim and his guest Annie Perdue-Olson as they have a conversation about life's surprises which catapult us into transiton, and how to leverage the growth opportunities through them. Valuable insights await!About Annie Perdue-OlsonAnnie is founder of Leading Better Together, working with leaders to navigate the complexities in relationships and cultivate healthy teams through strategic conversations. She is also host of Lead Your Leaders: A podcast to get the team you've always wanted where she and her guests answer questions submitted by leaders and listeners. She leverages over 20 years of ministry and nonprofit experience as she guides leaders through the people challenges that sidetrack ministry. She holds a Master of Arts in Human Resources and Change Leadership, is a Certified Leadership Coach and certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator practitioner.Connect with AnnieWebsiteLead Your Leaders PodcastInstagramFacebook LinkedinLet's have a conversatoin @ Encompass Life Coaching!Support the show

What are some places where transition and life calling intersect? What's the potential for life calling discovery through transition seasons? Chris Heinz returns for another conversation with Tim to probe these questions and more.Learn why relationship is at the core of Life Calling Discovery.About Chris:Chris Heinz is a certified coach, professional development speaker, and founder of the Christian Life Calling Institute. He helps Christians find their life calling and live with intention. He's the author of several faith-focused books including one on Christian life calling that will be released in Spring 2023. Chris also helps companies with employee engagement and talent development through his business, Chris Heinz Co. He is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, top-rated learning partner for Penn State, and frequent workshop leader. Chris serves on the National Board of Christ Now.He and his family live in Charlottesville, VA.Resources mentioned in this episode:Chris Heinz Co. Christian Life Calling Institute:  Use discount code CALLING2022The Great ResignationSchedule a coaching discovery call with Tim AustinSupport the show

Transitions are a combination of disruption and recalibration, obstacles and opportunities. They can be resets with profound and lasting ripple effects. Nobody knows this like Heidi Lewerenz, Tim's guest for this episode of Navigate. You're in for a real treat as you get to know Heidi, listen to her insights, and learn about the tools and resources she offers.About Tim's Guest:Heidi Lewerenz is a Leadership Coach and Trainer from Wisconsin ---where you can mow your lawn and shovel snow all in the same day. She's created and owned a handful of businesses, started a few ministries, and burned many things in the oven.  She has a B.A. in Communications, is certified as a Leader to Leader ™ Coach Facilitator, Strengths Champion™ (trained by the first Gallup Strengths Certified Coach) and an ACC certified Leadership & Executive Coach through the International Coaching Federation.  She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their house full of 7 kids age 3 to 18.  She's been a Midwest redhead all her life, has enjoyed serving in short-term overseas missions and frequently dreams of moving closer to the equator.Connect with Heidi:Free resource: "3 Ways to Choose Calm Over Crazy"   https://www.heidilewerenz.com/calmInstagram: www.instagram.com/heidilewerenzLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/heidilewerenzFB: www.facebook.com/heidilewerenzleadershipWebsite: www.heidilewerenz.comReflect:Where are you between the letting go and embracing the new? What are some of those holds or non-negotiables as you scale the transition mountain? As you consider the glass and rubber ball analogy, what will you choose to think and care about on the journey? What are some boundaries you may need to set for that to happen?Let's have a conversation @ Encompass Life CoachingSupport the show

In this episode of Navigate Tim has the privilege of meeting up with a guy who lived and worked in Central Asia during the time he and his family were there. Although their paths never crossed through all those years,  they recently met and now even collaborate on some work together. Tim and Bernie get to know each other through this conversation while discussing some themes and topics  around core values, identity and business as mission.About Bernie Anderson: Bernie Anderson served as a senior pastor in the US, before initiating urban community development work in Ulaanbaator, Mongolia and building financial partners with World Relief. He currently serves as the cross-cultural leadership director and a business and non-profit consultant with Growability® Consulting.You can connect with Bernie at Growability and Bernieanderson.substack.comOther Resources:Global TrellisEvery Good Endeavor by Timothy KellerFree Needs and Values WorksheetSupport the show

The summer months bring unique opportunities for big moments.  Breaks from routine, vacations, time with family and friends…it all comes with opportunities to experience those big moments that don't present themselves every day. And so it's appropriate to be having a conversation with our guest today, someone who not only recognizes the value and the growth potential in life's Big moments; she's taken it a step further to come alongside others in their moments...and does this for a living.About Tim's Guest:Sonja Wallenbeck helps Christian moms with the tools to thrive in life's big moments instead of just survive. She is helping mothers look back at milestone moments and see joy in the journey and fulfillment in the memories.As a Certified REALIFE Process® Facilitator and a Certified ©iEnneagram Practitioner, Sonja's hope is for women to be able to walk confidently and successfully through their big moments while learning more about themselves and how they should navigate these moments well. Sonja's been married for over 28 years, has three grown daughters, and, as you can imaging, has walked through a lot of these moments herself. Sonja believes that every mom deserves to have a cheerleader walking alongside them during the most bittersweet milestones of life.Connect with Sonja:Website: https://www.bigmomentmentor.com/Podcast: Moments MatterFree Resource: https://www.bigmomentmentor.com/victoryInstagram: @bigmomentmentor Facebook: Big Moment MentorSupport the show

Tim returns to the topic of Third Culture Kids with friend and TCK educationial specialist Bethany. Due to the sensitive nature of the region of the world where Bethany serves, we will be using her first name only. Bethany has been working in Central Eurasia with TCKs since 2005.  She's served as a teacher, principal, and an educational consultant for cross cultural workers serving throughout that part of the world. This includes countries such as Tajikistan and Turkey. She combines her passion of reaching the lost with the message of hope while supporting Third Culture Kids and seeing them thrive on the field.This episode will be valuable to you if:You're a cross cultural worker wanting to understand and support families of TCK'S.You're a church or sending organization a you want to be better equipped to care for global worker families.You're a teen or adult TCK wanting to understand yourself better.You're parents of a TCK needing resources.You're just plain curious.Recommended Resources:Educational Consultant OrganizationsSHARE Educational Services – serves families serving in Europe, Middle East and Central Asia https://www.shareeducation.orgSAFE  (formally AERC)  serving families serving in Asia  https://www.asiaerc.org/aerc_alpha/ANCHOR – serving families in Africa https://anchoreducation.org Book ResourcesRaising Up a Generation of Healthy TCKS  by Lauren WellsThe Grief Tower” by Lauren WellsCounseling for Global Workers (including children)Olive Tree in Antalya, Turkey  https://olivetreecounseling.orgThe Well in Thailand  https://www.thewellintl.org Websites Interaction International https://interactionintl.orgWorld Family Education https://worldfamilyeducation.com/cross-cultural-kids-third-culture-kids-global-nomads-what-are-they/ Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Transition is a place where everything seems uncertain and up for grabs, especially when accompanied by loss. In this episode Tim has a  real, raw conversation around grief and loss with his guests Matt and Kari Perkins. Woven into their story is a message of hope that we know will encourage you.About Matt and Kari PerkinsMatt and Kari met while going through counseling following the loss of their spouses. They married in 2017 and have a blended family of seven kids. Together, they seek to inspire those impacted by loss, to find the beauty in brokenness and take the next step forward. Matt has served in key ministry roles for nearly thirty years for influential churches across the United States. Their refreshing approach to the topic of grief and moving forward after loss is a needed resource in today's society.Matt and Kari are also the founders of Grief to Growth, a dynamic program which helps those impacted by loss move forward with purpose.Resources Mentioned in this Episode of Navigate:Grief to Growth PodcastGrief to Growth ProgramTransitions CoachingSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Transition stories are often characterized by illustrations and metaphors God gives us along the way. They become signposts to look back on a difficult season and be reminded of His goodness. Fear to Courage, Darkness to Light...these are part of Eric Vinson's journey of discovery and growth through a difficult transition.Join Navigate Podcast host Tim Austin and his guest Erica Vinson as they discuss some of the tools and resources they've found helpful in navigating both personal and professional change.About Erica:Erica Vinson loves connecting with others through creating content, coaching, and community. She is passionate about partnering with clients as they courageously face their fears and move forward in greater freedom toward more fear

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, join Tim and his guest Janna Thomason as they discuss the role that personal needs and values play in season of change.  They talk about how an understanding of one's needs and values can get us unstuck and prepared to make major life and career decisions, with purpose and clarity.About Tim's Guest: Janna Thomason BSN RN-BC, is a REALIFE Process® Charter Facilitator and Certified Enneagram Coach.Janna has been a Registered Nurse for over 22 years with a background in Critical Care, Post-Anesthesia, Informatics, and Nursing Professional Development.  In her own words Janna says, “We, as nurses give to our patients and to our families and then wake up one day and feel lost.” Janna is committed and passionate to help the mid-life nurse develop clarity By understanding who they are and how they can live their best life and do their best work in their relationships and with their patients.Connect with Janna:enneagramnurse@gmail.comwww.enneagramnurse.comTik Tok: @enneagramnursewww.facebook.com/enneagramnursewww.linkedin.com/in/janna-thomasonInstagram: @enneagramnurseResources mentioned in this episode:The Needs and Values AssessmentSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Transition has a way of placing demands on us to be more open and welcoming to change. In order to embrace change, letting go must be part of navigating transition seasons.  Join Tim Austin and Dr. Ally Butrous as they discuss the struggle which we must enter into in order to create space for new thoughts and approaches to change.You'll be reminded that relinquishing our plans in exchange for God's greater plans and purposes can feel risky and uncomfortable, but it truly is the path to our best life, the one He designs for us.Dr. Ally loves to teach people how they can thrive in their life, thoughts, emotions and relationships. She earned a masters degree in psychology from Pepperdine University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Biola University. Dr. Ally has over ten years of experience in the field of mental health, including providing services in mental health treatment centers for children and teens, university and church counseling centers, and a hospital psychiatric department. In 2018, Ally and her husband, Jeremy, started a business called Radiant Thoughts, which offers consulting, life coaching, publishing and ghostwriting services.Dr. Ally has ghostwritten several christian books, and she and Jeremy co-wrote “The Ways of Prosperity,” which was published by Thomas Nelson in 2020. This book topped Amazon rankings for new releases in Christian Counseling that year. Their second book, "Learning How to Love" was just released July 14th, 2021.  Dr. Ally co-hosts two podcasts and an online teaching platform with Jeremy. She also hosts "Tuesday Talks," a podcast focused on sharing tips for emotional and relational thriving. In their free time, Jeremy and Ally love traveling the world, and have been to over 50 countries so far.Other resources mentioned on this episode:1. Ally's Website Radiant Thoughts2. Jeremy and Ally's YouTube Travel Channel3. Tim's Austin's Tools for Transition Webinar4. Email Dr. Ally Butrous: ally@radiantthoughts.com5. Email Tim Austin: tim@encompasslifecoaching.com6. Schedule a 1 on 1 coaching discovery call: Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Welcome to this 40th episode of Navigate! This milestone episode marks the completion of three conversations -one with each of Tim's adult Third Culture Kids. By the way, if you're unfamiliar with the term Third Culture Kid, or TCK for short, have a listen to episode 39, where podcast guest  Chad Phillips does a great job of unpacking that for us.This episode conversation brings in Luke Austin. Luke has spent the majority  of his life outside of the United States, which happens to be his passport country. During his childhood and teen years, Luke roamed the globe with his parents, residing mostly in Central Asia and Turkey. Luke and his family returned to the U.S. in 2016, the summer he graduated from high school.Luke currently lives with his wife Maria in Chicago, where he works as a digital marketing team leader with an Orange County based company. The Austin family recently had the opportunity to return to Turkey for a brief visit, and this conversation takes place from there. As a heads up, there is an added touch of realism to this conversation. The context is outside on the terrace of the Austin's guest apartment, where Tim and Luke had some gusty winds to deal with. Nonetheless we think you're going to enjoy getting to know Tim's son Luke Austin…Here's some additional resources on the topic of TCK's:Podcast Episodes:Core Values with Adrianne VerheyenThird Culture Kids with Emma AustinThird Culture Kids and Transition with Chad PhillipsTCK Re-Entry/Transition:https://interactionintl.org/programs/transition-seminar/https://www.barnabas.org/member-care/events/mk-transitional-seminarBooks:Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, by David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock (3rd ed), Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2017.Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Third Culture Kids or TCK's for short…Who are they and what defines them? How did the term originate? And why is it important for us to understand the unique opportunities and challenges they face? You'll hear about all of this and more with Tim's good friend and guest on the show, Chad Phillips. Chad Phillips is a TCK from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and The Netherlands. He spent his first 18 years overseas. He also served TCKs internationally in Singapore and Belgium. Chad has been directing International Society of Missionary Kids (ISMK) since 2004, and continues to coach TCKs (and their families) on a global scale. He has an M.A. in Christian Ministries from AGTS, with an emphasis in life coaching and eight years of professional life-coaching experience.  After graduating high school from The American School of The Hague, Chad went to North Central University in Minneapolis, and did his internship in Singapore. It was during his college years that Chad met his beautiful bride, Dargan. Chad and Dargan are parents to two young adult TCK's, Katherine and Graham. TCK's are an amazing group of human beings. Tim and his wife Eve are parents to three TCK's, so they are definitely near and dear to his heart and the motivation for producing this series of episodes about TCK's.  What's your relationship to TCK's, or what could it be? What might be your call to action in response to this conversation? Raising awareness in your church community? Befriending a TCK? Reaching out to the parents of a TCK? Supporting those like Chad and Dargan Phillips who are on the front lines working with TCK's?  Praying for TCK's and their families as they adjust and acculturate to new situations and environments?Here's some additional resources on the topic of TCK's:Podcast Episodes:Core Values with Adrianne VerheyenThird Culture Kids with Emma AustinTCK Re-Entry/Transition:https://interactionintl.org/programs/transition-seminar/https://www.barnabas.org/member-care/events/mk-transitional-seminarBooks:Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, by David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock (3rd ed), Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2017.Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Tim's guest for this episode is Emma Austin, a young adult TCK who has spent most of her life living in Central Asia and Turkey. She is also Tim's daughter.Navigating transition from high school to the next thing can be challenging for any young adult, but TCK's bring a unique set of challenges and strengths to the process. Join Tim and Emma as they talk about what it's like to journey with God and surrender to Him through big choices. Follow Emma's blogSupport EmmaNotes:The term third culture kid (TCK) may be new to some.  TCK's are people who were raised in a culture other than their parents' or the culture of their country of nationality, and also live in a different environment during a significant part of their child development years. They typically are exposed to a greater volume and variety of cultural influences than those who grow up in one particular cultural setting. The term applies to both adults and children, as the term "kid" refers to the individual's formative or developmental years.TCKs move between cultures before they have had the opportunity to fully develop their personal and cultural identity. The first culture of such individuals refers to the culture of the country from which the parents originated, the second culture refers to the culture in which the family currently resides, and the third culture refers to the amalgamation of these two cultures. (Source: Wikipedia)Tim and his wife Eve have raised three TCK's, who are now young adults with some stories to tell.Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Mark Ross is welcomed back to be the host of the show while Tim shares some of his personal journey, providing the backdrop for this podcast and the other work he does.By nature, Tim prefers to shine the spotlight on others and lift others up. Consequently, he was not so sure about being on the other side of the conversation with someone else asking the questions. However, Mark sold Tim on the idea and this episode is the result. Hope you enjoy getting to know Tim Austin a bit more!About our Guest Host Mark Ross:When not coaching, Ross brings together his love of art and architecture by creating visual music to inspire the world through expressionistic landscape paintings. He resides in Missouri City, TX, is married to Jeannie and is the proud father of two grown daughters. A native Houstonian, Ross is active in his local church. He is an avid walker, follows professional surfing, and loves pretty much anything process-oriented.mark@nextthinggroup.commark@rockretirementclub.comwww.nextthinggroup.comwww.linkedin.com/in/markross2https://en-gb.facebook.com/yournextthing/ Instagram: @next_thing_artResources, Support and Training:Tools for Transition: A Workshop, https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/workshops*Use discount code NAVIGATE to get half off!Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Tim and his guest Lori Ferrell continue a conversation around the theme of rest.  How do we become willing, open and active recipients to the rest we need?Lori FerrellLori Ferrell is a wife, mother of two boys, and a spiritual director.  Her passion is to invite others into rhythms of rest and to know themselves as fully known and fully loved.Website: soulsala.orgWe are not defined by our ministry, our work, our roles—but delighting in God, in God's creation, and in this place remembering who we are at the core. In light of this we can see that rest is meant to restore us to our sense of who we are as God's beloved—as image bearers of God.Rest is a gift God wants us to experience—not something that God is commanding us to do as a box to check off the list. And so, if you've found yourself longing for rest as you heard the invitation in Matthew 11:28—“Come to me all who are weary…” then why not give yourself the gift of rest?Some Rest/Sabbath Practices: SabbathSolitudeSilenceRetreatBeing in natureCelebrationSavoring practices—practices that cause us to slow down and really notice/see/experienceCandle lighting Breath prayersPracticing gratitude—in community, or in a journal Quotes:“Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28“Resting with you, I become myself again.” —Peter Traben Haas, author of Centering Prayers“Refreshing rest is that which renews us in the image of God, and in which we experience and delight in something of how God intended life in his creation to be.” - Sue Currie, director of Selah LTI training programDepletion is inevitable, so restoration becomes essential. - Daniel HahnBooks Tim Loves:The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter ScazzeroThe Rest of God by Mark BuchananBooks Lori Loves:Invitation to Retreat by Ruth Haley BartonAn Unhurried Life by Alan FadlingKeeping the Sabbath Wholly by Marva J. DawnSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

In this Navigate conversation, Tim and his guest Lori Ferrell dive into the theme of rest. How do we become willing, open and active recipients to the rest we need?Lori FerrellLori Ferrell is a wife, mother of two boys, and a spiritual director.  Her passion is to invite others into rhythms of rest and to know themselves as fully known and fully loved.Website: soulsala.orgWe are not defined by our ministry, our work, our roles—but delighting in God, in God's creation, and in this place remembering who we are at the core. In light of this we can see that rest is meant to restore us to our sense of who we are as God's beloved—as image bearers of God.Rest is a gift God wants us to experience—not something that God is commanding us to do as a box to check off the list. And so, if you've found yourself longing for rest as you heard the invitation in Matthew 11:28—“Come to me all who are weary…” then why not give yourself the gift of rest?Some Rest/Sabbath Practices: SabbathSolitudeSilenceRetreatBeing in natureCelebrationSavoring practices—practices that cause us to slow down and really notice/see/experienceCandle lighting Breath prayersPracticing gratitude—in community, or in a journal Quotes:“Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28“Resting with you, I become myself again.” —Peter Traben Haas, author of Centering Prayers“Refreshing rest is that which renews us in the image of God, and in which we experience and delight in something of how God intended life in his creation to be.” - Sue Currie, director of Selah LTI training programDepletion is inevitable, so restoration becomes essential. - Daniel HahnBooks Tim Loves:The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter ScazzeroThe Rest of God by Mark BuchananBooks Lori Loves:Invitation to Retreat by Ruth Haley BartonAn Unhurried Life by Alan FadlingKeeping the Sabbath Wholly by Marva J. DawnSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Join Tim Austin and his wife Eve Austin as they continue a conversation with Jeff and Sara Simons about their own personal approaches to navigating transition seasons.With over 35 years of cross-cultural experience collectively, the Austins and the Simons are just the ones to be talking about the do's and dont's of walking through challenging transitions.Jeff and Sara are both professional coaches and cross-cultural companions to global leaders in major transition. Sara is also a coach and founder of The Way Between, where she and Jeff create resources and workshops using life planning tools, art and movement. They are a family on mission with their two kids, now residing in Denver, CO, after 12 years of overseas work in three countries. Sara recently published a book called “The Art of Transition”. Tim personally attended her book launch party, and was quite impressed with what he saw. This episode highlights this amazing resource for those in transition seasons.Resources and Freebies:Jeff and Sara Simons, thewaybetween.orgMap your Network Free Download: https://www.thewaybetween.org/products-1 Get the book: NEW!!! The Art of Transition: A Creative Process for Navigating Change Workbook — The Way BetweenEve Austin Counseling, eveaustin.comBook a coaching discovery call with Tim here: Schedule Custom Life Coach Call — Encompass Life CoachingSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Join Tim Austin and his wife Eve Austin as they sit down with Jeff and Sara Simons to have a conversation about utilizing art and movement as a strategy for navigating transition seasons.With over 35 years of cross-cultural experience collectively, the Austins and the Simons are just the ones to be talking about the do's and dont's of walking through challenging transitions.Jeff and Sara are both professional coaches and cross-cultural companions to global leaders in major transition. Sara is also a coach and founder of The Way Between, where she and Jeff create resources and workshops using life planning tools, art and movement. They are a family on mission with their two kids, now residing in Denver, CO, after 12 years of overseas work in three countries. Sara recently published a book called “The Art of Transition”. Tim personally attended her book launch party, and was quite impressed with what he saw. This episode highlights this amazing resource for those in transition seasons.Resources:Jeff and Sara Simons, thewaybetween.orgEve Austin Counseling, eveaustin.comBook a coaching discovery call with Tim here: Schedule Custom Life Coach Call — Encompass Life CoachingSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Pastors who also work in field of professional counseling have a unique calling and set of challenges around that call. Join Tim and his guest Austin Pritchard as they discuss some of Austin's personal story of transition, his role as a Pastor and Marriage/Family Therapist, and keys to successful connection and communication in marriage and relationships.Austin Pritchard is a pastor and Marriage and Family therapist in south-central Pennsylvania. He has a passion for helping people reach their fullest potential and achieve their dreams. Austin spent 12-years Active Duty in the U.S. Air Force where he focused on leading teams, providing support to deployed team members, and overseeing tactical training. Austin received his Associate's Degree in Electronics from the University of the Air Force in 2008. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Liberty University in 2016 and a Master’s of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University in the spring of 2019.Being a husband and father is one of Austin’s greatest joys. Austin and his wife Teresa have two daughters, Aurora and Damaris. Ways to connect with Austin:website: www.homesteadfamilytherapy.comFacebook: @homesteadfamilytherapyInstagram: @homesteadfamilytherapyOther Resources:Learn more about the Realife Process® Retreat which Tim and his wife Eve will be hosting at beautiful Lake Tahoe, May 14-16: REALIFE Process Retreat — Encompass Life CoachingBook a coaching discovery call with Tim here: Schedule Custom Life Coach Call — Encompass Life CoachingSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

In transition seasons, exploring one's life calling can be a rich area for discovery and growth.Join Tim and his guest Chris Heinz as they discuss some key principles of life calling, such as...How God might use disruption to get our attention focused on life callingThe relationship between transition and life calling discoveryIntentional and practical steps toward understanding our personal life callingsHelpful resources and tools to aid us in the discovery processWhat intentional steps could you start taking to explore and discover your personal life calling today?About Chris Heinz:Chris is a life calling coach who helps people to live from purpose, passion, and power.His latest project is building the Life Calling Institute, which helps people from various life stages to explore life calling together.He is a Certified REALIFE Process® Facilitator, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Certified ®iEnneagram Practitioner, and Certified Professional Life Coach.Chris is the Founder of Chris Heinz Co. and Chief People Officer for EnergyCAP, Inc. In addition, he's a top-rated Learning Partner for Penn State, where he leads programs on Strengths and Employee Engagement.He has been a speaker for Gallup, SHRM, International Enneagram Association, and Catalyst, and he is the author of several faith-based books. After a 12-year career in software marketing, Chris changed his focus to personal development. After receiving several coaching certifications, he developed an employee engagement program, strengths-based culture, and employee growth program for EnergyCAP. Since implementing them, the company has seen double-digit increases in engagement year-after-year and was recognized as a "Best Workplace" by Inc. Magazine.Chris lives in central Pennsylvania with his wife, three kids, and golden retriever. He likes to buy books and sometimes reads them.Get more info at www.ChrisHeinz.comSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

What’s your relationship with money and how is it impacting your soul? Our relationship with money certainly affects our relationships, both horizontally with others and vertically with God. But it goes even beyond that. It impacts our own souls. Those of us who do personal support raising or raise funds for non-profits have a unique set of challenges when it comes to this interplay between money and the soul.Tim's guests for this episode are Amy Young, founder of Global Trellis, Lori Ferrell- a spiritual director, and Daniel Whitt, a cross-cultural worker currently career transitioning into the profession of personal financial planning. Thanks for listening and here's how you can learn more about Tim's guests today:Amy YoungLife enthusiast. Author. Sports lover. Jesus follower. Supporter of cross-cultural work. Amy helps people find the sweet spot between burnout and stalling out so they can keep growing.Website: globaltrellis.comLori FerrellLori Ferrell is a wife, mother of two boys, and a spiritual director. Her passion is to invite others into rhythms of rest and to know themselves as fully known and fully loved.Website: soulsala.orgDaniel WhittDaniel Whitt and his family have recently relocated back to the U.S. after 8 years of cross-cultural work, 5 of which were spent in the Himalayas of south Asia. He is currently career transitioning into the profession of personal financial planning. As a candidate for the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification, Daniel is excited to share some insights with the cross cultural worker community from his own journey and experiences.Schedule a chat with Daniel to discuss general financial and support raising topics.Resources for a deeper dive: A Spirituality of Fundraising - Henri Nouwen - An engaging read touching on support raising and the soul.Vagabond Finances - Financial insights for U.S. expatriates and cross cultural workers.Ron Blue Institute - Biblical insights into financial management.Millionaire Expat - Andrew Hallam - Deeper dive into cost-effective investment options for cross-cultural workers of all nationalities.Schedule a coaching discovery call with Tim Austin of Encompass Life Coaching.Support the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

Welcome to the podcast. This episode of Navigate is taking a slightly different approach as Tim shares his personal transition insights with the creator the The Realife Process®, Teresa McCloy. Teresa is also the host of The Realife Process® Podcast, which you’re going to hear about because Teresa and Tim actually partnered together to create this conversation for both of their podcasts.More about Teresa McCloy...Teresa is the creator of The Realife Process®, Keynote Speaker, Podcaster and a Certified Coach with the Int’l Coaching Federation. Teresa partners with her clients as a coach, consultant and professional speaker to forget being productive and do what truly matters. Through the Realife Process® that includes the Enneagram Typology Profile, she serves clients to move from living with their hair on fire to discovering clarity about the life they want to live each day and the process to make it happen.Teresa lives with her husband Dale on their 3rd generation family farm in Southern Central Illinois. She still drives a tractor when needed and loves a great cup of coffee or long lingering meal with friends.Connect with Teresa:Instagram: teresa.mccloyFacebook: @CoachTeresaMcCloyEmail: teresa@teresamccloy.comWebsite: therealifeprocess.comHonorable Mentions:The Realife Process® Retreat, Lake Tahoe, May 14-16: REALIFE Process Retreat — Encompass Life CoachingBook Your Discovery Call: Schedule Custom Life Coach Call — Encompass Life CoachingSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Tim invites Mark Ross to talk about discovering your next thing in transition seasons. Mark is a skilled professional certified coach who has his own personal story of finding purpose and fulfillment in the second half of life. What he brings in experience and skill as a coach allows professionals to walk with Ross in gaining greater clarity in life and work and, ultimately, design a pathway to prosper.If you or someone you know is looking for inspiration and guidance for navigating a successful transition in the second half of life, this episode is a must listen! Meet Mark Ross...Artist, Encore Coach RLA, MBA, CPLC, ACC Retired Executive. REWIRED Encorepreneur—Pursuing the Life and Work that matters most in the second half! Mark is the owner of Next Thing Group, an Artist, Landscape Architect, a certified Professional Life and Leadership Coach, is credentialed with the International Coach Federation and holds several other related certifications. Mark also serves as a Team Host with Rock Retirement Club. When not coaching, Ross brings together his love of art and architecture by creating visual music to inspire the world through expressionistic landscape paintings. He resides in Missouri City, TX, is married to Jeannie and is the proud father of two grown daughters. A native Houstonian, Ross is active in his local church. He is an avid walker, follows professional surfing, and loves pretty much anything process-oriented. mark@nextthinggroup.com mark@rockretirementclub.com www.nextthinggroup.com www.linkedin.com/in/markross2 https://en-gb.facebook.com/yournextthing/ Instagram: @next_thing_art Books:The Encore Career Handbook: How to Make a Living and a Difference in the Second Half of LifeDon't Retire, REWIRE!: 5 Steps to Fulfilling Work That Fuels Your Passion, Suits Your Personality, and Paperback Launch Your Encore: Finding Adventure and Purpose Later in Life, by Hans Finzel & Rick HicksHow to Live Forever: The Enduring Power of Connecting the Generations, by Marc FreedmanEncore: Finding Work That Matters in the Second Half of Life, by Marc FreedmanThe Next Right Thing: A Simple, Soulful Practice for Making Life Decisions , by Emily P. FreemanWebsites:Encompass Life CoachingThe Realife Process®Second Act Stories – with Andy LevineMy Lifestyle Career | Profit From Your Passions During RetirementHomepage - encore.orgTop five regrets of the dying | Death and dying | The GuardianSupport the show (https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/support)

In this episode of Navigate, Tim has a conversation with Dave Lovett about their overlapping years living in Central Asia and some of the life lessons they've learned.Vision, when left untamed, can have a way of crowding out our enjoyment of the simple things in life. It has the potential to sabotage relationships, drying up an otherwise fruitful life. Church planters can face this. Entrepreneurs struggle with this. Just about anyone with ambition. What do you do with a when vision collides with unmet expectations? Holding onto a vision, as our guest will share today, can sometimes feel like holding a tiger by the tail. When so much about living in uncertain times and places is focused on survival, how can we keep the vision alive and not neglect the people most important to us? These are real questions not only for cross-cultural workers; they are universal concerns for anyone desiring to maintain a healthy work/life balance. Listen in!About Dave Lovett:In l979, Dave served for two years with Operation Mobilization in India, Pakistan and Europe in a ministry of discipleship and evangelism. Pam and Dave met at Bethany College of Missions and graduated in l982 with BA's in Missions and Theology. They were married in October of l982. After marriage, Dave and Pam went with OM to India and Pakistan in l983-85 to lead OM's base for training, outreach/church ministry, hospitality and administration in New Delhi, India. They served for two years in Bangladesh (1986-88), where Dave was the Director of an OM training program for Bangladeshi young men from Hindu and Muslim backgrounds. They worked for two years (l988-90) in Pakistan, along the border of Afghanistan learning the Afghan Dari language and culture. After eight years of ministry, they took a sabbatical, and Dave did an MA in Intercultural Studies and Missions at Wheaton Graduate School (l990-91). While at Wheaton, they agreed with OM leaders to pioneer a new ministry in Tajikistan. In August l992, they felt God leading them to start a new organization called the Central Asian Development Agency (CADA.) From 1993-2006, Dave and Pam’s team helped start four registered churches and many home groups for the new believers. In 2001, they started a new ministry in Afghanistan with Operation Mercy that has grown to a team of 15-20 staff working in three cities and in rural areas. In January 2004, they started a new ministry in Iran working in disaster relief with earthquake victims and with Afghan refugee women and their families. Today, Dave and Pam serve as regional Leaders for OM’s ministries in Central and South Asia, overseeing the ministries in Iran, India, Pakistan and Bangladesh (as well as 10 other countries).Resources:www.encompasslifecoaching.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

There’s so much that goes into processing and planning major transitions. So many areas need our attention. We can fall prey to blind spots if not careful. It can definitely feel overwhelming. But what would it look like to have a map and a compass for the journey? Guest Jeff Simons returns for a conversation with Tim to help equip us with a structure and strategy for landing and setting up well.About Jeff: Jeff Simons is a missiologist at core, with an MA in inter-cultural studies. He works out this passion and calling as a trained leadership coach, and a cross-cultural companion to global leaders in major transition. Jeff does this in partnership with his wife, Sara, the founder of The Way Between- an organization serving global leaders in major transition. They are a family on mission with their two kids, now residing in Denver, CO, after 12 years of overseas work in three countries. Jeff also hammers out his passion through the artistic spiritual disciplines of up-cycled wood working, clay sculpture, and literary wordsmithing. He’s a contemplative, naturalist, egalitarian and postmodern strategist for Kingdom influence.Resources:The Way Between, www.thewaybetween.orgEncompass Life Coaching, www.encompasslifecoaching.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Join Tim and Global Trellis guests as they discuss the differences between coaching, counseling, and spiritual direction, as well as places where there is overlap. This episode will increase your understanding of these services and the vital role each one plays in moving us toward wholeness. Equip yourself with the tools to navigate choices when it comes your support structure, personally and professionally.Guest List:Amy YoungLife enthusiast. Author. Sports lover. Jesus follower. Supporter of cross-cultural work. Amy helps people find the sweet spot between burnout and stalling out so they can keep growing.Website: globaltrellis.comLori FerrellLori Ferrell is a wife, mother of two boys, and a spiritual director. Her passion is to invite others into rhythms of rest and to know themselves as fully known and fully loved. Website: soulsala.orgLane ArnoldLane Arnold delights in the creative invitations of the wild, winsome, and wondrous Good Father, Lover Jesus, and Holy Spirit. She passionately pursues prayerfulness for herself, her family, her friends and for her directees and those she works with in her roles as life coach, writing coach, and editor.Website: lanemarnold.com. Katie Brown, MA, LPCKatie Brown is a follower of Jesus, wife, mother, friend and licensed professional counselor in the state of Colorado, USA. She loves people, healthy living, the outdoors and the global world.Website: zoecounselinglife.comSchedule your complementary coaching discovery call: encompasslifecoaching.com/schedule-life-coach-callSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

What do we need to consider when processing and planning a major transition? There are so many areas that need attention. It can feel overwhelming.Are you considering the right things as you walk through this season of change? Is there something you're missing?Transition is multi-faceted. There is probably more to this transition than meets the eye. In this episode of Navigate, Tim and his guest will discuss a process which will help guide you through your next transition. Whether you’re planning a move across town or to a new country, you’ll want to listen in to this conversation. Join Tim Austin and Jeff Simons as they have a conversation about a structure for processing and planning transitions called missions mapping.Jeff Simons is a missiologist at core, with an MA in inter-cultural studies. He works out this passion and calling as a trained leadership coach, and a cross-cultural companion to global leaders in major transition. Jeff does this in partnership with his wife, Sara, the founder of The Way Between- an organization serving global leaders in major transition. They are a family on mission with their two kids, now residing in Denver, CO, after 12 years of overseas work in three countries. Jeff also hammers out his passion through the artistic spiritual disciplines of up-cycled wood working, clay sculpture, and literary wordsmithing. He’s a contemplative, naturalist, egalitarian and postmodern strategist for Kingdom influence.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Have you struggled with personal diminished capacity in this season of transition? This is a real problem, especially when there are so many unknowns. But you are never alone.Tina Stoltzfus Horst is Tim's guest on this episode of Navigate. She has a personal story of walking through a season of diminished capacity before and during COVID-19. She also has a testimony of how God met her there.Tina is a coach, coach trainer, and author currently living in Goshen, Indiana, USA. She is married to Gary, mom to two adult children, and lives in the country with a large dog and lots of wildflowers.Tina is passionate about empowering cross-cultural leaders and has coached and trained leaders around the world for over 20 years. She is founder of Coaching Mission International, a non-profit providing coaching and coach training to the missions world, and the author of Dancing between Cultures: Culturally Intelligent Coaching for Missions and Ministry. Tools and Resources mentioned in this episode:1. Coaching Mission Int'l: coachingmission.com/2. The book "Dancing Between Cultures" by Tina Stoltzfus Horst @ dancingbetweencultures.com3. Cultural Values Chart: dancingbetweencultures.com/resources4. The Calling Journey by Tony Stoltzfus (book and timeline exercise): thecallingjourney.com5. Want to be a guest on Navigate? Submit this form to be considered: http://tiny.cc/roi2kzSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Tim talks with Tracy and Brandi Welterlen about finding hope in suffering.Making sense out of difficult transitions is never easy. When the transition involves human suffering, the challenges grow exponentially. The Welterlens share from their experience a unique story that will grab your attention and challenge your understanding of God's purpose in suffering.Brandi and Tracy Welterlen have worked cross-culturally for 17 years in Russia and Central Asia in the sphere of Bible translation. They have two kids - a girl in her first year of university and a boy in high school. They've lived for several years in southwest Germany where Brandi serves as a counselor and Tracy is a director or technical services to support translation and language projects.Tools and Resources mentioned in this episode:1. Hebrews, Chapter 10, The Holy Bible2. Olive Tree Counseling Center: http://olivetreecounseling.org/3. Want to be a guest on Navigate? Submit this form to be considered: http://tiny.cc/roi2kzSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Tim talks with Char Blair about finding true freedom through pivotal moments of desperation in our lives. Listen and be challenged, encouraged and inspired by Char's personal story.Char Blair is a gifted communicator. Her witty sense of humor and willingness to speak truth from God’s Word into real life situations are just the beginning of her many God-given talents and abilities. She is an ordained minister with the Northern California & Nevada Assemblies of God District Council where she has served for the past twenty years. She has recently accepted a new position within the District as Director of Church Ministries. This new position allows Char to fulfill her desire of helping people find their niche within the Kingdom, team building and speaking to the next generation. She is a graduate of William Jessup University receiving her degree in Counseling and Biblical Theology. Her favorite pass time is spoiling her two nephews, niece and new grandniece, cuddling her puppies and riding her motorcycle.Tools and Resources mentioned in this episode:1. Anonymous: Jesus' hidden years...and yours, by Alicia Britt Chole2. Quote by Mother Teresa: “We are not called to be successful, but faithful.”3. Want to be a guest on Navigate? Submit this form to be considered: http://tiny.cc/roi2kzSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Episode 20 of Navigate features a conversation with Dennis Conrad about embracing cultural and ethnic diversity among our churches. Culture-specific churches present a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Tim and Dennis talk about what characterizes a culture-specific church and the multi-generational families within these churches. Ministry leaders serving in their home countries and cross-culturally will be moved by Dennis' heart and motivated by his challenge to love, listen to, and embrace those who are different from us.For over 10 years, Dennis Conrad has been Director of Intercultural Ministries for the Nor-Cal-Nevada District of the Assemblies of God, which means he has served as liaison between the District Resource Center and culture-specific churches. (Currently, there are close to 100 second-language churches in the NCN District from the Fijian, Filipino, Samoan, Slavic, and Tongan Fellowships, and individual churches that are Arabic, Chinese, Deaf, East Indian, Hispanic, Iranian, Japanese, Korean, Native American, Portuguese, Romanian, and Vietnamese.) Dennis and Lynda were associate pastors in youth ministry and Christian Ed (full-time and part-time) in Susanville, Orangevale, and Modesto, California.Dennis has an M.A. in education and taught 25 years in CA public schools. Lynda worked as a principal's secretary for over 20 years, and has taught children's church most of her life. The Conrads lived in Fiji from 2002 to 2007 where they taught at the South Pacific Bible College. As Intercultural Ministries Director, they have been privileged to visit several other countries represented by churches in the District: Tonga, Samoa, Ukraine & Russia. And they have been guest teachers of English at Evangel Bible College in Myanmar (Burma) on four different occasions.Dennis and Lynda have developed a love for people of other cultures, and believe that God has sovereignly placed them in the position of Director of Intercultural Ministries for Northern-California-Nevada District.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Kicking off Navigate for 2020 is a conversation Tim and Eve Austin had with Sean and Celia (not their real names) about a new resource for global workers called Field Life.Sean and Celia have spent nearly 20 years in cross-cultural mission. They’ve lead small frontier teams, given national leadership to a large global mission organization in East Asia, and have helped build a ministry in Africa before recently co-founding Field Life. Now serving in their fifth country, Sean and Celia live in Southeast Asia with four of their six children (two in university.Additional Resources:Get $200 off the Momentum 2020 Conference for men using discount code NAVIGATE at www.fieldlife.orgSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Tim wraps up this first year of Navigate talking to Dr. Sam Huddleston about cultivating honor in the places we live and serve as leaders.While there are many components to healthy culture, honor is certainly an important one which often gets neglected in the rush to get things done. Discover how cultivating a culture of honor can transform your relationships and create an atmosphere where ministry can flourish.Bio:Dr. Samuel Huddleston, Assistant Superintendent of the Northern California and Nevada District Assemblies of God assists in giving oversight to over 430 churches. He also served as the founding pastor of Lighthouse Covenant Fellowship in Benicia, California from 1993 to 2004, a church that was started in his living room. He served as the lead Pastor for 11 ½ years until he was elected to his present position. Graduating in 1980 from Bethany College in Santa Cruz, CA, Samuel and his wife Linda moved to San Rafael, California, where he attended Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. Sensing a call to youth ministry, Samuel accepted a position at Church on the Hill in Vallejo, California, where he served from 1981 to 1988 under Pastor Terry Inman. While there, Pastor Inman encouraged Samuel further his education, and he subsequently enrolled at Azusa Pacific University, eventually earning his Masters Degree in Marriage Family and Child Counseling.That educational experience also helped Samuel to finally understand his troubled childhood and what had driven him, years earlier as a reckless teenager, to be involved in a crime that had cost him five years of his life in prison. While incarcerated, Samuel surrendered his life to Christ and learned about God’s unconditional love. His autobiography, Five Years to Life, has inspired people across America and throughout the world, giving them hope for a new beginning. Samuel has shared his testimony with thousands – including, government officials, businessmen, colleges, high schools, and prison inmates – reminding them not only with words but also with his very presence, that God has the power to put broken lives and broken relationships back together again. Before entering the pastorate in Benicia, Samuel was appointed Executive Director of Match Two Prisoner Outreach, at the time was the largest and most successful prison visitation program in the nation, which matches adult inmates and wards (youth) with outside volunteer visitors. Serving from 1988 to 1994, Samuel Huddleston remains the only former prisoner to ever lead a California Department of Corrections program.For 2 ½ years after M-2, during the time he was pastoring Samuel returned to his alma mater to serve as Dean of Students at Bethany University under Dr. Everett Wilson. It was while serving under Dr. Wilson that Samuel decided to continue his education at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia.In May 2006 Samuel received his Doctorate of Ministry degree from Regent, with his wife of 30 years, parents, children, and grandbabies in attendance. Samuel and Linda reside in Rancho Cordova, CA near their three children: Royce, Andre, and Ericka. They have thirteen grandchildren.Resources:Five Years to Life, by Dr. Samuel Huddleston, Available on AmazonSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

How do you pay attention to the creative opportunities in transition when there is so much to do, logistically and practically?Join Tim in a follow-up conversation with Sara Simons about creating new in transition seasons. Gain valuable insights and resources for engaging your creative side while navigating change.Sara has spent the last 10 years working as a cross-cultural transition coach and before that seven years working for Young Life ministries both stateside and in England. Sara has her own coaching practice called The Way Between where she creates resources and workshops using life planning tools, art and movement.Resources and tools mentioned in this episode:thewaybetween.orgencompasslifecoaching.comNavigate with Tim Austin Podcast, Episode 10, Creating New with Sara Simons, Part 1soulshepherding.org/breath-prayersSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Join Tim and his guest Amy Young as they talk about some resources that are available to you right where you’re at – no travel needed - resources that can help equip and connect you to the broader global community.Amy Young is a writer, speaker, and advocate for embracing the messy middle in life. After nearly twenty years in China, she co-founded the online community Velvet Ashes and just recently founded Global Trellis, which provides spiritual and professional development to cross-cultural workers where they are - no travel needed. Amy also helps cross-cultural workers flourish by writing books such as Looming Transitions, Enjoying Newsletters, and her most recent book, Getting Started. She enjoys cheering for the Denver Broncos and the Kansas Jayhawks. Though she misses steaming dumplings in Beijing, Amy currently lives in Denver, Colorado and, much to her surprise, enjoys gardening.Additional Resources:Books:1. Looming Transitions, by Amy Young2. All the News That's Fit to Tell and How to Tell It: How to Write Christian Newsletters, by Amy Young3. Getting Started: Making the Most of Your First Year in Cross-Cultural Service, by Amy YoungOnline: 1. Global Trellis, globaltrellis.com2. Velvet Ashes, velvetashes.com3. Encompass Life Coaching, encompasslifecoaching.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Once again, Tim strikes up a conversation with another transition specialist, this time by the name of John Leverington. Tim was introduced to John and his ministry while both of their families were living and serving in the country of Turkey.John and his wife Becky have tons of experience serving the global worker community as member care providers, most recently through Olive Tree Counseling Center in Antalya, Turkey.John is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is also an approved supervisor for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. John has responded to crisis events to assist teams and organizations to deal with the effects of trauma. He works with teens, couples and singles experiencing burn out, stress, depression, anxiety, loss, grief and marital problems. He also consults with member care workers, human resource coordinators and administrators regarding personnel issues. John has over 30 years of counseling experience and the last 20 years in full time volunteer work first in Papua New Guinea and now as founding director of Olive Tree Counseling Center. John is married with two married children and two grandchildren.John enjoys running, hiking, photography, and experiencing new places.Thanks for listening in!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

When life and ministry is good and you have a lot invested, where do you go with that internal shift, that feeling that change is looming around the corner? Just the thought of walking away onto a blank canvas can sound terrifying. At times leaders are called to take big risks, leaps of faith into the unknown. And it's in those times that we can feel most alone and misunderstood.In this episode of Navigate Tim continues his conversation with Jennifer Davis as they talk about her personal process of leaving and accepting God's invitation to paint on a new canvas.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

What should you do when it's hard to stay? How can we stay well when it's not our time to leave? Transition is as much about learning good strategies for surviving when it's hard as it is about leaning into the new God has for us. You might say this episode is about transition for survivalists!Listen in as Tim talks with former college classmate and pastor Jennifer Davis about her most recent transition and what it looks like to stay well.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

We've all seen the fallout when transitions aren't navigated purposefully. The impact on relationships and ministries can be disastrous, taking months, even years, to recover.Let's change the story and leave behind a legacy! Join Tim for part two of his conversation with Bret Allen as they talk about change as a process and what gets in the way of successful transitions.Pastor Bret Allen is the District Superintendent of the Northern California/Nevada Assemblies of God District of churches.Bret's pastoral ministry to leaders began in 1986 and has included multiple ministry roles including: Youth Pastor, Missionary, Leadership Coach, District Youth Director, Leadership author of 3 books and Senior Pastor. He has also traveled extensively both domestically and internationally ministering in conferences, churches, camps and conventions.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

We've all seen the fallout when transitions aren't navigated purposefully. The impact on relationships and ministries can be disastrous, taking months, even years, to recover.Let's change the story and leave behind a legacy! Listen to Bret Allen as he talks about prioritizing relationships through transition seasons and preparing the next generation to take the baton. Pastor Bret Allen is the District Superintendent of the Northern California/Nevada Assemblies of God District of churches.Bret's pastoral ministry to leaders began in 1986 and has included multiple ministry roles including: Youth Pastor, Missionary, Leadership Coach, District Youth Director, Leadership author of 3 books and Senior Pastor. He has also traveled extensively both domestically and internationally ministering in conferences, churches, camps and conventions.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Some transitions can take the wind out of our sails and leave us lacking in motivation and creativity. Yet we somehow believe that forging ahead to the next thing is our only option. Is it? Join Tim as he has a conversation with Sara Simons about creating new in transition seasons. Sara has spent the last 10 years working as a cross-cultural transition coach and before that seven years working for Young Life ministries both stateside and in England. Sara has her own coaching practice called The Way Between where she creates resources and workshops using life planning tools, art and movement.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Dick Foth is Tim's featured guest on this episode of Navigate. With Jesus of Nazareth at the center, Dick invests his time encouraging and discipling individuals, privately, across the spectrum of personal, social, religious, and political lines that separate people from each other. He is often described as “a collector of people, a connector, and storyteller.” Listen in as Dick talks about relationships, information overwhelm, and something he refers to as relational baseball, all in the context of navigating winning transitions.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Global worker families face challenges on many fronts when it comes to navigating successful transitions. Are the rewards worth the effort? In this episode Tim has a conversation with Norm Edwards and Shahan and Tyra Teberian about how complex transitions challenge faith and family. And why, in the end, it's worth it. Listen in to gain valuable insights from some seasoned cross-cultural experts.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)

Some transitions feel more like starting over than shifting gears. In this episode of Navigate Tim talks with John Heaton about his recent transition from overseas, which included a major career change. They chat about pursuing dreams that sound crazy, assessing the risks and rewards of such transitions, and the importance of building a support network in advance of change.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/timaustin)