Top 10 Health Tips for Travel
Mar 5, 2019 12:49:12 PM Sarah Rymer Healthcare & Wellness, Life, Living Overseas, travel
Becoming sick or injured while traveling or living internationally can be an upsetting experience. Here are a few tips to help you prepare before traveling.
With You in the Moment: A Refugee Woman's Story
Feb 26, 2019 1:21:24 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, IDEAS projects, interesting people, Life, Relationships, Lebanon, Learning, Hospitality, Culture, community
With thumb and forefinger she wipes the tears welling up in her eyes. . .
How Are You a Mover and Shaker?
Feb 19, 2019 12:21:23 PM Sarah Rymer Tunisia, IDEAS projects, Living Overseas, community, Transformation
There are many "Movers and Shakers," and not just those who harvest olives. . .
Trauma-Informed Care: A Personal Look
Feb 12, 2019 12:26:47 PM Sarah Rymer Thailand, Hope, IDEAS projects, Life, Relationships, community, Transformation
I talk and teach a lot about “trauma-informed care.” Trauma-informed care basically means care (provided by anyone) informed by the knowledge of the science of what trauma does to the brain and body as well as the nuances of what this might look like emotionally and socially. This approach shifts away from the question of “What’s wrong with this person?” to a ...
Preparing to Launch
Feb 5, 2019 11:33:36 AM Sarah Rymer Children, Hope, Life, Living Overseas, Relationships, Learning
I’ve found myself in a new season of life. One characterized by wings, wrestling, tears, and blessing.
Corners Are Cultural
Jan 29, 2019 1:57:23 PM Sarah Rymer Jordan, Life, Living Overseas, Learning, Culture
Culture affects everything. I know this, but even after living in three countries besides my passport country, I am caught by surprise at what culture impacts. For example, recently I was reminded that the concept of corners is cultural.
Start Something New, and Be Brave
Jan 22, 2019 2:18:13 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, IDEAS projects, Life, Relationships, Learning, community, Transformation
What is something new you’d like to try this year? Visiting a new country? Starting a new hobby? Joining a new group? Starting a new relationship? Learning a new skill? Stepping into a new career? Or stepping into your current career in new ways?
Lonely? What to Do to Combat the Emptiness
Jan 15, 2019 12:50:16 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, Life, Living Overseas, Relationships, Learning, Culture, community
I have just recently started to feel like I’m catching a glimpse of the “other side” of my loneliness after six long months here in my native-born country. My heart has been aching with loneliness: "New Situation," "I'm Different," "No Friends."
How to Travel Healthy
Jan 7, 2019 2:21:56 PM Sarah Rymer Healthcare & Wellness, Life, Living Overseas, travel
Traveling can be a fun and exciting experience, but nothing will ruin a trip faster than getting sick. Here are a few tips to help you remain healthy while traveling.
What Is Your Gift?
Dec 19, 2018 2:09:09 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, Life, Love, Relationships, Celebration, community
Gift-giving is a custom many cultures have in common. Giving is a universal language that communicates love, grace, and gratitude. Whether you are the one giving or receiving, gift-giving invites into vulnerability and humility, into openness and acceptance of what you have to offer and what others have to offer you.
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