5 Ways to Change Your Mindset
Mar 18, 2019 3:19:50 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, Life, Living Overseas, Relationships, Learning, Culture, community
Our thoughts and mindset determine how we view life, learning, and failure. Our minds are always observing and deciphering what's happening around us and what we need to do as a result. Sometimes we interpret life through a certain lens or particular mindset.
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.
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. . .
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.
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.
Good Grief - How to Get Started on the Journey
Dec 5, 2018 1:39:01 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, Life, Living Overseas, Learning, Culture, Transformation
It’s like a switch deep inside me. I can turn it on, but it’s more common for me to turn it off.
Crisis Preparation: Peace in the Storm
Oct 31, 2018 12:20:49 PM Sarah Rymer Life, Living Overseas, Organization, Tips, Crisis
How you prepare for disaster can affect your peace of mind and productivity during times of peace. Learn how our Crisis Response Managers provide training and resources for the IDEAS community!
Shifting Sand or Solid Ground?
Oct 16, 2018 12:19:07 PM Sarah Rymer Life, Living Overseas, Relationships, Culture, community
Often we do not realize that much of our identity is based on our cultural foundation. Most of us are confident that we know how to operate in our daily lives—in familiar settings. We know our professional culture: how to complete our daily work, how relationships ought to be carried out, how to make small talk around the “water cooler.” We are familiar with ...