How to Talk Expat
Sep 16, 2019 11:51:45 AM Sarah Rymer Jordan, Life, Living Overseas, Tips, Learning, Culture, community
Recently I realized I’ve learned another language. No, not Turkish, French, or Arabic, although I’ve learned each of those to varying degrees of proficiency. I guess it’s not actually another language I’m learning, but a dialect I call Expat.
10 Habits to Boost Your Ability to Flourish
Aug 26, 2019 12:38:05 PM Sarah Rymer Life, Living Overseas, Tips, Learning, Culture, community
Overseas living is like playing an old familiar game of life, but the rules are completely changed. How do I gain competence? How do I progress? How do I “play fairly?”
6 Tips for Funding Your Trip with IDEAS
Jul 22, 2019 11:31:58 AM Sarah Rymer Fundraising, Tips, travel, Volunteer, Multiple Locations
One of the first questions I am always asked is, "Do I have to raise money to work with IDEAS overseas?" And I reply, "Yes, but it's not nearly as scary as you might think!"
How to Survive Culture Stress
Jun 24, 2019 2:28:58 PM Sarah Rymer Jordan, Life, Living Overseas, Tips, Learning, Culture, community
I recently experienced culture stress. The situation: the purchase of a new refrigerator and the fact that it took two weeks for it to be delivered, which meant two weeks of storing my food at my neighbors’ house and two weeks of rearranging my schedule to be available on days the refrigerator might be delivered. This ordeal led me to think about culture shock, ...
Our Top 5 Airport Restaurants
Jun 10, 2019 2:09:37 PM Sarah Rymer Tips, travel, Hospitality
Because IDEAS works in over 13 countries to restore hope in marginalized communities, we’ve seen a few airports. . . and we’ve eaten at a few airport restaurants!
8 Ways to Be the Ideal Overseas Guest
Apr 15, 2019 12:03:01 PM Sarah Rymer IDEAS projects, Living Overseas, Tips, travel, Learning, Hospitality, Culture, Transformation
Recently while in Jordan visiting some of our IDEAS Associates, I was reminded of practical ways to be a respectful guest while visiting or working in a country outside the U.S. Here are some travel tips that will make you a welcome guest.
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!
Are You Ready?
Aug 28, 2018 4:17:36 PM Sarah Rymer IDEAS projects, Life, Living Overseas, Tips
Typhoons, earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, contagious disease outbreak, military conflict, and riots. No matter where you live, preparation is important to survive natural and human-caused disasters. Are you ready?
"What Would You Tell Someone Wanting to Work Overseas?"
Aug 21, 2018 11:46:56 AM Sarah Rymer IDEAS projects, interesting people, Life, Living Overseas, Tips
I recently asked a few of our new IDEAS Associates and volunteers what they would tell someone wanting to work overseas. Perhaps their answers will help you take that next, brave step!
Learning to Let Go
Jul 10, 2018 2:56:17 PM Sarah Rymer Hope, Life, Tips
Working at an international organization, I have realized that letting go is an every day experience for our staff and overseas professionals. Letting go of homes, communities, relationships and expectations are all a part of of our routine. But it is also a part of our daily lives, no matter where you live in the world.
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