Beginning with the Endings part 3 of 3

Originally Recorded: 06/16/2021

Welcome back to another episode of traxcultures, the podcast that explores the challenges and experiences of transitioning across cultures. In this episode we continue our discussion with Stephen W. Jones and Jennie Jones as they delve into the anticipated endings they face as they prepare to move to Berlin.

Stephen and Jennie follow an exercise from Stephen's book, "Transitions Across Cultures," which encourages individuals to list the things that will be left behind as they embark on a new cultural journey. As Mike leads the conversation, we glimpse the range of emotions and challenges they face. From the loss of easy communication with family and friends to the familiar sights and smells of their current surroundings, Stephen and Jennie share their perspectives on what it means to say goodbye to certain aspects of their lives.

This thought-provoking conversation will resonate with cross-cultural travelers, expats, and anyone navigating the process of starting anew in a different culture.

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Resources from this episode:

Information on Stephen Jones.

Videos and other traXcultures resources.

Follow Stephen and Jennie on Instagram: @thejonesesinberlin

Visit liminal edges on Instagram: @liminal_edges

Contact Envision Berlin about customizing the Cross-Cultural Transitions Handbook for your cross-cultural ministry organization.

Credits:

Regular Theme music by Mike Picconatto

Unterwegs is recorded and produced by Envision Berlin

This episode was recorded, in part, on the land of the Wahpekute, Anishinabewaki, and the Očeti Šakówiŋ (Sioux).

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 Timestamped Overview: 

[00:03:22] Being accessible to family despite distance.

[00:07:36] Familiar walks by the changing riverside seasons.

[00:10:09] Ending pattern, pandemic changes everything forever.

[00:14:03] Special eye issues; need to communicate effectively.

[00:16:43] Unexpected move to small town hinders involvement.

[00:20:41] Eye doctor, urgent care; feeling like outsiders.

[00:23:09] Acknowledging loss and giving space for sadness.

[00:25:16] Challenges and guilt when saying goodbyes.