Join host Mike Picconatto as he welcomes Joel and Kate Damon to traxcultures for the kickoff of Season 2, Episode 1 - Introducing the Damons. Joel and Kate Damon are preparing to leave Omaha, Nebraska for Berlin, Germany in September. Listen to their transformative stories and insights as they transition into cross-cultural life, setting the stage for a traxcultures season filled with personal reflections, expectations, and preparations for an international move.
In this episode, Mike delves into the nuances of cross-cultural transitions with the Damons, who candidly share their concerns, initial apprehensions, and evolving excitement about relocating to Germany. The conversation also touches upon the supportive role of their church community and the impact of learning to welcome change. Throughout this season, the podcast will draw upon insights from the Cross-Cultural Transition Handbook by Dr. Stephen W. Jones, offering listeners a practical guide to understanding and navigating life changes across cultures.
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00:00 An Omaha couple, active in the art scene and mentoring youth, visited Envision Berlin, got inspired, then faced an unexpected job loss.
04:13 Switching my mindset from fear to seeing Berlin as God does helped me embrace the move from Nebraska.
08:13 I've been stepping out of my comfort zone, which has really helped me connect with others.
12:10 An awesome network back home makes sure they never feel alone.
13:48 Even without the stress from fundraising, prepping for a big life change is intense.
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