Life Skills

Have you ever felt angry on the mission field—and then guilty for it? You’re not alone. From cultural clashes to team tension to the things that just shouldn’t be, anger surfaces—and it often comes with a side of shame. In this deeply honest conversation, counselor Erik Troyer helps us reframe our understanding of anger, not...

Are you struggling to figure out what’s next after leaving the field? Why does reentry feel so disorienting—even when you’re returning “home” to previously familiar places and people? Is it possible to skip the re-entry culture shock you’ve heard about? How can you transition well? In this rich conversation, Shonna Ingram of Reentry Experts shares...

Ever felt misunderstood, sidelined, or frustrated by a teammate who just sees things differently?  Serving on a cross-cultural team on the field can be one of the most rewarding—and challenging—parts of missionary life. In this encore episode of, ‘Help Me Understand My Cross-Cultural Teammates‘ – cross-cultural leadership expert I’Ching Thomas shares practical wisdom and real-life...

Are you trying to hold it all together while quietly falling apart inside? Do you ever feel like you can’t afford to be honest about your struggles—especially as a missionary leader? In this powerful conversation with Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Fix, we dive into the hidden world of addiction among missionaries—and not just...

Feel like your finances are always playing catch-up? Wondering how to plan for the future when you’re just trying to make it through the month? In this financial masterclass for missionaries, Keith Webb brings both wisdom and lived experience to the table. After two decades on the field and years training missionary coaches, Keith shares...

Marriage on the mission field can be one of your greatest sources of strength—or one of your biggest stressors. In this powerful conversation with Danny and Stephanie Gutierrez, hosted by Amy Young, we get real about the challenges missionary couples face and the hope available even when things feel messy. Whether you’re in crisis or...

Have you ever been asked, “How did you know you were called to be a missionary?” Or maybe you’re the one wrestling with that question right now. This episode with Marvin Slaton is more than a conversation—it’s a practical resource you can share with friends, family, or future missionaries to help them discern their calling. ...

What if humility is the key to real leadership influence—and not a weakness to overcome? How do you lead with confidence while fully owning your flaws and limits? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Josh Wymore, executive coach and author of Humbler Leadership, we explore why missionaries who lead with humility don’t just serve better—they...

  Have you ever found yourself reacting bigger than the moment called for—and not really knowing why? Or maybe you’re trying to be the best parent, teammate, or leader you can be, but something keeps tripping you up.  In this episode, we talk with Mike Foster about the seven primal questions that shape how we...

Why do you still feel exhausted, even after you rest? What if the kind of rest you think you need isn’t the one that will actually restore you? In this episode, Dr. Sandra Dalton-Smith unpacks the seven types of rest, and they are going to completely change the way you think about fatigue and burnout. ...

Unresolved team conflict is one of the biggest reasons missionaries decide to leave the mission field prematurely. How can we grow in this critical area? Dr. Janeen Davis has made it her life’s work to help teams actively pursue peace. She joins us to uncover the myths and attitudes we unconsciously hold about conflict resolution that...

Are generational differences making teamwork tricky on your missions team? Do you find yourself navigating the unique perspectives of Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z…and wondering how on earth to bring everyone together?