Navigate with Tim Austin

In this episode of Navigate, host Tim Austin reflects on one of the main ways we gain solid footing through uncertain seasons. For anyone whose ever wrestled with lack of clarity or confidence in seasons of change, Tim's insights will be a source of encouragment and a reminder that transition seasons are opportunities to align ourselves with what truly matters. Mentioned in this Podcast: With: Reimagining the Way You Relate to God, Skye Jethani Psalm 42 Genesis 26 Download Tim's Discernment Guide Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this episode of Navigate, Tim is reflecting on building trust through transition seasons. Navigating change requires trust building. But that’s not always easy. It can sometimes feel like digging a well in hostile or unknown territory. Tim compares the process of trust building with the ancient practice of digging wells. In the Bible, wells were regularly places of divine appointments and answers to prayer. They were places of provision, but also points of contact. A good well was reliable, life-giving and life-sustaining. Likewise, when we dig wells of trust through the seasons - with God and with others - we are storing up a reliable source of relational capital, namely trust. Tim offers some important communication tips to help us dig wells of trust in transition. Sources: Craig Groeschel quote The Holy Bible (NIV Version) Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

How are you leaning into change in this season? What’s your posture like? Have you been resisting or embracing the changes in your life? In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, Tim reflects upon seasons of change and how these become opportunities to discover and embrace our true identities and live with greater purpose and fulfillment. Tim has a deep appreciation for the many creative ways seasonal change has helped him approach change on a personal level. Tim says, "Sometimes we might resist change because of the way it challenges our sense of identity and purpose. I’ve come to view certain transition seasons as an opportunity for shedding and letting go of the non-essentials. For getting back to what matters. For learning to walk out my days with less baggage, not more." Resources: Discernment Guide Free Download 3D Transitions™ Group Coaching Henri Nouwen as referenced in The Sacred Enneagram Any and all Bible Quotations Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate! In this episode host Tim Austin challenges us with the idea there are three key milemarkers on the path toward resilience: Disruption, Reflection/Learning, and Action. In our current world, the need for resilience is greater than ever before. Resilience, the ability to bounce back from difficulty, is a skill that can transform individuals, leaders, and organizations. But the path to resilience isn't always easy to navigate, especially when faced with resistance, both internal and external. Listen in for some great pointers on how to navigate change with resilience. Scripture References: Jonah 4 Numbers 22 Acts 9 Resources: Tools for Transition: A free webinar 3D Transitions Group Coaching Support the show Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate with Tim Austin. In this episode we'll be exploring the art of managing turmoil in transition seasons. Transitions are naturally seasons of turmoil. They feel like storms passing over our lives, maybe more like hurricanes! But in the midst of the chaos and confusion, there are some approaches that will help us navigate even the most difficult of transitions. Join Tim as he discusses three key strategies to help keep you grounded and clear when transition threatens to overturn your life. Resources: Tools for Transition: A free webinar 3D Transitions Group Coaching Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to Navigate with Tim Austin. In this episode we'll be exploring the significance of what Tim calls anchor points, and how they can help us find stability in the winds and waves of change. Transitions are a natural part of life. They often come unexpectedly and can leave us feeling lost and unsure of where we stand. The steadiness and stability we once knew can seem like distant memories. But what if there was a way to navigate these uncertain times with more confidence and clarity? That's where anchor points come in. Resources for establishing anchor points: Mind Mapping Tool Weekly Reflection Tool Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this first episode of a brand new season, Heidi Lewerenz introduces a strategy for navigating change she calls "microseasons." This values-based approach to doing what matters helps us measure impact and success in shorter intervals so we don't lose sight of our priorities and as Heidi puts it "sacrifice what's important on the altar of what gets noticed." Navigate is all about taking the guesswork out of transition. Ready to dive into a new season of Navigate? Let's go! About Heidi Lewerenz Heidi is a Leadership Coach and Trainer from Wisconsin ---where you can mow your lawn and shovel snow all in the same day. She's created and owned a handful of businesses, started a few ministries, and burned many things in the oven. She has a B.A. in Communications, holds multiple coaching and training certifications and delights in helping entrepreneurs be present and profitable using the Microseason Method (TM). Heidi lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their houseful of 7 kids age 4 to 19. She's been a Midwest redhead all her life, and frequently dreams of moving closer to the equator. Connect with Heidi: Website Instagram Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Can the disruption of this transition really be God's gift to me in disguise? Who am I apart from the work I do? How can I regain a sense purpose and calling? When the work we do feels so connected to our sense of purpose and identity, these are just a few of the questions we may ask. Join Tim and his guest Annie Perdue-Olson as they have a conversation about life's surprises which catapult us into transiton, and how to leverage the growth opportunities through them. Valuable insights await! About Annie Perdue-Olson Annie is founder of Leading Better Together, working with leaders to navigate the complexities in relationships and cultivate healthy teams through strategic conversations. She is also host of Lead Your Leaders: A podcast to get the team you’ve always wanted where she and her guests answer questions submitted by leaders and listeners. She leverages over 20 years of ministry and nonprofit experience as she guides leaders through the people challenges that sidetrack ministry. She holds a Master of Arts in Human Resources and Change Leadership, is a Certified Leadership Coach and certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator practitioner. Connect with Annie Website Lead Your Leaders Podcast Instagram Facebook Linkedin Let's have a conversatoin @ Encompass Life Coaching! Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

What are some places where transition and life calling intersect? What's the potential for life calling discovery through transition seasons? Chris Heinz returns for another conversation with Tim to probe these questions and more. Learn why relationship is at the core of Life Calling Discovery. About Chris: Chris Heinz is a certified coach, professional development speaker, and founder of the Christian Life Calling Institute. He helps Christians find their life calling and live with intention. He’s the author of several faith-focused books including one on Christian life calling that will be released in Spring 2023. Chris also helps companies with employee engagement and talent development through his business, Chris Heinz Co. He is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, top-rated learning partner for Penn State, and frequent workshop leader. Chris serves on the National Board of Christ Now. He and his family live in Charlottesville, VA. Resources mentioned in this episode: Chris Heinz Co. Christian Life Calling Institute: Use discount code CALLING2022 The Great Resignation Schedule a coaching discovery call with Tim Austin Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Transitions are a combination of disruption and recalibration, obstacles and opportunities. They can be resets with profound and lasting ripple effects. Nobody knows this like Heidi Lewerenz, Tim's guest for this episode of Navigate. You're in for a real treat as you get to know Heidi, listen to her insights, and learn about the tools and resources she offers. About Tim's Guest: Heidi Lewerenz is a Leadership Coach and Trainer from Wisconsin ---where you can mow your lawn and shovel snow all in the same day. She's created and owned a handful of businesses, started a few ministries, and burned many things in the oven. She has a B.A. in Communications, is certified as a Leader to Leader ™ Coach Facilitator, Strengths Champion™ (trained by the first Gallup Strengths Certified Coach) and an ACC certified Leadership & Executive Coach through the International Coaching Federation. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their house full of 7 kids age 3 to 18. She's been a Midwest redhead all her life, has enjoyed serving in short-term overseas missions and frequently dreams of moving closer to the equator. Connect with Heidi: https://www.heidilewerenz.com/calmwww.instagram.com/heidilewerenzwww.linkedin.com/in/heidilewerenzwww.facebook.com/heidilewerenzleadershipwww.heidilewerenz.com Reflect: Let's have a conversation @ Encompass Life Coaching Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this episode of Navigate Tim has the privilege of meeting up with a guy who lived and worked in Central Asia during the time he and his family were there. Although their paths never crossed through all those years, they recently met and now even collaborate on some work together. Tim and Bernie get to know each other through this conversation while discussing some themes and topics around core values, identity and business as mission. About Bernie Anderson: Bernie Anderson served as a senior pastor in the US, before initiating urban community development work in Ulaanbaator, Mongolia and building financial partners with World Relief. He currently serves as the cross-cultural leadership director and a business and non-profit consultant with Growability® Consulting. You can connect with Bernie at Growability and Bernieanderson.substack.com Other Resources: Global Trellis Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller Free Needs and Values Worksheet Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

The summer months bring unique opportunities for big moments. Breaks from routine, vacations, time with family and friends…it all comes with opportunities to experience those big moments that don’t present themselves every day. And so it’s appropriate to be having a conversation with our guest today, someone who not only recognizes the value and the growth potential in life’s Big moments; she’s taken it a step further to come alongside others in their moments...and does this for a living. About Tim's Guest: Sonja Wallenbeck helps Christian moms with the tools to thrive in life’s big moments instead of just survive. She is helping mothers look back at milestone moments and see joy in the journey and fulfillment in the memories. As a Certified REALIFE Process® Facilitator and a Certified ©iEnneagram Practitioner, Sonja’s hope is for women to be able to walk confidently and successfully through their big moments while learning more about themselves and how they should navigate these moments well. Sonja’s been married for over 28 years, has three grown daughters, and, as you can imaging, has walked through a lot of these moments herself. Sonja believes that every mom deserves to have a cheerleader walking alongside them during the most bittersweet milestones of life. Connect with Sonja: Website: https://www.bigmomentmentor.com/ Podcast: Moments Matter Free Resource: https://www.bigmomentmentor.com/victory Instagram: @bigmomentmentor Facebook: Big Moment Mentor Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Tim returns to the topic of Third Culture Kids with friend and TCK educationial specialist Bethany. Due to the sensitive nature of the region of the world where Bethany serves, we will be using her first name only. Bethany has been working in Central Eurasia with TCKs since 2005. She’s served as a teacher, principal, and an educational consultant for cross cultural workers serving throughout that part of the world. This includes countries such as Tajikistan and Turkey. She combines her passion of reaching the lost with the message of hope while supporting Third Culture Kids and seeing them thrive on the field. This episode will be valuable to you if: Recommended Resources: Educational Consultant Organizations https://www.shareeducation.orghttps://www.asiaerc.org/aerc_alpha/https://anchoreducation.org Book Resources Counseling for Global Workers (including children) https://olivetreecounseling.orghttps://www.thewellintl.org Websites https://interactionintl.orghttps://worldfamilyeducation.com/cross-cultural-kids-third-culture-kids-global-nomads-what-are-they/Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Transition is a place where everything seems uncertain and up for grabs, especially when accompanied by loss. In this episode Tim has a real, raw conversation around grief and loss with his guests Matt and Kari Perkins. Woven into their story is a message of hope that we know will encourage you. About Matt and Kari Perkins Matt and Kari met while going through counseling following the loss of their spouses. They married in 2017 and have a blended family of seven kids. Together, they seek to inspire those impacted by loss, to find the beauty in brokenness and take the next step forward. Matt has served in key ministry roles for nearly thirty years for influential churches across the United States. Their refreshing approach to the topic of grief and moving forward after loss is a needed resource in today's society. Matt and Kari are also the founders of Grief to Growth, a dynamic program which helps those impacted by loss move forward with purpose. Resources Mentioned in this Episode of Navigate: Grief to Growth PodcastGrief to Growth ProgramTransitions CoachingSupport the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Transition stories are often characterized by illustrations and metaphors God gives us along the way. They become signposts to look back on a difficult season and be reminded of His goodness. Fear to Courage, Darkness to Light...these are part of Eric Vinson's journey of discovery and growth through a difficult transition. Join Navigate Podcast host Tim Austin and his guest Erica Vinson as they discuss some of the tools and resources they've found helpful in navigating both personal and professional change. About Erica: Erica Vinson loves connecting with others through creating content, coaching, and community. She is passionate about partnering with clients as they courageously face their fears and move forward in greater freedom toward more fear Erica uses tools such as the REALIFE Process®, the Harmony Enneagram, and Needs and Values to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. With her teacher’s heart, she especially loves serving student-athletes as they prepare for competition and educators to expand their impact as they serve on teams, empower their students, and partner with parents. Erica is a Certified Professional Life Coach, Certified ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and Certified Elementary Education Teacher with MS Endorsement in Reading. She loves playing golf, waterskiing, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and is especially fond of being an Auntie to her nieces and nephew." Connect with Erica: https://www.therealifeprocess.com/ericavinson Email: ericavinsoncoaching@gmail.com Resources: The Harmony Enneagram: https://www.therealifeprocess.com/enneagrampersonalityprofilepackage REALIFE Process®: https://www.therealifeprocess.com/ Needs and Values: https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/needs-values "Let go before you know." - Erica Vinson Schedule a Discovery Call with Tim Austin: https://www.encompasslifecoaching.com/schedule-life-coach-call Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

In this episode of Navigate with Tim Austin, join Tim and his guest Janna Thomason as they discuss the role that personal needs and values play in season of change. They talk about how an understanding of one's needs and values can get us unstuck and prepared to make major life and career decisions, with purpose and clarity. About Tim's Guest: Janna Thomason BSN RN-BC, is a REALIFE Process® Charter Facilitator and Certified Enneagram Coach. Janna has been a Registered Nurse for over 22 years with a background in Critical Care, Post-Anesthesia, Informatics, and Nursing Professional Development. In her own words Janna says, “We, as nurses give to our patients and to our families and then wake up one day and feel lost.” Janna is committed and passionate to help the mid-life nurse develop clarity By understanding who they are and how they can live their best life and do their best work in their relationships and with their patients. Connect with Janna: enneagramnurse@gmail.com www.enneagramnurse.com Tik Tok: @enneagramnurse www.facebook.com/enneagramnurse www.linkedin.com/in/janna-thomason Instagram: @enneagramnurse Resources mentioned in this episode: The Needs and Values Assessment Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Transition has a way of placing demands on us to be more open and welcoming to change. In order to embrace change, letting go must be part of navigating transition seasons. Join Tim Austin and Dr. Ally Butrous as they discuss the struggle which we must enter into in order to create space for new thoughts and approaches to change. You'll be reminded that relinquishing our plans in exchange for God’s greater plans and purposes can feel risky and uncomfortable, but it truly is the path to our best life, the one He designs for us. Dr. Ally loves to teach people how they can thrive in their life, thoughts, emotions and relationships. She earned a masters degree in psychology from Pepperdine University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Biola University. Dr. Ally has over ten years of experience in the field of mental health, including providing services in mental health treatment centers for children and teens, university and church counseling centers, and a hospital psychiatric department. In 2018, Ally and her husband, Jeremy, started a business called Radiant Thoughts, which offers consulting, life coaching, publishing and ghostwriting services. Dr. Ally has ghostwritten several christian books, and she and Jeremy co-wrote “The Ways of Prosperity,” which was published by Thomas Nelson in 2020. This book topped Amazon rankings for new releases in Christian Counseling that year. Their second book, "Learning How to Love" was just released July 14th, 2021. Dr. Ally co-hosts two podcasts and an online teaching platform with Jeremy. She also hosts "Tuesday Talks," a podcast focused on sharing tips for emotional and relational thriving. In their free time, Jeremy and Ally love traveling the world, and have been to over 50 countries so far. Other resources mentioned on this episode: 1. Ally's Website Radiant Thoughts 2. Jeremy and Ally's YouTube Travel Channel 3. Tim's Austin's Tools for Transition Webinar 4. Email Dr. Ally Butrous: ally@radiantthoughts.com 5. Email Tim Austin: tim@encompasslifecoaching.com 6. Schedule a 1 on 1 coaching discovery call: Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Welcome to this 40th episode of Navigate! This milestone episode marks the completion of three conversations -one with each of Tim's adult Third Culture Kids. By the way, if you’re unfamiliar with the term Third Culture Kid, or TCK for short, have a listen to episode 39, where podcast guest Chad Phillips does a great job of unpacking that for us. This episode conversation brings in Luke Austin. Luke has spent the majority of his life outside of the United States, which happens to be his passport country. During his childhood and teen years, Luke roamed the globe with his parents, residing mostly in Central Asia and Turkey. Luke and his family returned to the U.S. in 2016, the summer he graduated from high school. Luke currently lives with his wife Maria in Chicago, where he works as a digital marketing team leader with an Orange County based company. The Austin family recently had the opportunity to return to Turkey for a brief visit, and this conversation takes place from there. As a heads up, there is an added touch of realism to this conversation. The context is outside on the terrace of the Austin's guest apartment, where Tim and Luke had some gusty winds to deal with. Nonetheless we think you’re going to enjoy getting to know Tim's son Luke Austin… Here's some additional resources on the topic of TCK's: Podcast Episodes: Core Values with Adrianne Verheyen Third Culture Kids with Emma Austin Third Culture Kids and Transition with Chad Phillips TCK Re-Entry/Transition: https://interactionintl.org/programs/transition-seminar/ https://www.barnabas.org/member-care/events/mk-transitional-seminar Books: Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, by David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock (3rd ed), Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2017. Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Third Culture Kids or TCK’s for short…Who are they and what defines them? How did the term originate? And why is it important for us to understand the unique opportunities and challenges they face? You'll hear about all of this and more with Tim's good friend and guest on the show, Chad Phillips. Chad Phillips is a TCK from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and The Netherlands. He spent his first 18 years overseas. He also served TCKs internationally in Singapore and Belgium. Chad has been directing International Society of Missionary Kids (ISMK) since 2004, and continues to coach TCKs (and their families) on a global scale. He has an M.A. in Christian Ministries from AGTS, with an emphasis in life coaching and eight years of professional life-coaching experience. After graduating high school from The American School of The Hague, Chad went to North Central University in Minneapolis, and did his internship in Singapore. It was during his college years that Chad met his beautiful bride, Dargan. Chad and Dargan are parents to two young adult TCK’s, Katherine and Graham. TCK’s are an amazing group of human beings. Tim and his wife Eve are parents to three TCK’s, so they are definitely near and dear to his heart and the motivation for producing this series of episodes about TCK's. What's your relationship to TCK's, or what could it be? What might be your call to action in response to this conversation? Raising awareness in your church community? Befriending a TCK? Reaching out to the parents of a TCK? Supporting those like Chad and Dargan Phillips who are on the front lines working with TCK’s? Praying for TCK’s and their families as they adjust and acculturate to new situations and environments? Here's some additional resources on the topic of TCK's: Podcast Episodes: Core Values with Adrianne Verheyen Third Culture Kids with Emma Austin TCK Re-Entry/Transition: https://interactionintl.org/programs/transition-seminar/ https://www.barnabas.org/member-care/events/mk-transitional-seminar Books: Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, by David C. Pollock, Ruth E. Van Reken, and Michael V. Pollock (3rd ed), Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2017. Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE

Tim's guest for this episode is Emma Austin, a young adult TCK who has spent most of her life living in Central Asia and Turkey. She is also Tim's daughter. Navigating transition from high school to the next thing can be challenging for any young adult, but TCK's bring a unique set of challenges and strengths to the process. Join Tim and Emma as they talk about what it's like to journey with God and surrender to Him through big choices. Follow Emma's blog Support Emma Notes: The term third culture kid (TCK) may be new to some. TCK's are people who were raised in a culture other than their parents' or the culture of their country of nationality, and also live in a different environment during a significant part of their child development years. They typically are exposed to a greater volume and variety of cultural influences than those who grow up in one particular cultural setting. The term applies to both adults and children, as the term "kid" refers to the individual's formative or developmental years. TCKs move between cultures before they have had the opportunity to fully develop their personal and cultural identity. The first culture of such individuals refers to the culture of the country from which the parents originated, the second culture refers to the culture in which the family currently resides, and the third culture refers to the amalgamation of these two cultures. (Source: Wikipedia) Tim and his wife Eve have raised three TCK's, who are now young adults with some stories to tell. Support the Show. Thanks for listening in! You can always learn more about Tim and Encompass Life Coaching at www.encompasslifecoaching.com Let' have a conversation! For coaching inquiries, schedule a call with Tim HERE