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Dive into personal stories and research-based insights that bring hope to families raising expat kids (aka Third Culture Kids or TCKs), Adult TCKs finding their way, and professionals who care for these globally mobile children and their families. Find more resources at tcktraining.com or email us at info@tcktraining.com!
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We’re kicking off Season 3 with guest Christy Carmean from the TCK Training team! Christy brings warmth, wisdom, and stories from her 10+ years as an international school leader, TCK parent, and mentor. Together, we dive into how schools and families can create stability, connection, and care - even when everything around them keeps changing. Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com! Links to Related Resources: Pathways Certification Research-Based Wellbeing for International School Students Safe Passage by Doug Ota Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum for International Schools Find us on facebook and instagram @tcktraining
Repatriation is often a difficult and complex decision for families. In this episode of the TCK Training Podcast, Lauren and Tanya explore the various factors that influence this decision while emphasizing the importance of assessing each family's unique situation, the options available to them, and the emotional weight of making such a significant move. Join Lauren and Tanya as they offer practical insights and tips if you or those you care for are considering this decision! Links to related resources: Returning Well Workshop Transitions Course Debriefing for Expat Families
Tune in to today’s episode as Lauren and Tanya delve into the complex relationship between TCKs and patriotism, exploring how their unique experiences shape their identities and feelings towards their passport countries. Lauren and Tanya discuss the challenges TCKs face in navigating patriotism, political conversations, and cultural heritage. With practical application points, they emphasize the need for TCKs to feel empowered in their patriotism while recognizing the complexities of their diverse backgrounds. Links to related resources: Entering Adulthood Coaching Navigating Repatriation Course When your TCK Isn't Patriotic - Blog post Helping TCKs Build a Healthy Relationship with their Passport Country - Workshop
Join the TCK Training leadership team for this lighthearted chat about various movies that resonate with the Third Culture Kids! They explore how these TCK themed films reflect the unique experiences and emotional landscapes of TCKs, highlighting cultural adaptation, identity and emotional intelligence. Tune in for lots of laughs and for reflections on the impact of these films! Links to related resources: Workshop: Fun & Traditions for Globally Mobile Families Implementing Positive Childhood Experiences
In this episode of the TCK Training Podcast, Elizabeth and Jessi discuss the critical distinction between coping and processing emotions. They explore the importance of emotional safety and regulation, the role of co-regulation in supporting children and adults, and the challenges of navigating emotional dysregulation. Join this hope-filled conversation as they highlight the need for self-compassion and community support in the journey of emotional processing, emphasizing that both coping and processing are skills that require practice and understanding! Links to Related Resources: Transitions Course Emotional Processing Activity Guide Unstacking Sessions Podcast Episode 9: How to get from the Red Zone to the Green Zone
After last episode’s run through airport hacks, Lauren and Tanya check the next box on our travel topics list: transition stress. They break down the difference between typical stress and crisis-level stress, highlighting the various keys to knowing when extra support might be needed. Tune in for an encouraging chat that normalizes reaching out and where we explore what we can do as parents and caregivers to offer support! Links to Related Resources: Transitions Course Groundwork Certification for TCK Caregivers
In this episode, Elizabeth and Tanya have a chat about a struggle many of us globetrotters face: airport days. They share tips and stories on keeping everyone calm, managing sensory overload, and talking travel plans with kids in a way that actually works. Join us as we explore why familiar routines make all the difference—and how you can create moments of connection and calm during the hustle of airport days! Links to related resources: Raising Up a Generation of Healthy TCKs Raising Thriving Kids Abroad
Trauma doesn’t always look the way we expect. In this episode of the TCK Training Podcast, Lauren and Elizabeth unpack the subtle ways trauma shows up in families. They shift the narrative from one where trauma is this one huge event to one that centers what truly matters: how each person experiences it. With thoughtful insights, they highlight the power of safe spaces where kids can share their feelings and why caregivers play a key role in naming and validating those emotions. Tune in for practical tips and a fresh perspective on supporting kids through emotional challenges and fostering healing! Unstacking Method Certification Debriefing for Expat Families Free workshop: Developmental Trauma in TCKs For Adult TCKs: How to talk to your parents about Childhood Trauma
Today, Elizabeth and Tanya unpack the role of debriefing for TCKs of all ages. They share how debriefing can help kids, teens and adults understand their stories better and challenge narratives that might be doing more harm than good. Tune in to hear our experience with these conversations and how they not only reap emotional benefits, but also enhance our ability to connect the dots. Laughs and insights as always are guaranteed, so we hope you enjoy this episode! Links to Related Resources: Adult TCK Services Unstacking Sessions Family Debriefs Debrief Certification Books: What made that feel so Hard? Unstacking your Grief Tower The Practice of Processing Misunderstood
We’re all familiar with the thrill of an adrenaline rush. This upbeat sensation that accompanies our travels can be wonderful, and sometimes even necessary. But when do we know when we’ve entered unhealthy territory, and how can we help TCKs manage adrenaline addiction? Join Lauren and Jessi as they answer these questions and weave in some great stories along the way! Links to Related Resources: Raising Healthy TCKs Unstacking Your Grief Tower for Adult TCKs Understanding Your Anxiety as an Adult TCK
In this episode, Jessi and Tanya talk about some of the reasons TCKs can be prone to anxiety. They discuss the research surrounding TCKs and anxiety and stigma around mental health. Both share personally and offer a hopeful vision for caring for TCKs dealing with anxiety. Links to related resources: Free Research about TCKs TCKs and Anxiety (Workshop) Understanding Anxiety as an Adult TCK (Workshop) Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
Lauren and Tanya chat about the realities of learning languages as TCKs. They debunk myths about children picking up languages effortlessly, and swap stories about the emotional weight that is actually at play! Enjoy their fun, honest conversation about how language shapes the TCK experience and why it’s about so much more than just learning the words. Links to related resources: Free Research about TCKs Blog: 5 Easy Ways You Can Start Learning a New Language with Your Kids Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
To kick off season 2, Lauren and Jessi come together for a chat about the best schooling option for TCKs. Join their trip down memory lane on their schooling experience, and find out their current thoughts on choosing between the myriad of schooling options out there (local, boarding, international, homeschooling). Links to related resources: Free Research about TCKs Blog: 5 Surprising Factors to Consider When Weighing Overseas Schooling Options
After 11 episodes on the hardships of mobile childhoods, Elizabeth and Tanya address what some of us might be thinking: is the TCK lifestyle even worth it? Don’t miss out on their thoughts about this question, and most importantly – how Adult TCKs have answered it in our most recent survey! Links to related resources: Free Research about TCKs Blog: Seven Reasons for Hope: A foundation of TCK Care Free course: Implementing Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
Another Lauren and Elizabeth episode, and today they dive into big emotions and how we can help TCKs navigate them. They share stories from their lives as parents of multiple kids - so trust us, they have seen big emotions. Tune in to hear about why it’s so important not to shut down these feelings but to see them as a way kids communicate their needs. A great listen if like Lauren, you value grit, and you want to create a safe space for emotions while also teaching kids to handle life’s tougher moments. Enjoy! Links to related resources: Free course: Safe Space Responses Laying an Emotional Foundation (workshop)
In this episode, Lauren and Elizabeth tackle a big question for families: when is it time to seek extra support for your kids, especially through tough transitions or trauma? They talk about spotting signs of distress, recognizing which emotional responses are normal, and why being tuned in as a parent really matters. With tips on knowing the right timing, making small adjustments, and when caregivers can step in to help, this conversation encourages parents to seek support without hesitation. Join us for a reassuring look at how proactive steps can make all the difference in supporting our TCKs’ well-being! Links to related resources: Our Services TCK Informed Coaching TCK Informed Counseling Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jessi break down the ‘red zone’ and ‘green zone’ of emotional regulation for TCKs. They talk about how to spot when kids are in the red zone, why connection and laughter can be powerful tools for moving into the green zone, and practical ways parents can support kids through stressful times. With insights on personalized approaches to emotional well-being, they also touch on when it might be time to seek extra help. Tune in for relatable advice and tools to help TCKs find their calm! Links to related resources: Our Services Raising Thriving Kids Abroad (Workshop) Raising Healthy TCKs (Workshop) Red Zone/Green Zone: Understanding School Transition Stress (blog)
In this episode of the TCK Training Podcast, Lauren and Tanya have a heartfelt conversation about the things that make TCK transitions hard. They share what they’ve learned talking to hundreds of TCKs, and from their own experience growing up in high mobility. Tune in to learn more about how transitions affect us, and how we can leverage the tools in our arsenal to care well for those who move, and those who stay behind. Links to related resources: Misunderstood by Tanya Crossman Our Services Coping with Change (Workshop) Care for Less Mobile TCKs (Workshops) Supporting Student Transitions (Workshop) Transitions Course Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
In the previous episode, Lauren and Elizabeth talked about what TCKs need within their home. This week, Elizabeth is back and has a chat with Tanya about what TCKs need from their community! They dive into research on Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and how to implement them as counterweights to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Join them for practical strategies and insightful data to shed more light on setting TCKs up for thriving! Links to related resources: Free Course: How to Implement PCEs (Positive Childhood Experiences) TCKs and PCEs (Blog) Workshop: Peers and Belonging Workshop: Supporting TCKs in Your Community
Lauren and Elizabeth are back, and today they explore what it takes to create a thriving home for TCKs. They explain why emotional safety and tuning into kids’ needs are key—especially when life’s full of big moves and transitions. With plenty of practical tips, they share how parents can build a home that feels like a true anchor, helping TCKs build resilience and navigate the emotional layers of the TCK experience. Links to Related Resources: Free Course: How to Implement PCEs (Positive Childhood Experiences) Blog: TCKs and PCEs Free Course: Safe Space Response Schedule a free consult call with our team of experts at info@tcktraining.com !
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