Tools for Transition Workshop

Hey friend,

As I write these words, the heat wave continues to impact scores of folks across the U.S. And tricky transitions are heating up for a lot of people as well.

There are many reasons why we find ourselves in transition:
Changing ministry roles
Career pivots
Shifting routines and rhythms. Summertime is famous for that!
Host countries re-opening, requiring some planning and preparation for what’s next.
Others remain in waiting mode but want to maximize this “middle zone” of transition.

And the list continues…

I want you to be the first to know about a great opportunity to equip yourself and your team with some resources and strategies for navigating transition. Join me for one of my Tools for Transitions Virtual Workshops happening this summer.

Are you in the middle of or anticipating a transition?
Are you feeling stuck or uninspired in transition?
Wheels spinning? No traction?
Looking for some clarity in the chaos of transition?
Need some tools and resources for some fresh perspective and a path forward?

We’ve all been there.

In this 90-minute Tools for Transition interactive workshop you will…

·       Unpack some key components of transition

·       Process your transition

·       Begin to plan & prioritize around your transition

·       Learn how to leverage the growth opportunities in transition

“Encompass life coaching helped me solidify my vision of the future. During a time of transition Tim was able to help bring clarity to the direction I felt I needed to go. I believe in the power of Life coaching and Tim is an excellent coach.”

– Adam S., Sacramento Youth Center

“Tim has been an essential partner in helping me process my vocational transition. His life experience was beneficial in understanding my situation and empathizing through the questions I was asking myself. He was able to help me see things that I wasn’t aware of.”

– Brian Albright, Director of Business Development

Don’t stumble through this transition season alone, ill-prepared and unequipped when support, encouragement and help is available. I hope to see you in one of the workshops. Together we will dive into what a successful transition can look like for you.

Dates: July 21 9 AM PST, August 19, 9 AM and 4 PM PST, Sept 10, 2 PM  PST

Cost: $45

Includes:

·       Free Access to my Needs and Values Assessment prior to workshop

·       90 minute workshop

·       Bonus materials

Register for your chosen date/time below:

July 21st at 9am PST

August 19th at 9am PST

August 19th at 4pm PST

September 10th at 2pm PST

Winging It to a Winning Transition

Hey friend,

Change brings a deluge of concerns and considerations. When we are caught up in transition, it can be extremely hard to keep the big picture in front of us and maintain perspective.

A good practice in volatile and potentially dangerous situations, such as wilderness survival, is to maintain a posture of alertness by consistently doing these three things…

Look up. What’s above you that could be threatening your safety?

Look down. Where are your feet stepping? Is it safe?

Look around. Keep your head on a swivel. Take notice of things around, behind and in front of you.

Let’s apply this to seasons of transition.

To encourage us to keep looking up we have this word from Scripture…

“I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” - Psalms 121:1-2 NIV

Above all else remember…God your Creator and Redeemer is on your side. Keep looking up!

For looking down and around we have wings!

But those who wait upon GOD get fresh strength. They spread their wings and soar like eagles, They run and don’t get tired, they walk and don’t lag behind.” -Isaiah 40:31 MSG

Wings are essential to a successful transition.

A small or narrow view is required for focus, to get things done. And we all know there’s a ton of things to focus on, obvious by that ever-growing transition to-do list. However, when all our time and energy goes from one thing to the next, leaving no margin and space to cultivate a winged posture, we lose sight of the bigger picture and begin to grow weary and lose hope. Courage dwindles.

This can happen when the thing in front of us takes up all our space and causes us to lose all sense of proportion. A relational conflict, isolation, overwhelm, lack of clarity, unmet expectations... To see things right we must step back and away from them from time to time. And that’s exactly what wings are for.

We need wings to rise above the things! Wings are obtained and maintained through rhythms of rest and waiting. Hope is a by-product of waiting. And hope sustains us. Pretty great formula for sustaining life in transition I’d say!

How are you practicing rhythms of rest these days? As a result, what is your perspective? Let me challenge you to exercise those wings. Do you need some additional encouragement and resources around the theme of Sabbath and rest?  Tune into my latest episode of Navigate Podcast here.

Ready to process and work through your transition with a coach? Book a discovery call with me here.

- Tim

Don't Miss Our Next Retreat!

Hey Friend,

If you didn’t get in on the May 14-16 Realife Retreat at Zephyr Point, Lake Tahoe, you missed a great time. It was only the third weekend that the conference center had been opened for hosting due to COVID restrictions. We were so encouraging to see groups gathering again, having meals and fellowship together on the shores of gorgeous Lake Tahoe.

We are currently in the process of planning the dates for our next Realife Retreat for couples and invividuals. We should have those dates to announce soon, but in the meantime we want to encourage you to get on our waitlist. Space is extremely limited because these are smaller groups of 15-20 individuals. 

JOIN THE WAITLIST

Hosting and facilitating rest and renewal retreats goes back to our years of supporting and resourcing global workers during the 20 years we lived in in Central Eurasia. We love this part of what God has called us to do. Smack dab in the busyness of life and ministry, Jesus invited his disciples get away with Him into some quiet space and rest. We follow His example by intentionally creating space to reflect, rest and renew in the presence of the One who knows how to care for our souls well. Consider God’s invitation: 

“God, my shepherd! I don’t need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction.”
Psalm 23:1-3 (The Message)

Our goal with these retreats is to strike a balance between rest, reflection and planning. We unpack what it means to have a modern day rule of life and rhythms to help us lean into all that our Lord has for us ... based on what really matters! 

Here’s what some of the folks who attended had to say….

"The Needs and Values assessment starting at the beginning sets the foundation for the motivation and implementation of the Real Life statement and Focus Areas."
- Jeanette 

"So much to take away: the Realife view was extremely helpful to create a roadmap for action. The conversations in the group setting were life-giving as well."
- Josh

"My biggest takeaways were:
- I need to use calendars.
- [My wife] and I are really ok.
- Scheduling life is NOT a prison cell."
- Rollin

"If you are seeking help in transitions and finding your path, I highly suggest connecting with Encompass Life Coaching. Amazing process for those seeking something fulfilling."
- Raquel

As a taste of one of our retreat themes of discernment I want to offer you a free download. Whether you are at a big crossroads or simply in the middle of some decision, my hope is that these Sorting and Sifting Questions will help you get clarity.

Rhythms of life and personal schedules can get disrupted and drift out of alignment, so we need opportunities to reset and realign. This process can benefit each individual as well as each relationship. 

Will you join us?

RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW BY JOINING THE WAITLIST TODAY!

-Tim