In this episode, Amy and Bernie have a conversation with Eve Austin, a counselor and brain health enthusiast Eve shares insights on the life cycle of the human brain, from teenage development to aging. She emphasizes the importance of understanding brain changes to maintain optimal functioning, both for cross-cultural workers and their families. Eve provides practical tips and resources for supporting brain health through various life stages.

Show Notes:

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. "Brainstorm" by Dan Siegel - https://www.drdansiegel.com/books/brainstorm/
2. National Institute on Aging - https://www.nia.nih.gov/
3. "The Blue Zones" by Dan Buettner - https://www.bluezones.com/
4. "Outlive" by Peter Attia - https://www.peterattiamd.com/book/

Global Trellis Lay Counseling Workshops by Eve Austin (101, 102, 103) - https://globaltrellis.com/shop/

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In this episode, tax preparer Elizabeth Smith (Amy Young’s sister!) shares her passion for taxes and provides practical advice for cross-cultural workers navigating the complexities of taxes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing tax-related emotions, avoiding common mistakes, and setting up systems to manage income and expenses, especially for those with side gigs or small businesses.

Show Notes:

• Read 10 Tax Tips for Cross-Cultural Workers by Elizabeth Smith
• Link to the spreadsheet and Link to video explaining the spreadsheet
• Finance Articles on Global Trellis

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In this episode, Karli von Herbulis, a spiritual director and wellness expert, shares her insights on the importance of self-care and soul care for global workers. She delves into the concept of "allostatic load" - the cumulative burden of chronic stress - and provides practical strategies to help cross-cultural workers thrive, both personally and professionally.

Show Notes:

Read: How to Picture All You’re Carrying on the Field by Karli

Third Culture Thriving Podcast: https://thirdculturethriving.com/

Karli von Herbulis' Instagram - Embodied Soul Care: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedsoulcare/

Lauren Wells' book "Grief Tower": https://www.tcktraining.com/lauren-wells

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