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Transformed & Transformational188: Pieces of Purple (with Michèle Phoenix)Michèle Phoenix returns to the podcast to share about her new book, Pieces of Purple, based on personal experience and years of ministry with children of missionaries. This is a must-listen for parents, caregivers, teachers, and friends of Third Culture Kids (TCKs)! Find Michèle’s book, Pieces of Purple, here! “Even parents who have lived cross-culturally for thirty or forty years will never fully understand in an embodied way what it means to have grown up with all of these cultural and experiential and all of these other inputs shaping who you are.” “Being a TCK is indescr...2025-06-2238 min
Global Student VoicesDiscover TCK Superpowers! With Michéle PhoenixWelcome to Global Student Voices, hosted by Scott R. Martin!In this powerful episode, we are joined by Michéle Phoenix—renowned TCK advocate, author, and expert on the Third Culture Kid (TCK) and Missionary Kid (MK) experience.This conversation serves as a vital companion to Michele’s acclaimed book, Pieces of Purple: The Greatness, Grit, and Grace of Growing Up MK. Host Scott R. Martin, also known as Coach Martin, calls the book a “spectacular resource,” one he has personally shared with international parents—including during a recent trip to Kenya.Endorsed by TCK thou...2025-06-1027 min
Global Student VoicesDiscover TCK Superpowers! With Michéle PhoenixWelcome to Global Student Voices, hosted by Scott R. Martin!In this powerful episode, we are joined by Michéle Phoenix—renowned TCK advocate, author, and expert on the Third Culture Kid (TCK) and Missionary Kid (MK) experience.This conversation serves as a vital companion to Michele’s acclaimed book, Pieces of Purple: The Greatness, Grit, and Grace of Growing Up MK. Host Scott R. Martin, also known as Coach Martin, calls the book a “spectacular resource,” one he has personally shared with international parents—including during a recent trip to Kenya.Endorsed by TCK thou...2025-06-1027 min
PONDERING PURPLEAttachment Styles and the Faith of MKsThank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.···This episode is based on an article by the same name: Attachment Styles and the Faith of MKs...Other resources you might want to explore--I don't necessarily endorse 100% of what they say (!):What It Is and Why It Matters, podcast by Adam YoungThe Impact of Attachment, by Susan HartAttachment Theory, by Thais Gibson (interactive book)Secure: How to Have a Secure Attach...2025-06-0225 minPONDERING PURPLEBOOK RELEASE DAY!Thank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.···This episode is based on an article by the same name: Book Release Day...Other resources mentioned in this episode are:The book's home page on my website, with more information and endorsementsThe Amazon US purchase page (Remember to check Amazon in your region to decrease cost.)...More of my MK-related resources can be found at the following lin...2025-04-0307 minPONDERING PURPLEThe Incredible Power of Positive Childhood ExperiencesThank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.
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This episode is based on an article by the same name: The Incredible Power of Positive Childhood Experiences
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Other resources mentioned in this episode are:
My previous article on TCKs, ACEs, and trauma
TCK Training's research on TCKs and ACEs
Misunderstood by Tanya Crossman
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More of my MK-related resources can be found at the following links:
1. My most-read a...2025-02-0415 minPONDERING PURPLEGPS - Transition Stress in Children: What Does Normal Look Like?Thank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.
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This is the first installment in our Guest Post Series (GPS). The original article, written by Lauren Wells of TCK Training, first appeared in A Life Overseas, and is shared with permission. You can also read it on my own website.
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More of my MK-related resources can be found at the following links:
1. My most-read articles listed on my website.
2. My playlist of video...2024-11-1912 minPONDERING PURPLEGPS - Eight Ways to Help Your TCK GrieveThank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.
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This is the first installment in our Guest Post Series (GPS). The original article, written by RachelAllord.com, first appeared in A Life Overseas, and is shared with permission. You can also read it on my own website.
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More of my MK-related resources can be found at the following links:
1. My most-read articles listed on my website.
2. My playlist of video "nuggets" on Youtube.
3. M...2024-10-1413 minPONDERING PURPLEGPS - To My Adult TCK Self - I See YouThank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.
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This is the first installment in our Guest Post Series (GPS). The original article, written by Rachel Hicks, first appeared in A Life Overseas, and is shared with permission. You can also read it on my own website.
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The Michele Phoenix mentioned in this episode is: Exploring Home and Six Forms of Belonging.
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More of my MK-related res...2024-10-0111 minPONDERING PURPLEA Loving Letter to Missionary ParentsThank you, friends, for clicking on this episode of the Pondering Purple podcast, a source of information, insight and inspiration for those who love MKs and those who are MKs.
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This episode is based on an article by the same name: A Loving Letter to Missionary Parents
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Other resources mentioned in this episode are:
The Five Cs That Explain MKs
MKs and Distorted Faith
Top Ten Practices for Parenting MKs
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More of my MK-related resources can be found at the following links:
1. My most-read articles listed...2024-08-2017 min
Asking for a Friend - Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in MidlifeEp.112 Harnessing Mindset and Gratitude for Health and Body Transformation with Trish - This Phoenix RisingCan a shift in mindset revolutionize your health and wellness? Join us in this compelling episode as we explore the journey of a remarkable woman like Trish, known as This Phoenix Rising on social media. We uncover the undeniable power of mindset in achieving health goals without resorting to extreme measures. Trish shares the incredible impact a serious illness in March 2020 had on her life, driving her to make significant health improvements driven largely by a change in mindset.Discover the immense benefits of quitting drinking and honing in on nutrition, and the newfound authenticity and presence...2024-07-0838 min