It is hard to make decisions about staying or going, knowing that our kids are impacted either way. Look at TCK Training to provide some reassurance, clarity, and encouragements on how to be safe for our kids.
Living and serving overseas holds challenges for our TCKs but for parents as well, and the well-being of parents impacts the well-being of the kids. So it is important that we learn to practice self-care for our sake, as well as for the sake of our kids!
Parenting children is not done in isolation. It takes a community of people to come around the family, and that is even more true for missionary families as five of the eight Positive Childhood Experiences come from outside the home! Whether a parent, community member, or sending church, see how you can support your MKs through their transitions, developmental years, and global experiences.
TCKs face challenges. BUT supporting them with Positive Childhood Experiences can help them face those challenges. Parents and caregivers can help foster these PCEs as they walk alongside the TCKs in their lives, helping them process the challenges and build resiliency.
