Join Brandi and James as they speak with Lisette Gabre about proactive member care. They discuss the gap between what we know and what we do regarding care. In a holistic view of care, how do we engage the whole self: mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually? This involves understanding ourselves well enough to recognize that each aspect may not always be healthy simultaneously. For instance, what rhythms or routines do we have in place for all who we are? Everyone understands the benefits of going to the gym, but many still don’t prioritize it. Listen to the conversation about ways to be set up for healthy living cross-culturally.

Lisette Gabre is an extroverted Swede who moved to Asia almost thirty years ago with her husband and at that three very little children. She raised her three TCKs in Asia from baby to 18. The kids are now grown and she is a grandmother of six. Lisette has been involved in member care since she prepared to move to the field. Presently, her pillow and husband are in Chiang Mai, Thailand, but she serves the world as the TCK and Family Care Specialist for OM International. Lisette is often invited as a speaker, trainer or facilitator. Lisette loves to laugh, talk, write, and drink coffee with friends. Journeying with little children, teens and families online or in real life gives her much joy. Together with her friend Linda Fox, she has developed the ProActive Member care training. Historically, we have always taken our struggling people to the “hospital” (counseling centers, etc. where they would receive care. By changing our mindset and doing ProActive member care instead, we will change the hospital to a “gym” and come alongside our workers on the field as they actively are part of the care they need.

You can con tact her at Lisette Gabre or find her ProActive member care resources here.

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