“Resilience in Motion: Navigating Change, Loss, and the Unexpected”

Geared for families facing the unique challenges of transition or sudden change – whether it’s an unexpected relocation, a shift in community, or dealing with the losses that come with a transient lifestyle, this session offers insights and actionable strategies to help families build resilience together. Participants will gain tools to navigate change, process grief in healthy ways, and maintain a strong sense of connection amidst uncertainty. Learning Objectives: Understand the impact of sudden change on families and how resilience can be developed collectively. Identify healthy coping strategies that support both adults and children in processing grief and adapting to new environments. Learn practical techniques for maintaining stability and connection within the family unit during times of transition. Explore ways to build a positive mindset and create a sense of belonging, even in unfamiliar settings. Presenter bio: Christopher O’Shaughnessy is a passionate and versatile speaker, comedian, and author who uses a unique blend of story-telling, humor, and provocative insight to engage a wide array of people on topics associated with globalization and cross-cultural understanding. Chris is enlisted by organizations large and small ranging from international schools and educational institutions to government agencies and businesses across the globe. He has worked in, lived in, or traveled to more than 100 countries and brings first hand experience of an ever-globalizing world to his audiences.