Practicing Connection
Improve your resilience and readiness in a rapidly changing world.
Jessica Beckendorf and Bob Bertsch host this exploration of personal and collective practices that empower us to work together to help each other, our families, and our communities improve our resilience and readiness.
Practicing Connection
Reflections on Connection, Collaboration, and Finding Inspiration
This is our annual Reflections episode, where we invite some of our podcast collaborators from the past year to share their reflections with us. Why? Because at the heart of meaningful connection, communication, and collaboration is the ongoing journey of self-awareness, learning, and growth. Regular reflection helps us stay grounded, inspired, and ready for the challenges ahead.
In this episode, co-hosts Jessica Beckendorf and Bob Bertsch reflect on the year that’s passed, highlighting the importance of finding inspiration in the midst of everyday moments and in collective efforts to support others. We also hear from two special guests who share their reflections on resilience, collaboration, and the power of community:
- Nicola Winkel, Project Director, Arizona Coalition for Military Families
- Kristen Jowers, Program Coordinator, OneOp (University of Kentucky)
Tune in as they share how they've found inspiration through difficult work, the beauty of small moments, and the strength of community connection during challenging times.
2025 Camp 1: Ocoee Whitewater Rafting and Outdoor Quest
Dates: July 11-14, 2025
Number of Participants: 80 (40 parent/teen teams)
2025 Camp 2: ACE Whitewater Rafting, Climbing, Rappelling and Outdoor Adventure
Dates: July 25-28, 2025
Number of Participants: 54 (27 parent/teen teams)
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Families from any state and branch are welcome to register.
