Marcy looks at the contrast between the value of control and adaptation.  She notes the conflict, states examples, nad helps you work towards appreciation of a value different from your own.  

Marcy talks about developing a willingness to be made all things to all men that we might by all means save some.  Are we willing to die to our cultural values?  Are we willing to become a servant?

Missionaries can really struggle on the mission field or plummet into depression when expectations aren't met.  A key to longevity and happiness is being able to recognize and deal with the unmet expectations.

Marcy covers what stress is; the categories, red flags, and symptoms; how to combat it; and how to think differently about it.  

Is technology a blessing or curse, hurting or helping?  Marcy covers how technology can affect your transition and adjustment on the mission field.

Marcy covers 11 practical ways to help yourself during the transition process.  

Marcy covers what is happening during the entering and reinvolvement phase of transition.  Watch out for what temptations come your way as you try to gain a sense of control.

Marcy talks about how your level of stress can affect your ability to walk through the phases of change and transition.  

Social Readjustment Rating Scale 

PDF: https://www.brandeis.edu/roybal/docs/Social%20Readjustment%20rating%20scale_Website.pdf

Total online:  https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTCS_82.htm

Marcy covers the leaving phase of change and transition which includes three keys to leaving well:  resolving unfinished business; saying goodbye to people, places, things, and pets; and looking ahead realistically.  

Marcy explores how your roles, responsibilities, and relationships have changed by going overseas.  The comparison from before and after the change (physical move) is a good way to acknowledge what may be happening with the transition (our internal response).