I help turn the turbulence of life’s transitions into a smoother ride.
Unlocking ways to
embrace your power in life's transitions.
I speak about navigating unplanned challenges with clarity and composure. I’m 2-0 vs. open-heart surgery and I’ve been a full-time caregiver for a family member confronted with an unexpected and sudden health crisis. I draw from these experiences, and my versatile background in the sciences and theology, to offer practical wisdom that resonates with anyone who has faced challenging, often unplanned, major life transitions. You already have the tools to face these challenges. My goal is to help you confidently use those tools when it matters most.
Talks
Your Life
Is Yours
Many life transitions catch us off guard, but in these circumstances you have more autonomy and agency than you might realize. In this talk I provide actionable strategies to power up your skills of self-advocacy, assertiveness, and critical thinking in order to navigate unexpected detours. Own your life, not the other way around.
Self-Care > Other-Care
There’s a reason they tell you on airplanes to put on your own oxygen mask before you help anyone else. In this talk I provide strategies for filling, rather than emptying, your tank so that your best self can help others be theirs. Your health, caregiving, and career responsibilities don’t have to define you.
Your Health(care) Is
4-Dimensional
Health is not merely individualistic, medical, local, and now. It’s impossible to achieve optimal wellness without approaching it from multiple perspectives – even if your medical providers don’t. In this talk I provide strategies for applying 4-dimensional critical thinking to enhance both your health and your healthcare experience.
Personal Experience Meets
Professional Expertise
Dr. Jacob Kendall helps turn the turbulence of life’s transitions into a smoother ride. He is the survivor of two open-heart surgeries in early adulthood and has formal training in gerontology, public health, social work, biology, and theology. Jacob believes the key to navigating transitions is a convergent, big picture approach, integrating multiple perspectives. In an eternal pursuit to be a Renaissance person, Jacob has accumulated 25 passport stamps (so far), and enjoys birdwatching and playing the piano. His reading ranges from quantum mechanics to Stephen King. He currently lives with his wife and son on Mobile Bay.
“Jacob did an outstanding job equipping a diverse audience to engage in productive dialogue. His speaking style connected with the audience right away and created a safe space for participants to ask questions and discuss what they were learning. The group left feeling more confident about their ability to engage in conversation, even around tough topics! We are grateful to Jacob for this experience!”
Dixie Ford, MDIv
Pastor, Crosscreek Baptist Church
"Jacob’s talk was a fantastic example of interdisciplinarity. His engaging style had the audience hooked from the start, and the interactive nature of the presentation ensured that each listener was an active participant. Jacob brings a uniquely global understanding to this discussion thanks to his personal experiences and educational background, and he makes the material both relatable and understandable. I highly recommend him!”
Kevin Johnson, MA, PhD
Associate Professor, Taylor University
“I had the pleasure of interviewing Jacob for my podcast, The Macro Social Work Mentor, and he impressed me with his interdisciplinary knowledge and approach to discussing the intersections of healthcare, social work, religion, and faith. His honesty and clarity makes him worth listening to.”
Victor Manalo, MSW, PhD
Podcast Producer and Host
The Macro Social Work Mentor podcast
“Jacob did an engaging job sharing his experiences and knowledge about various topics, like the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare and other complex issues., like the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to complex problems. He also did a great job posing questions on ethics and dismantling outdated systems. We were lucky to have him.”
Jonathan Meagher-Zayas, MSW, MPA, CFRE, CDP
Adjunct Professor University at Albany, SUNY
Queer Latinx Millennial Nonprofit Leadership Strategist
“Jacob's ability to reflect on his career choices, even in the face of personal health challenges, showcases his introspection skills and his commitment to personal growth. His personal and professional journey demonstrate clearly that neither our own health(care) nor our professional life happens in a vacuum. I wholeheartedly recommend Jacob Kendall as a source of inspiration for those seeking to make meaningful changes at their intersection of their health and work.”
David Mendes, PhD
Podcast Producer and Host
Papa PhD Podcast
Science Communicator
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