The Launch Mission

New routines are easier to form when everything else is changing. Pick a Habit You Want to Build. Want to journal, read daily, go on walks, or wake up early? Start now, and you’ll be more likely to continue once you move. College won’t magically give you more discipline—it will…

Continuing on in the Before You Go series, it’s time to get personal. This week: Write a letter to yourself. Capture how you’re feeling right now. What are you excited about? What are you afraid of? Write a letter to your future self—honest and hopeful. This isn’t just a journal…

In this Summer Rewind episode, we revisit a conversation with author and speaker Mark Matlock about one of the most important qualities a student can develop before college: wisdom. Mark unpacks what wisdom really looks like in everyday life and why it’s so crucial during the transition from high school…

Now that you’ve started anchoring yourself in truth, let’s talk about staying connected. Start a “People to Call” List. Even with people surrounding you, college can feel lonely. Making a list now of people you want to stay in touch with—family, friends, mentors—will help you remember you’re not alone. This…

Next up, let’s talk about something small that makes a big difference—anchoring yourself in truth with a verse to carry into college. The Bible encourages believers to hide God’s Word in their hearts so they can live in alignment with His truth. Psalm 119:11 says, “I have hidden your word…

In this Summer Rewind episode, we revisit a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jonathan Morrow, Director of Cultural Engagement and Student Discipleship at Impact 360 Institute and adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University. As an expert in Christian worldview and Gen Z culture, Dr. Morrow shares why it’s essential for students to…

Continuing on from taking care of your space, it’s time to prepare your mindset. College will challenge you in new ways, so Practice Doing Hard Things. College brings new challenges—mentally, socially, spiritually. Practicing discomfort now will help you later. Start a new workout, take a cold shower, or have a…

Over the next few weeks, we’ll explore what it means to prepare for college—emotionally, spiritually, and practically—starting with one small but important step: Cleaning your room. (Yes, Really) It sounds simple, but it matters. Cleaning your room before you leave for college is both a practical step and a symbolic one.…

This episode from our Summer Rewind series features Pete Hardesty and Josh Burnette, co-authors of Adulting 101: #Wisdom4Life. As students prepare for life after high school, Pete and Josh offer practical advice on what it really means to step into adulthood. From managing responsibilities and setting goals to making wise…