by Rev. Michael Heath | May 14, 2017
Mother’s Day is that time of year when we honor and express our gratitude to our moms. It is a time to remember all of the sacrifice and love that was shown to us and to show how much we appreciate it. Cards and flowers, family dinners and trips to nice...
by Rev. Michael Heath | May 2, 2017
Since May is Mental Health Awareness month, I have to ask : How mindful are you about mental health? or, What does it mean to be mentally healthy? While understanding has grown and attitudes have improved over the years, there are still some misconceptions which...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Apr 16, 2017
Whether you are Christian or not, Easter is the time for hope. Whether one is Christian or not, Easter and spring’s arrival is a time of rebirth. Nature reawakens from its winter slumber and beautiful flowers adorn the once barren trees. The living floral displays,...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Apr 2, 2017
In coming to the Judges (Js) and Perceivers (Ps) we have arrived at the fourth axis on which the Meyers-Briggs personality grid is built and it is one of the most difficult style contrasts to resolve interpersonally. Js, like Ts, believe that there is only one correct...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Mar 19, 2017
In continuing our theme of improving communication skills, we come to the third axis of the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator scheme: Thinking (T) and Feeling (F). T/F is the only indicator in which gender seems to be determinative. 75% of men are Ts and 75%...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Mar 4, 2017
Another common communication snag results from personality-style clashes which Myers – Briggs classifies as iNtuitives (N) and Sensors (S). Briefly, Intuitives are folks who think in abstractions and generalities and anticipate and plan for the future. They see...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Feb 21, 2017
A common communication problem arises when unaware extrovert talks to an unaware introvert. Neuroscience has revealed that there are organic differences in the way information is processed in the brain which can result in communication problems and misunderstandings....
by Rev. Michael Heath | Feb 3, 2017
As Valentine’s Day approaches, our thoughts turn to love. Of course there are many kinds of love : The love of a parent for a child or a child for a parent; the love between brothers and sisters ; the love for family and friends. Romantic love, however, is the most...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Jan 15, 2017
It’s the new year and many of you would like to leave the old year behind. Some may be frustrated that it is hard to “let go”. One common cliche that I’m sure that you’ve seen or heard before is the one posted above. And it’s true...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Jan 2, 2017
Happy New Year! As we start the new year, many will feel the pressure to make and keep resolutions. While wanting to make changes and make improvements is a good thing, it can become a source of stress if a change is not approached realistically. The crucial factor...
