by Rev. Michael Heath | Dec 17, 2016
A lot of brain research has been in the news lately but this one really is a “big deal” ! For those who have who suffer from treatment resistant depression and who maybe considering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) this research and, specifically,...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Dec 4, 2016
Frequently I’m asked about what a pastoral counselor is. Many folks are familiar with psychologists and social workers but pastoral counseling is less well understood. (Maybe that’s because the relative number of clinicians who have the extensive training...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Nov 23, 2016
Thanksgiving is here again and with it comes a flood of feelings and memories. This is a special and complicated celebration which congers up images of feasting and family get-togethers. Along with the delicious food and being with friends and relatives, Thanksgiving...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Nov 11, 2016
Recently, nationwide protests against president-elect Trump demonstrate that there are a lot of unhappy people in our country. This level of frustration was inevitable, no matter who won, since the campaigns were so hotly contested. When you add in the fact that the...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Nov 2, 2016
In a recent study it turns out that Facebook users live longer than those who don’t. If that sounds strange, there may be a good reason. It is all about having friends. While it is true that having a Facebook friend that you interact with via the internet is...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Oct 19, 2016
I recently listened to a fascinating program on Diane Rehm’s show about what we know about love, attraction and what makes a great marriage. Here nine tips which express the current consensus of what it takes to have a great marriage: * 1. Takes some time before you...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Oct 3, 2016
Everyone knows that seeing your doctor on regular basis for a check-up is a good idea. Periodic physical exams are a good way to identify conditions early. Catching a problem early is better than waiting until it has become bigger and more complicated. Well, the...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Sep 15, 2016
When it comes to mental and physical health, science is learning more and more about both the benefits of friendship and the increased risks of social isolation. The short quiz given in the link provided below offers a good summary of the benefits. For example:...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Aug 31, 2016
We all know that men and women are really different, especially when it comes to sex. If not understood, the differences relating to how often one is in the mood and what is arousing can lead to unnecessary misunderstandings and painful conflicts. Fortunately, there...
by Rev. Michael Heath | Aug 14, 2016
A lot of folks are worried about Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. While deterioration in cognitive abiltity is a serious problem for many, it is important to understand that most memory glitches are not permanent nor are they progressive. In fact,...
