Generosity is more than a noble action—it impacts emotional health, relationships, and spiritualgrowth. We would all likely agree that generosity as a virtue, modern research and Christianteaching together paint a compelling picture of how giving transforms every part of life. Christian psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Henry Cloud highlights this in The Law ofHappiness, connecting scientific research with timeless biblical …
Learning to Think Differently
According to Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, people generally fall into one of twogroups: those who take responsibility for their lives and those who don’t. That is thecentral theme of It’s Not My Fault. The doctors assert, with confidence drawn from both research and experience, that theinformation and guidance in this book will empower readers to transform not …
The Impact of Negative Thinking
How Negative Thinking Impacts Leaders In Boundaries for Leaders, Dr. Henry Cloud emphasizes the crucial role leaders play in shapingthe internal thinking patterns of their people. One of the most destructive patterns is negativethinking, which must be actively managed — not tolerated — if a team is to be healthy andhigh-performing. Practical Steps Leaders Can Take Audit team meetings, internal …
What is Entitlement?
Dr. John Townsend defines entitlement: “Entitlement is the belief that I am exemptfrom responsibility, and I am owed special treatment.” He offers a sampledescription: “The man who thinks he is above all the rules. The woman who feelsmistreated and needs others to make it up to her.” In this book you will be able torecognize entitlement in others oneself. Key …
How do you know if you are being Loving or Enabling?
Being loving is a wonderful virtue. Our world does need more love. However, when love become enabling it is harmful for both parties involved. When we have gone from loving to being enabling, also known as codependent, we are perpetuating problems in our relationships. Codependents rescue people from the consequences of their actions. They interrupt the opportunity for a person …
Steps to 9 Things Leaders Must Do – Part 3
9. Change your Beliefs As you embark on this path of growth, you will find that forward movement exposes old belief systems and that will try to deter you from your goal. Remember this: No matter how pervasive those beliefs are in your head, they have nothing to do with future reality. Listen to how you talk to yourself, then …
Steps to 9 Things Leaders Must Do – Part 2
5. Find Models We cannot easily do what we have never seen done. Find models; these can be people you know well, like mentors, friends, coaches. They can be people you watch through studying their stories and seeing how they behave. It is this watching and initating that takes this a step further than #1 (Don’t Go it Alone). It’s …
Steps to 9 Things Leaders Must Do – Part 1
1. Don’t Go it Alone Look to wise, loving people to help you along your journey. Find a mentor, support group, counselor, or coach. There is no magic formula that says you must get help. But there is a formula that says if you do not get help, you are not going to get as far. Ecclesiastes 4: 9-12. With …
What is Good Christian Therapy – Dr. John Townsend
There are times in life when therapy is what you need to heal and grow. If you decide you could benefit from therapy, how do you know how to evaluate good therapy. This information should help you know what to consider, how to evaluate this process and provide some guidelines to make a decision on the best fit for you. …
Do Christians Have Higher EQ? – Dr. Michele Fleming
I’m sure you have known someone that is deeply religious, but with deeply entrenched problems in their personal, professional, or relational lives. It can be hard to understand why someone with a sincere faith is struggling with major behavioral or personal issues. Especially when that “someone” is us! We may even be questioning our own faith if we struggle with …