Feb 18, 2021 | Abuse, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Difficult people, Emotional Health, Ministry Leader, Narcissism, Pastor, Relationships, Uncategorized
During the month of February, we’ve been writing a series of posts on getting/staying healthy mentally and emotionally. Today’s post is part three. Enjoy ~ John According to an article in Psychology Today, the average narcissism score among college...
Jan 21, 2021 | Grief, Loss, Relationships
I never have been very stoic when saying goodbye. I remember as a youngster, when my older brother Rick left to go to boot camp for the Army reserve, I burst into tears at the airport prior to his departure. Every time I had to say goodbye to Laura when returning to...
Nov 5, 2020 | Depression, discouragement, Emotional Health, friendship, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Missionary, Pastor, Relationships
This past Sunday at church, a good friend asked me, “How are you?” I gave her the standard, “I’m good” response, even though I came to church that morning carrying some heaviness. She persisted, “How are you . . . really?” It was like she had radar and could sense...
Oct 22, 2020 | Alignment, Emotional Health, friendship, Introverts, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Relationships
Today Jaime Hlavin rejoins us after a brief hiatus. An introvert by nature, Jaime opens up about her struggle with nurturing this most important piece of personal alignment . . . replenishing relationships. Enjoy ~ John As I’m sure you know, John recently launched his...
Oct 15, 2020 | Disappointment, discouragement, Emotional Health, Relationships, Uncategorized
God answers every prayer with “Yes,” “Wait,” or “No.” The last response is always the most difficult one to receive, and can be flat-out heartbreaking ~ Rick Warren I’m going through a little stretch right now where God has said “no” to a few things I’ve been...
Aug 6, 2020 | Exhaustion, Fatigue, Relationships, Uncategorized
A couple of weeks ago, Laura and I attended a high school graduation party. It was the first extended time we spent talking and interacting with a large group of people since the COVID-19 quarantine began. The party was great fun, but when we got into our car to...
