Deep Imprints

MAY 11, 2012

Here is an easy example. Here are some examples: Your child has a meltdown (I will finally get to focus the attention I wanted to on this child!). When you are in a pit of sour, it is hard to make that mental transformation that will help you see the positive. The skill we are looking at is called reframing.

Budgeting 68

Budgeting Follow-up Stress Examples 68

Deep Imprints

DECEMBER 19, 2011

The book is neither someone’s good example being held up nor a cautionary tale. There are lots of scripture references to give context to what the author was journaling about–which I really appreciated–and dates, but these are milestones for the author’s journey, not a map for others to follow.

Books 72

Books Reference Review Participative 72

Deep Imprints

JUNE 1, 2012

It also sets an example that will reduce engagement. Invite people over to dinner. Many pastors want to get their communities to engage more, but limit their engagement to a few. This really helps limit emotional overload. Bring people into your home once a month – just two or three couples at a time.

Strategy 56

Strategy Budgeting Information Resources 56

Deep Imprints

MAY 17, 2012

Example: A board member tells you how you blew a meeting, and offended half the room…you had no idea. When other people attribute wrong attitudes to you take time to: Check self – ask yourself and God if your attitude is wrong. Check with others – sometimes you need to also get the perspective of others.

Learning-by-Doing 56

Learning-by-Doing Follow-up Examples Process 56

Deep Imprints

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

The examples in this book were terrific. I believe in the economy of large churches – where you have a large group of people who are focused and led well, you have the time, energy and fiscal resources to make a real difference. This brings me to my biggest concern.

Decentralization 56

Decentralization Open-book Energy Books 56