_thumb.png "Type is not meant to box you in; it is designed to help us understand ourselves and others better.")
Using all the mental processes (Sensing, Intuition, Thinking, and Feeling) can lead to clearer perceptions, sounder judgments, and more effective problem-solving. In this second article of the Problem-Solving two-part series, Dr. Yvonne Nelson-Reid explains Gordon Lawrence’s Z-Model for problem-solving using MBTI® personality type, and each personality type's bias is considered.
The four mental processes—Sensing, Intuition, Thinking, and Feeling—are used for taking in information and making decisions. We need all the processes for effective problem-solving. Most of us tend to lean on our natural strengths and neglect our stretches. For a balanced way to problem-solve, Yvonne Nelson-Reid, PhD, proposes the use of the Z-model. The Z-model is easy to use and directs one, using questions for guidance, through each of the four mental processes.
"Helping others appreciate and affirm who they are naturally is a core value of mine, which is why I love the work that I do," says Melissa Roux, RN. Besides being a pediatric registered nurse for over 25 years, Melissa is also a certified MMTIC® practitioner, providing feedback sessions for students and families. In this month's article, she shares some of the experiences, discussions, and insights that happen within and from an MMTIC feedback session.
.png "Understanding one's own personality type can enhance one's daily gratitude process.")
Autumn brings forth a resurgence of gratitude for many, but those experiencing hardship in life might need a little help to make every day a day for giving thanks. Gracyn Nelson-Reid describes her challenging year and how understanding her own personality type has helped in her healing process.
.png "Kids who are going back to school can learn to use their strengths and stretches to succeed in learning, studying, and test-taking")
Now that summer is nearing an end and kids are back at school how do we best prepare them for success in learning, studying, and test-taking? Yvonne Nelson-Reid, PhD, shares type knowledge on how to help children use their strengths and how to deal with the challenging stretches this school year.
