Episodes
-In this episode: Book 5 integrates the static theory developed thus far with the theory developed independently by the psychologists Briggs and Myers, which for legal reasons we call MBNI. In this way, we add dynamics. We give causes for MBNI, and explain childhood d
Published 10/12/06
-In this episode: History shows that Mercy strategy is very willing to pardon the errors of others. Behind a bubbly and vivacious personality is a character that is 'spiritually sensitive' and rooted strongly in sorrow -- it makes him an emissary of sensitivity.
Published 10/11/06
-In this episode: We see in history that personal conviction allows long-range goals, as strategies in the mind link up to generate self-initiated action. Goals channel identification into freeing the oppressed; platform abilities mobilize public opinion; skills in me
Published 10/10/06
-In this episode: History indicates that a 'closed up' or narcissistic Mercy strategy provokes opposition and must thus manipulate in order to maintain its influence. We look at multiple examples along an axis of manipulation versus respect, and notice in particular t
Published 10/09/06
-In this episode: History indicates that Mercy strategy is strongly enhanced when there are personal convictions that rule over the emotions derived from personal values. We look at multiple examples along an axis of conviction versus etiquette.
Published 10/08/06
-In this episode: History reveals that the Mercy who is willing to 'be himself' in an 'opened up' manner is unexcelled as a platform performer. He tends to see and identify with all of the many sides of a situation, and thus also makes a terrific mediator.
Published 10/07/06
-In this episode: History indicates that Mercy parents find it hard to discipline a child. In contrast, they emphasize tradition and celebrate special occasions. An associative sense of humor tells stories and senses the humorous side of experience.
Published 10/06/06
-In this episode: We see in history that Nature is a great healer of 'closed up' thought. It is eliminated by deferring a focus on self, and establishing a focus on others. Family relationships become a major source of joy.
Published 10/05/06
-In this episode: History indicates that 'closed up' Mercy strategy, when confronted by opposition, leads to 'dark side thought' that tends to express itself in violence. Death and disease become objects of fear. This frame of mind is easily passed on to children.
Published 10/04/06
-In this episode: History indicates that the Mercy is strongly tempted to 'close up' his emotional sensitivity, and live in some alternate reality. As part of this, he can be addicted to television. Food, sleep and drugs may become 'love substitutes.'
Published 10/03/06
-In this episode: History shows that the Mercy often finds it hard to give orders to others. He fears failure, and can suffer severely from bouts of depression. If immediate need is not present, he may be lazy. Alternatively, under pressure, he can become a perfection
Published 10/02/06
-In this episode: History indicates that Mercy strategy is at the foundation of the circuit for self-initiated action. The Mercy sees immediate need that results from an identification with those around him. In time, he can himself become an example to others.
Published 10/01/06
-In this episode: We see historically that the Mercy is shy as a child, and then shy with the opposite sex as he grows older. He appreciates examples whom he can respect, and especially needs intimacy in a marriage relationship.
Published 09/30/06
-In this episode: History shows that the Mercy is very sensitive to criticism, and may find it hard to defend himself against personal attack. He appreciates loyalty from those who will stick with him and defend him.
Published 09/29/06
-In this episode: History shows that the Mercy is sensitive to the expectations of others - it suggests that this strategy is the mental foundation for an approval-based flavor of conscience. The Mercy is very aware of the social standing of others, and cares for the
Published 09/28/06
-In this episode: We see in history that the Mercy emphasizes an experience-oriented learning style, and is sensitive to music. The fact that these aspects can both have strong religious overtones suggests once more that a section of the mind sensitive to the paranorm
Published 09/27/06
-In this episode: History indicates that the Mercy communicates non-verbally, which suggests a foundation in right hemisphere thought. He hates insincerity and disharmony, and identifies with hurts of others - we will later suggest this again involves the mirror neuro
Published 09/26/06
-In this episode: We see through historical examples that the Mercy is a person of feelings that alternate between poles of joy and sorrow. He thinks associatively and like to interact with others 'heart to heart' - we will link this later to mirror neurons in the bra
Published 09/25/06
-In this episode: We close our discussion by discussing compatibilities and conflicts involving the Mercy and the Perceiver. We discuss mechanisms that generate conscience, and suggest that this conviction consists of two completely distinct flavors.
Published 09/24/06
-In this episode: We discuss compatibilities and conflicts between the Facilitator and the Mercy, the Facilitator and the Perceiver, the Facilitator and the Server, and the Facilitator and the Teacher. Among other things, we describe mechanisms that generate a prefere
Published 09/23/06
-In this episode: This section examines compatibilities and conflicts between the Facilitator and the Contributor, and between two Facilitators. Among other things, we expand our discussion to examine the distinction between a hard and a soft science. We discover the
Published 09/22/06
-In this episode: This section looks at compatibilities and conflicts between the Exhorter and the Contributor, the Exhorter and the Facilitator, the Exhorter and the Mercy, the Exhorter and the Perceiver, and the Exhorter and the Teacher. We see more clearly how driv
Published 09/21/06
-In this episode: This section describes compatibilities and conflicts between Contributor and Perceiver, Contributor and Server, and Contributor and Teacher, and further develops a model of the architecture of thought.
Published 09/20/06
-In this episode: In the context of describing mechanisms behind common compatibilities and conflicts, we exploit constraints of symmetry and history to develop a static architecture of the human mind. This section depicts interaction between Contributor and Contribut
Published 09/19/06