Bad Thought Therapy™

This is an introductory episode on ways to constructively resolve conflict.

We all have seasons of painful setbacks. However, it is not how many times you fall; what is important is getting back up after difficult seasons. There are countless examples of people throughout history who overcame challenges and achieved their goals. Be encouraged. Do not give up. Keep moving toward a better place, even when you haven't worked out all the "how's".

Where are your thoughts taking you? 

Here's another short and inspirational message for Christian listeners. Scripture reference: Isaiah 3:10

All people who deserve awards don't get them. However, rewards always come to those who continue to operate with excellence. Learn why Angela Bassett was snubbed again by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. 

Warning: Spoiler Alert! Scenes from RRR will be discussed in this episode. A big shout-out goes to S. S. Rajamouli (director and screenwriter) and K. K. Senthil Kumar (cinematographer) of this AMAZING film!

If I baked a cake and told you it was good, how you you really know I was telling the truth? You would have to try it! It is possible to transform toxic thoughts into healthy ones, but you must give the methods for doing so a try. Listen and learn. 

Hold tightly to your dreams, but hold loosely to your own plan for how they will be realized. Listen and learn. 

Being connected to God (no matter what is happening) is the key for peace, clarity, strength... Listen and learn.

We must be mindful not to address every offense. We must let go and let God defend us; He will protect our reputations. It's exhausting trying to convince people to understand us; straighten out misunderstandings and misinterpretations. We must stop talking to people and start talking to God. He knows what is in our hearts and that is all that matters. 

The Covid-19 Pandemic was an alarming time in world history. There were many interesting things that happened and there are still many unanswered questions. This episode is like a Socratic Seminar. If you can answer some of the questions, please let us know. 

There are many ways to see life. At times, life can seem like a playground, school, soccer game... or a battlefield. There are some things you can do to win the war between good and evil. Listen and learn. 

Decide NOT to be a victim of domestic violence. Learn about things you should NEVER do to avoid being hurt or killed. 

It is possible for people to change for good, but this takes time, support, and specific actions for healing, redemption, and atonement. People don't have to become eternal prisoners to violence. Learn how to transform bad behavior. 

Being secure in who you are is one of the ways to have peace, joy, and good mental health. 

"Who redeems your life from destruction, who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies..."-Psalm 103:4 

John Donne once said, "Humiliation is the beginning of sanctification." Getting beyond shame, embarrassment, dishonor and disgrace (whether self-imposed or otherwise) is not easy, but it is possible to be happy in spite of one of life's most difficult emotions. This episode offers strategies for handling humiliation. 

You can choose peace instead of chaos; you can choose joy instead of sorrow. You do not have to suffer and die from domestic violence. Whether you are a victim or an abuser, HEALING IS POSSIBLE. Listen and learn.  

What should you do when someone has been unkind to you? Listen and learn. 

This episode includes commentary and praise for a teenager from New York who is helping young people become more social by quitting social media.

Pride can be both good and bad. R. Kelly's story is a sad and cautionary tale of how the wrong kind of pride often precedes a fall. 

It is exhausting and frankly dangerous, trying to "force God's hand" to make outcomes happen a certain way. Peace happens when we surrender to God's will and stop resisting what is happening to us. Listen and learn about how to let go and let God do what no one else can, bless us through our trouble. 

You will always have what you need when you are connected to God. "In times of disaster they will not wither; in days of famine they will enjoy plenty."-Psalm 37:19 (NIV)

To understand ourselves and become our best, we must engage in self-reflection as well as have a strong sense of self-awareness and humility. Some of the people we encounter can help us with this because they are reflections (mirrors) of who we are and what we are doing. When we are aware of how human mirrors cross our path to aid us in seeing ourselves, we can grow and elevate our thinking and em...

This episode of "short and sweet" is a reminder that God will never, ever forsake you nor leave you.