Bad Thought Therapy™

Why do so many Black men take the time to publicly and viciously talk about Black women and their weight? Why are their comments so hateful? In traditional West African culture, big women were considered beautiful and healthy. Could it be that Black men hate themselves, their mothers, their blackness...? Could it be that Black men have internalized the ideologies of other groups of people and beli...

As long as we have life, we have the potential to heal from our bad experiences and mistakes. This episode shares critical actions for healing our hearts and minds and ways to begin the arduous journey of redemption and atonement. 

In all relationships, people have to adapt, adjust and recognize the changes of the people around them. Breakups and problems can be prevented in relationships when people accommodate the growth and evolution of others.

God's blessings are always on the way. There might be some stops they have to make before getting to you. Keep trusting the Most High God because there is nothing He can't do. 

James Baldwin once said, "To be a Negro in this country and to be relatively conscious is to be in a state of rage almost, almost all of the time, and in one's work." This episode discusses the disturbing arrest of Mrs. Stevens, an elderly, Black retired teacher at Mid-Florida Credit Union. Was this situation motivated by racism? How do we stop situations like this from happening? The following vi...

We all fall short and have the potential to do ignoble things. Understanding how to "work through" bad thoughts is the key to having noble character and avoid lies, lust and losing. 

All humans need recognition, validation and affirmation. What should you do when you do not receive the awards that you feel you deserve? We can learn so much from Beyonce's history-making musical career. We must learn to continue with the highest level of excellence despite not always being acknowledged. Rewards (blessings) come from God; they are eternal and are more valuable than the awards. Re...

God preapproved you before you were born. Have you approved yourself?

Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains details of a brutal crime. The host discusses how spirituality influences behavior. Demonic possession is often dismissed outside of the church, but the truth is that evil is at the root of the Tyre Nichols tragedy among others. Understanding how this happens is the way to prevent it in the future.  

This episode includes lessons on staying committed. A part of the message is by an unknown author. 

This episode discusses black male misogyny and ways to heal and become advocates for constructive change.

It is inevitable that all of us will endure bad experiences; some of the pain will be caused by ourselves and at times, other people. Therefore, every person deals with seasons of suffering and victimhood. While it is important to acknowledge and work through our emotions, we must also come to a point of transformation and decide that we will not allow what happened to reduce us, paralyze us, and...

"Short and Sweet" is a segment of Bad Thought Therapy™ inspired the text messages of an unknown author. This episode helps listeners learn how to break the spiritual, emotional, and mental chains that inhibit them from enjoying their best lives.

This episode discusses the spiritual, psychological, historical, and social reasons why so many Black men hate Black women.

"Short and Sweet" is a segment of Bad Thought Therapy™ inspired the text messages of an unknown author. This episode is a reminder that while we are not perfect, we can work on getting better and improving our lives. 

What should you do when you are angry? Learn how to use anger to positively transform your life and situations. Anger is not necessarily bad if you respond to it in the RIGHT ways. The key is learning how to manage your anger so that you can solve problems and improve situations. 

Is is possible to have peace about being single? Listen and learn about how to stop your obsession with marriage. It is only when you can fully accept the status that God has given you in the present that you are capable of being a prospective wife in the future.

If we want to see more compassion in the world, we must teach it, especially to children. The apathy and the thoughtless violence that we see in the world was created by people and can be eradicated by the actions of people. “Having compassion starts and ends with having compassion for all those unwanted parts of ourselves.”– Pema Chodron

Parts of "Short and Sweet" include inspirational messages based on Biblical stories by an unknown author. This episode focuses on the dangers of creating discord. In the kingdom of God, it is dishonorable to cause division. We must be willing to work through our negative feelings about people. Instead of saying disparaging things about them and judging them, we must strive to pray for ourselves an...

Parts of "Short and Sweet" include inspirational messages based on Biblical stories by an unknown author. This episode focuses on the power of words and how speaking "favor" and goodness constructively transforms our circumstances. The theme of this message is our words create as well as determine outcomes. 

Parts of "Short and Sweet" include inspirational messages based on Biblical stories by an unknown author. This episode focuses on believing that God will publicly demonstrate His power in your life. 

Parts of "Short and Sweet" include inspirational messages based on Biblical stories by an unknown author. This episode focuses on NOT letting fear stop you from moving outside of your comfort zone. 

Parts of "Short and Sweet" include inspirational messages based on Biblical stories by an unknown author. This episode focuses on walking by faith and not by sight. 

Correction is an integral part of our human growth and development. When we humble ourselves to listen and learn from others, we can get the correction we need to have better lives. Instead of seeking cosigners, look for trustworthy and caring people to correct you. 

Our emotions are integral part of our humanity. It is important, however, not to get stuck on the first base on our emotions. Being mature means that we do not make decisions or respond negatively because our emotions. Making an emotional homerun involves working through our emotions; being introspective (looking inwardly at ourselves); doing our best and letting go of the rest; having integrity a...