Bad Thought Therapy™

If gratitude was an ingredient in cake, it would be the sugar. Being thankful makes life sweeter. In this episode two sisters discuss how gratitude empowers you to get through tough times and how it inspires you to have hope and take action to make things better. 

Mathias Hardeman escaped from what he describes as a cult. He shares his horrific experiences in the movie (available on YouTube) and the book, "Pulpit Gangster" and how his faith in God was restored. This episode helps listeners distinguish the difference between good religious practices that uplift and empower people versus the bad ones that oppress, hurt, and manipulate them. 

"Grief never ends, but it changes. It is a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith. It is the price of love."-Unknown In this episode, learn about healthy ways to deal with grief.

A mother/daughter duo clarifies the real meaning of sexual harassment and ways you can avoid it or minimize your chances of becoming a "victim".

Is racism a spiritual or mental issue? Is it inherited or taught? A mother/daughter duo discusses their thoughts about racism and how to constructively deal with it. 

Anger is an emotion that all humans have. Anger can ignite a fire to build something better or it can be used to destroy and hurt ourselves and others. Learning how to manage our anger constructively is the key to avoiding regret and unnecessary pain.

In this very first episode of "Bad Thought Therapy" learn how to transform bad thoughts into good ones. All human beings have bad thoughts, however we have the power to choose what to do with them. We can surrender to them or we can rebuke them. We can feed them or we can starve them. Bad thoughts can be healed using pain-free practices. The choice is ours. How we respond to our thoughts will ulti...

Allowing a person from your past to have a revolving door in your life could be damaging and/or deadly. Find out what you should consider before re-opening the door to an old flame. 

Your power comes from your focus. Are you concentrating on things that build or destroy? Do you give your attention to things that are positive or negative? This episode offers tips for ways to be a better steward of your mental energy and time. 

"It is easier to raise strong children than to repair broken men." -Frederick Douglass Young adult author, Russell E. Ivory shares empowering lessons for teenage boys, especially those who are growing up urban settings. He explains why he wrote the book, Watch Me Grow that features a 16-year-old character who is learning how to make better choices. 

How can people distinguish the difference between mild (regular) depression as an emotion versus a serious, clinical issue? Vivian Nichols, a professional licensed counselor answers this question and offers effective ways to deal with different forms of depression.  If you live in the Atlanta Metropolitan area, call PAD partners with the City of Atlanta’s 311 non-emergency services line to fa...

Peace is something that you can create for yourself. It is not the absence of trouble; peace happens when you fully embrace God's providence. This episode includes simple actions people can practice to get and sustain peace despite difficult circumstances.

Sharon L. Almon, the author of More Than A Paycheck , shares essential lessons for having a long and healthy marriage despite challenging times. She and her husband, Maurice, have been married for 40 years. Her book can be purchased from her website: www.sharonlalmon.com. Listen and learn with #BadThoughtTherapy.

Thousands of people (mainly women) are injured and/or killed in toxic relationships. This show highlights critical things to consider that can save your life, including (1) getting to know people before getting intimately connected; (1B) don't ignore red flags; (2) monitor communication skills; (the lack of effective communication skills is a red flag); and (3) make sure you have a strong sense of...