Choose 2 Think: Breaking Free from Unhealthy Thought Loops as a Christian Woman

Martha Bolton is the author of 88 books, is an Emmy nominee, a Dove Award nominee, and the ‘with’ author on 3 New York Times best-selling books.  She was nominated for a Writers’ Guild Award for the Emmy-winning Bob Hope-The First Ninety Years.   Martha was Bob’s first full-time female staff writer and wrote for his TV specials, personal appearances, and special events.  She has als...

DISCOUNTING THE POSITIVE is VERY SIMILAR to MENTAL FILTERING except instead of IGNORING all the positives that flow right on through your mental filter, you are more adamant in ABSOLUTELY REJECTING the good things. What is the danger from discounting the positive? It might make you feel like Even though you worked hard, it just wasn’t good enough You may feel inadequate and even less than You may...

Film Producer Tim Maloney: Timothy Mahoney is the award winning director of six feature films: Patterns of Evidence: The Red Sea Miracle I & II, Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy, Patterns of Evidence: The Exodus and now Patterns of Evidence: Journey to Mount Sinai Part I.   Tim is the founder of Thinking Man Films and Media, a Minneapolis, Minnesota based international document...

Welcome to Part 3 in our Magnificent Mondays Series all about overcoming cognitive distortions so that  you can be SALT AND LIGHT to others as you share the love of Christ to a world in need! You may recall that a cognitive distortion is a thought that is not straight - it’s crooked, if you will, and it doesn’t line up with reality or it is excessively negative in essence.  We all dip into cogniti...

We’re going to bring your PRAYER LIFE under the spotlight today on the show and unpack 3 Overarching REASONS and several THOUGHTS that may be keeping you from praying and having the vibrant prayer life that you desire. The show is based on Psalm 70, penned by David. Be sure to listen to the entire episode to unlock 8 PRACTICAL WAYS TO REV UP YOUR PRAYER LIFE TODAY! CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: EMAIL: ch...

What is OVERGENERALIZATION? Although this is one word, it has 2 parts: over and generalization.  "Over" means excessive in this case and "generalization" is a term that is extremely broad. It's when you excessively broaden any thought or conclusion--from one negative event you make a sweeping generalization about yourself or your situation. For example, burning the toast go...

Author Craig Smith spent his early career using music as his main platform for ministry.  He wrote and recorded fourteen music projects with a myriad of songs charting the top ten national Christian charts, received a Dove nomination for “Best Worship Album,” and a nomination for SESAC Inspirational Songwriter of the Year.   Now, after years of touring his music around the world, Craig i...

On the Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast we take 2 Scriptures very seriously:  2 Cor. 10:5 which tells us to take every thought captive and to bring it to the obedience of Christ and Rom. 12:2 that admonishes you and me to be transformed through the renewing of our minds.   In our Magnificent Monday Series we are going to take a deep dive into about 12 common cognitive distortions or filters th...

There is one verse in Psalm 68 that we’re gonna camp out on today, one that will encourage your heart: Verse 19 says: Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.  Why are we going to camp out here? Because I know you are busy and I know sometimes you feel weighed down by life’s demands, both the good ones and the challenging ones. You may have young children under f...

Ever heard this song by kid singer Raffi? I like to go bowling with my friend Bert My bowling ball and my bowling shirt I like roll the ball down the lane On a good day, I'll throw a few strikes And maybe some spares, that's what I like Bowling is my kind of game from: https://genius.com/Raffi-the-bowling-song-lyrics I used to have an old Raffi tape (yes, cassette tape) and I loved his songs! This...

Sober since 2001, Rob Lohman helps people suffering from substance abuse to find freedom from addiction and incarceration.  Rob is the Founder of LIFTED From The Rut. Divinely FREED from alcoholism and drug addiction in 2001, Rob has helped thousands of families, individuals and professionals discover FREEDOM from addiction.  He does this through sharing his testimony, Professional Inter...

Open up a word document or grab a blank sheet of paper and take about 30 minutes or so to reflect on last year in 4 areas: health (both emotional and physical); your wealth (purpose, passion and earthly mission); your love life and relationships (intimacy and community); and your faith or spirituality. Go ahead. Put those category names at the top of your page: health, wealth, love, faith.  T...

Erica is the founder of Every Life Ministries, bringing the truths of Scripture to transform lives. With An Unexpected Revival being her fifth release from Moody Publishers, she also serves on the writing team for Proverbs 31 Ministries’ First 5 Teaching App, teaches in various local and national venues, and serves on the women’s ministry leadership team for her church. She’s also taught women in...

ON SALE NOW: The Choose 2 Think Devotional Kindle Version for you app or to read on your device! Over these past 2 months on the BRAIN POWER SERIES, we’ve gone the gamut on your brain!  We’ve discussed taking good care of your brain,  brain anatomy, your diet, and why the blood brain barrier is so important,  affirmations and your brain  the impact movement has on your brain&nb...

Merry Christmas! Join me as I read from Luke Chapters 1 and 2 as well as an excerpt from Timothy Keller's book called Hidden Christmas. Have a safe and blessed Christmas! I love you so much and appreciate your support! CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com WEBSITE COACHING ONLINE COURSES YOUTUBE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM * CHOOSE 2 THINK: Find Peace, Joy, Hope, Health & Freedom Every D...

The US Surgeon General says that loneliness is a national epidemic.  This BRAIN POWER series episode of the Choose 2 Think Inspirational podcast  is designed to help you defeat loneliness today so that you can find that bounce in your step again and establish meaningful connections and purpose. SEGMENTS: Part 1 - sobering news about loneliness and your brain Part 2 - what the Bible says...

Meet Gloria Knight.  Author of Soul Wound, a fictionalized version of Gloria’s real-life story marked by suspense, danger, and love. Victim of two abusive marriages and a mother of three children. She has been single ever since. Gloria uses her horrific life experiences to minister to outer-city children. She teaches them to be leaders and examples in their communities. Before getting married...

I am super pumped to bring you part 5 in our BRAIN POWER series on the Choose 2 think Inspirational Podcast. Today’s episode is gonna blow your socks off! We’re gonna crack the code on what temptation is all about - what’s happening in your brain, and you’ll finish this episode with 9 tips to help you choose healthy food choices this holiday season.  And it may not be food indulgence that get...

 This video podcast bonus episode recounts some of our best guest clips and helps you to see what we're all about!  You can view this video on the Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast channel on YouTube here Or directly on Spotify! Thank you for tuning in! Get your free gift when you invest in the Choose 2 Think Devotional! Want to bulk order 10 or more copies of the devotional? Email me...

Walk away with 7 practical applications to apply to your life today with a focus on GRATITUDE. Inspired in part by a recent interview between Cathy Heller and Neil Pasricha. FREEBIE ALERT:  The Ultimate Gratitude Guide: https://mailchi.mp/212e3731644c/ultimategratitudeguide CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com WEBSITE COACHING ONLINE COURSES YOUTUBE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM * CHOOSE...

On the Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast, we chat about choosing 2 think about your wealth or purpose, your faith, your relationships, AND your health! Health is the name of the game for this episode, part 5 of the Brain Power Series.  Daily and regular movement is heart and brain healthy. We’re coming on the holidays, and it’s getting chilly outside. Let me offer you a list of 14 ways tha...

With more than 35 years in the entertainment business as a musician, producer, director, and entrepreneur:  Rick Eldridge makes projects happen. Whether sports programming, live production, animated series, or feature films, Rick has been involved in every facet of creative development and production management in the entertainment industry. He is a graduate of Brevard Col...

Your brain believes what you tell it most and what you visualize the most! Every single day your body responds to your thoughts! Simply thinking about anything causes your brain to fire signals and to release neurotransmitters which control or impact bodily functions - even your emotions, moods, and mindsets! In a nutshell this is the essence of your brain’s neuroplasticity! This is the 4th video...

You may hear a bit of fatigue in my voice on this episode. Yeah. I'm kinda tired, but with God's help, I'm pressing on. :) I remind you (and me) to give yourself a break, to go easy on yourself this holiday season, and to keep your eyes and effort on what matters most.  Praising God is your secret weapon in the battlefield of your mind.  GET THE ULTIMATE GRATITUDE GUIDE (has that gratitu...

Today, we’re gonna briefly tackle neuroplasticity or the scientific fact that it is NEVER too late to form new brain neurons and connections.  This means you don’t have to stay stuck in the same old moods, mindsets, or states of being.  You have considerable control over your feelings BUT if you are in negative think /feel loop, you’re gonna have to work hard to rewire your brain. ...