Bad Thought Therapy™
By C. Chérie Hardy
Bad Thought Therapy™Jun 30, 2022
(Love and Relationships) The Truth about Apologies: Lessons from the Sean Combs Video
How much do apologies matter? Can they take away painful memories or heal broken hearts? Listen and learn.
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#apologies #seancombs #badthoughttherapy
(Movie Therapy) You must watch the new Nigerian movie, "Unexpected Places: A Love Story" starring Timini Egbuson and Bimbo Ademoye!
Two beautiful and gifted Nigerian actors: Timini Egbuson and Bimbo Ademoye, have created magic (AGAIN) in film. Here is the link to see "Unexpected Places: A Love Story" on YouTube: "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InVf3C6-Gmo
#NigerianMovie #UnexpectedPlaces #MovieTherapy #BadThoughtTherapy
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(Mental Health) Jesus and the Ten Lepers: Lessons on Gratitude
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(Mother to Daughter) Is Bad Relationship Advice Hurting You?
It's good to seek out wise counsel, but bad relationship advice leads to pain and even death. Listen and learn.
When the Devil Calls Your Name: Lessons from the Sean Combs Video
A disturbing video from 2016 involving Sean Combs has been released publicly for the first time. Why do so many men hurt women and how do we stop it is discussed in this episode. Here is the link to CNN's report on a violent attack against Cassie Ventura: https://www.cnn.com/travel/kazakhstan-destination-wedding-romance-chance-encounters/index.html?iid=cnn_buildContentRecirc_end_recirc
(Mother to Son) Women and Work: Lesson from Harrison Butker's Speech at Benedictine College
Three-time Super Bowl champion, Harrison Butker's speech at Benedictine College has created a firestorm on social media. This episode addresses one of the comments he made, "Because I have a wife who leans into her vocation. I beyond blessed with the many talents God has given me. But it cannot be overstated, that all of my success is made possible because the girl I met in being class back in middle school would convert to the faith, become my wife and embrace one of the most important titles of all homemaker."
(Hero Alert) Small Acts Can Make A Big Difference: Larry Farrish, Jr.
Let's celebrate: Bus driver, Larry Farrish, Jr.! https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/living/story/bus-driver-buys-pajamas-student-sad-missing-pajama-107276757?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR21isQ0E0aEpVAIUk-_DQr0gFx8CTXPIrdGfQL4SFbVFKYflk5PPs---QM_aem_ARUTcD-73qcg8hoofHgiFWPown-NRTNVORqSh2OdzjXT-DUIVYDuWP7wCBtBGXuYrbF3KbMMO2P3zWrbAgL7ZFQU
Not Without Him: Lessons about Seeking God's Guidance and Wisdom
We are not able to take our next breath without God's grace. Learn about how to have a more empowered life by seeking God's wisdom and guidance for all you do.
(Mental Health) How to Handle Insults, Shaming, and Put-downs
No human being is exempt from insults, so how do you deal with them in a constructive way? Listen and learn.
(Money Matters) Medicaid Can Take Your Home and Assets
Here is the link as promised. https://www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/can-medicaid-take-my-home/
News article about person losing her parents' home: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/10/when-medicaid-takes-everything-you-own/596671/
Become a Dream Merchant: Lessons from Basketball Hall of Famer, Coach Dawn Staley
Powerful life lessons can be learned from Olympic Gold-medalist and Basketball Hall of Famer, Coach Dawn Staley.
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Listen and learn. #dreammerchant #coachdawnstaley #lifelessons
Remembering Sade Robinson: Lessons from the Grave
The senseless, vicious murder of Sade Robinson, a beautiful, 19-year-old college student is a reminder of how dangerous it is to date in today's culture. This episode includes lessons for being safe. Here's the news article as promised: https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/18/us/sade-robinson-killing-remains/index.html
(For the Descendants™) Pray for the Beautiful People of Jamaica
Please watch this video about Jamaicans not having access to their own beaches as well as reasonable opportunities for commerce. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoXJqjiRmEg #Jamaica #PrayforJamaica #PrayforJamaicans
(Parenting) Lessons on Building Character
Warning: Content in this recording deals with sensitive topics, including sex and crime. Listener discretion advised.
In this episode, learn about ways we can empower our children with the tools to make better decisions.
Resurrection Day 2024: Lesson from the Life of Jesus Christ
In commemoration of the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, this special episode highlights some of the empowering lessons we can learn from His example.
It Doesn't Have to Happen: Life Lessons from the Sean Combs Tragedy
We have glean critical life lessons from what is happening to Sean Combs. Listen and learn.
(Mental Health) Life Lessons from the Sean Combs Tragedy
There are countless lessons we can learn from what is happening to Sean Combs. Find out!
(Mother to Daughter) The Effects of Infidelity on Children
In the episode, learn empowering lessons from Maya Jennifer Simmons's tragic story.
(Mother to Daughter) The Pastor and His 20 Mistresses: The Truth about Relationships and Fidelity
Here is the link to the episode that I referenced: "Iyanla: Fix My Cheating Husband". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyJCb_-Kti0 Many men desire to have multiple sex partners while married. You can either accept it or let go and move on. Listen and learn.
(Short and Sweet) Planted, Not Buried
"When you're buried, you're done, but when you're planted, you're coming up again, stronger, healthier, more successful."
(Movie Therapy) You must see "Big Love" by Biodun Stephen
Spoiler Alert! Details from the movie are shared in this episode. In you are still looking for love, this is the perfect movie to give you hope!
(Dear Daughter) The Truth about Fidelity in Relationships
"The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any."-Alice Walker
It is possible that a man will be deceptive about his true behavior and intentions. However, you must take full ownership of your life and let disrespectful and dishonorable people go. If they don't fear God, they are incapable of treating you well. Listen and learn.
(Mental Health) Ask for Help!
It's hard to get through flashbacks of painful memories, but the Most High God is faithful and He will help you release, heal, and move forward. Listen and learn.
What to Do When Your Pastor's Mistress Disrupts Your Church Service
God is perfect; men are imperfect. Follow God, not men so you can maintain and strengthen your faith. This episode was inspired by what happened recently at East Saint Peter Missionary Baptist Church. You don't have to fall when pastors do.
(Mother to Daughter) Should You Take Your "Ex" Back? #relationships #relationshipadvice #lifelessons
This special episode of #badthoughttherapy includes guiding questions for deciding if you should rekindle a relationship from your past. #lifelessons #relationshipadvice #relationships
(Social Issues) Lesson from the Shannon Sharpe and Katt Williams Viral Interview
There are so many life lessons we can glean from one of the most watched interviews in history. In the episode, you will learn about creating, listening, praying and how to unplug from the dark side of the entertainment business. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oRRZiRQxTs
(Love and Relationships) The Dark Side of Sex: Lessons for Healing Your Mind, Heart, and Spirit
Warning: Mature Audiences Only Sex can be beautiful if there is love and commitment, but there is a dark side when sex is driven by lust and perversion. Listen and learn how to avoid unnecessary pain, suffering, and even death.
(Messages for the Descendants™) Pray Now! Lessons for Tearing Down Walls of Evil
Your secret prayers are powerful to change bad situations. Listen and learn. "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."-Ephesians 6:12 (NIV)
From Crying to Creating: Lessons for Getting through Disappointment
We all deal with seasons of disappointment when we struggle with not getting what we feel we deserve. While crying is cathartic and allows us to experience an emotional release, it does not improve those seasons. In this special episode, inspired by Taraji P. Henson, learn how to move "from crying to creating" as way to constructively change your life. #badthoughttherapy #creating #transformation #lifelessons #tarajiphenson
(Short and Sweet) Encouragement Yourself
"Correction does much, but encouragement does more."-Goethe Our thoughts determine what we do, say, and become. They are directly responsible for our reality. Our thoughts are mental guides; they lead us to light or they seduce us into darkness. Where are your thoughts taking you?
Happy New Year!
Peace and abundant blessings to you and your family! In 2024, God is opening new doors! THANK YOU for listening, watching, and supporting my podcast, #badthoughttherapy! Here's my special, New Year's Day message. #newyear2024 #happynewyear #happynewyear2024
When We Fall: Spiritual Lessons on Redemption and Reconciliation #redemption #lifelessons
All humans make mistakes; no person is perfect. The good news is that God's unfailing love has the power to transform, heal, restore, and redeem a humble and sincere heart. This special, empowering episode of #badthoughttherapy shares spiritual lessons for turning trouble into treasures. God does not want to destroy us but save us for His kingdom. Listen and learn. #badthoughttherapy #lifelessons #redemption #reconciliation
The Truth about Friendships: Lessons from the T. D. Jakes Rumors
People are like elevators; they can either take you up or down. No one knows if the "rumors" about T. D. Jakes and Sean Combs are true, but there are critical life lessons we can glean about friendships. We should never judge, but learn from what we do know instead of what we don't. #badthoughttherapy #tdjakes #seancombs
Remembering The Messiah This Season and Always
We cannot take our next breath without the grace of the Most High God. This special episode focuses on establishing and/or strengthening a relationship with our Heavenly Father, through His Son, Jesus, the Christ.
(Mental Health) What We Can't Control
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Human power is an illusion; no matter how hard we try, we cannot control everything that happens in our lives. However, our personal relationship with God creates peace and helps us relinquish our foolish ambition to be "supervisor" of everything. Listen and learn.
(A Talk With A King™) Lessons for Thriving After Cancer with Special Guest, Ronald McCoy (Part 2)
Can a positive attitude help people thrive after cancer? Listen and learn (part 2) from Ronald McCoy who is thriving after stage-4 colon cancer. Get more information: mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/colon-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20353669
(A Talk With A King™) Lessons for Thriving After Cancer with Special Guest, Ronald McCoy
Can a positive attitude help people thrive after cancer? Listen and learn from Ronald McCoy who is thriving after stage-4 colon cancer. Get more information about colon cancer: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/colon-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20353669
Help people with colon cancer through the Colorectal Cancer Alliance: https://www.ccalliance.org/
(Short and Sweet) Don't Miss Your Moment
Our loving Father gives us grace to set things right. Don't miss your moment!
Lessons from the Grave: Mistresses, Murder, and Marriage
Some news stories can become a cautionary tale about the painful consequences of infidelity. I hope this episode helps you triumph over lust and choose love.
What It Means to Be "Equally Yoked": Lessons for Love and Marriage
When people share common values and practices, they can have happier, more empowering marriages. Listen and learn.
(Short and Sweet) Boundaries
Your success in life depends so much on whom you are around. Make sure you set boundaries for negative/toxic people.
(Mental Health) *Alternatives to Suicide: What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed: Lessons from the Tristin Smith Story
*Warning: This episode discusses suicide. Listener discretion advised. Please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline if you are having suicidal thoughts: 800-273-8255. Here is the link to the article that I referenced in the episode:
https://nurse.org/articles/nurse-died-by-suicide-letter-to-abuser/
(Mental Health) Fixing Your Fixation: Lessons for Healing Toxic Thoughts
In this episode, learn that you have the power to determine what thoughts are going to "play out" in your mind. “It takes but one positive thought when given a chance to survive and thrive to overpower an entire army of negative thoughts.”—Robert Schuller
(Short and Sweet) Pause and Remember
Praise and expressing thanks is like medicine; it heals your mind, body, and spirit.
(Movie Therapy) *Father Stu: Lessons on Spiritual Healing through Suffering
*Spoiler Alert! This episode shares details of Father Stu, a movie based on a true story. It stars Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, Teresa Ruiz, and Jacki Weaver.
(Good Religion) Creating A New Path: Lessons from Ezekiel 18
What happens when we turn away from evil and strive to do good? Listen and learn.
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The Truth about Criticism: How to Move from Cult Leader to Righteous Cultivator
This is the video version of my latest episode on criticism. It includes slides, quotes and reflection questions. Watch and learn. #badthoughttherapy
(Social Issues) The Truth about Criticism
Is criticism an effective way to invoke constructive change? Listen and learn. Please subscribe to my budding YouTube Channel. Thank you!
(Short and Sweet) Rapid Turnarounds
This episode is based on the Biblical story, "The Parable of the Persistent Widow".
(Hodgepodge) Pray for California Teen, Kassidy Jones, Hang in There, Humanity Loss, and the Osage Family Murders!
As promised, here's the link about Kassidy Jones. https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/california-teen-s-mom-sues-mcdonald-s-following-attack-says-staff-did-nothing-to-intervene/ar-AA1jqB8H?ocid=winp1taskbar&cvid=b032b83078a5434aa9bb161ecf4e7036&ei=19