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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? All humans have bad thoughts, but

C. Chérie Hardy


    • May 18, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Angels and Ancestors: Spiritual Lessons from Cassie Ventura's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 88:11


    Thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/@badthoughttherapyThis episode focuses on the SPIRITUAL LESSONS we can learn from Cassie Ventura's harrowing story of abuse and survival. #cassieventura #spirituallessons #domesticviolenceawareness

    (Listener Discretion Advised) From Lust to Love: Spiritual Lessons from the Shannon Sharpe Situation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 59:13


    Listener Discretion Advised: This episode will discuss sex and might not be appropriate for anyone under 18 years old. As promised, here is the link to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@badthoughttherapyPeople can be a glowing example to follow or become a glaring warning to heed. This episode discusses empowering spiritual lessons that we can all glean from Shannon Sharpe's controversial situation. Listen and learn.

    Spiritual Lessons from the Shannon Sharpe Situation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 41:09


    People can be a glowing example to follow or become a glaring warning to heed. This episode discusses empowering spiritual lessons that we can all glean from Shannon Sharpe's controversial situation. Listen and learn.

    Men, Media, and Messages: Spiritual Lessons from the Michelle Bishop Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 58:50


    As promised, here is the link to view the interview that the Nightcap Team (Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson) had with DaMichael Jenkins, a Black man who was racially profiled in a suburban neighborhood in Ohio. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF9B_um6oaUMichelle Bishop, the "Karen" in the story, has denied racism. What are the root causes of "profiling"? How do we stop it? Listen and learn.

    (Money Matters) Impersonation Scam Alert: Spiritual Lessons from an 82-year-old Victim!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 58:17


    Sadly, 82-year-old Maryland resident, Judith Boivin was scammed out of $600,000.00. Learn how to make sure this doesn't happen to you or your loved ones. https://moneywise.com/news/top-stories/maryland-senior-victim-of-government-impersonation-scam

    (Mother to Son) Bad Therapy: Spiritual Lessons from Former NFL Player, Antonio Brown's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 117:21


    Brilliance, brain, and brawn are important for an athlete, but more importantly, he must demonstrate GOOD character to reach his full potential on and off the football field. This episode discusses spiritual lessons we can learn from history-making wide receiver, Antonio Brown's life and how GOOD therapy is critical for growth and healing. #antoniobrown #lifelessons #lifelessonstolearn #lifelessonsstories #life #spiritual #spirituallessons #badthoughttherapy

    Beauty, Business, and EXCELLENCE: Spiritual Lessons from Beyonce's Half-time Show Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 44:23


    This episode highlights spiritual lessons we can glean from Beyonce Knowles Carter's amazing NFL half-time show performance.

    Happy New Year 2025!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 50:22


    In 2025, we will thrive! Lessons on "trusting God" and "being grateful" are featured in this special episode for the new year.

    Spiritual Lessons from Luigi Mangione's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 79:38


    Every tragic news story begins with a person's failure to manage bad thoughts. Learn how to win the dangerous mental battle in your mind due to frustration, disappointment, pain, loss.,, The power to transform trouble into treasure is possible when you build and strengthen your spiritual life. #mentalhealth #healing #badthoughttherapy #luigimangione

    (Love and Relationships) Don't Ignore the Signs: Life Lessons from HBO's "Evil Lives Here"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 81:17


    This episode discusses life lessons from HBO's "Evil Lives Here". It offers advice for getting avoid or getting out of toxic relationships. Because it focuses on crime and murder, it might be too sensitive for some people. Listener discretion is advised.

    When To Do When Life Seems Strange: Spiritual Lessons on Fear, Faith, Family, and the Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 83:04


    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_-Tw4IYqC4We must understand that God doesn't change life, He changes us. When we shift our focus from what is happening to us to what is happening FOR us, we can navigate through "strange" times. #badthoughttherapy #lifelessons #spirituality #spirituallessons

    Dating Over 40: Lessons for Black Single Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 90:42


    Are you 40 years old or older and still interested in dating? Here are some things you might want to consider. #dating #datingadvice #datingtips #datingcoach #single #singleblackwoman

    Don't Let A Single Moment Define You: Spiritual Lessons from Wanda Smith's Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 42:00


    We make mistakes. We get embarrassed. We fall short. How do we move forward? Listen and learn.

    When the Devil Knows Your Name: Spiritual Lessons from the Sean Combs Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 61:47


    This episode discusses reasons why so many people rise and fall due our spiritual enemy's tricks. This doesn't have to happen. Listen and learn. Let's connect! Facebook and Instagram: @badthoughttherapy Twitter/X: @losebadthoughts

    An Attitude of Gratitude Can Change Your Life #gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 61:31


    "God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say 'thank you?'"-William A. Ward

    Maturity: The Key to Successful Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 111:15


    Healthy relationships can only exist when two people are MATURE. Listen and learn. #relationship #relationships #badthoughttherapy

    (Mother to Daughter) Lessons from the Shameka Toran Tragedy (Listener Discretion Advised)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 53:17


    This episode discusses a murder. Listener discretion advised. Shameka Toran died after enduring months of domestic violence. This didn't have to happen. Learn how to avoid toxic relationships. Here is a link to one of the news articles: https://twincities.binnews.com/content/2024-08-09-missing-black-woman-found-dead-in-vehicle-after-mom-received-odd-texts/

    (Money Matters) How to Avoid Scammers, Tricksters, and Thieves (Part 2)!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 34:42


    Scammers are out to get your hard-earned money. This episode is part two of how to avoid the evil people who want to steal your hard-earned money. #badthoughttherapy #avoidscammers #scammeralert #moneymatters

    When the Devil Knows Your Name: Lessons from the Sean Grayson Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 56:12


    Our actions are a direct result of our spiritual state of being. When you feed yourself with evil, it will grow and become powerful. Eventually, you will act on your evil thoughts and emotions. The final outcome is always pain, loss, destruction, and death. Sean Grayson's evil act was a culmination of all the darkness that plagued him for years. How can you avoid this from happening to you? Listen and learn.

    (Love and Relationships) Big and Beautiful: Lessons from the No Fugazee Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 56:01


    It's hard, but when you accept that your marital status is determined by God, you will experience a preternatural peace. While size matters, being smaller or fit does not guarantee that you will be treated with respect and love. Women who have never been "fat" a day in their lives have been mistreated, abused, lied to...and even killed. Big women, please stop trying to get men to look beyond your weight. Shedding pounds does not lead to shedding problems. Let those men get what they want. Seek out God for direction and guidance. If it is His will that you marry, you will. Dry your eyes, and focus on all the good things in your life rather than fretting about not being married. Listen and learn.

    (Money Matters) How to Avoid Scammers, Tricksters, and Thieves #avoidscammers #scammeralert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 74:48


    Scammers are out to get your hard-earned money. This episode of the #badthoughttherapy podcast shares tips for safeguarding yourself. #avoidscammers #scammeralert #moneymatters

    Kings Killing Kings: Lessons for Stopping Black-on-Black Crime

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 69:18


    Sadly, two boys were killed and one injured this weekend in Atlanta due to senseless violence. Listen and learn about ways we can stop black-on-black crime. Here is the link to the news article: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/two-atlanta-teens-killed-birthday-investigators-increase-reward-50k

    Is Biden Too Old to Run for President? (And more!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 56:37


    This episode includes a hodgepodge of topics including notes about age; a recap of how to avoid getting scammed; and how to heal toxic thoughts. Listen and learn.

    (Money Matters) How to Avoid Scammers, Fraudsters, and Thieves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 29:28


    As promised, here is the link to the "Scammer Payback" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tokDcFnxGso --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    The Truth about Spiritual Warfare: Lessons from Michigan's Mass Shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 29:26


    There is a spiritual root to so many problems adversely affecting our communities. Often, discussion of the critical factor is denied, minimized, trivialized, criticism. Learn how to put of the armor of God's power to fight darkness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Parenting) Protecting Your Children from Sexual Predators

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 28:29


    Some would argue that animals are now doing a better job with protecting their young. Sadly, every day thousands of children are abused in some way, including sexually. Listen and learn about how to PROTECT your children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    When They Don't Fear God: Lessons from the Xavier Howard Case

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 71:50


    News article by Associated Press: https://apnews.com/article/xavien-how... This episode is not about Xavien Howard, but how relationships without love with unrighteous men lead to pain, suffering, and even death. Listen and learn. #loveandrelationships #relationshipstress #relationshipadvice #relationships #badthoughttherapy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    When You Are Humble: Lessons from the Amanda Seales Interview with Shannon Sharpe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 55:34


    Without a relationship with God, we cannot be humble. Unfortunately, so many people suffer unnecessarily because they do not resist arrogance and self-aggrandizing. In the end, we all find out that when we fail to look deeply within ourselves and acknowledge our mistakes, flaws and shortcomings, we lose peace, relationships with others and so much more. Listen and learn. #humily #AmandaSeales --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Dear Mrs. Strawberry: Lessons about Love and Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 73:21


    Women do not have to suffer in relationships; furthermore, they can avoid being duped by unrighteous men. Listen and learn about how to evade unnecessary stress and drama. #BadThoughtTherapy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Love and Relationships) The Truth about Apologies: Lessons from the Sean Combs Video

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 28:52


    How much do apologies matter? Can they take away painful memories or heal broken hearts? Listen and learn. Spotify is changing, so please connect with me on social media as I reorganize this podcast. Thank you! Facebook and Instagram: @badthoughttherapy Twitter: @losebadthoughts #apologies #seancombs #badthoughttherapy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Movie Therapy) You must watch the new Nigerian movie, "Unexpected Places: A Love Story" starring Timini Egbuson and Bimbo Ademoye!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 29:13


    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 Connect with me on social media! Facebook and Instagram: @badthoughttherapy Twitter: @losebadthoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mental Health) Jesus and the Ten Lepers: Lessons on Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 41:32


    Thank you for listening! Please be reminded that in June Spotify will move to Riverside and might interrupt this podcast. Please connect with me on social media as I re-organize #BadThoughtTherapy. Facebook and Instagram: @badthoughttherapy and Twitter: @losebadthoughts I APPRECIATE you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mother to Daughter) Is Bad Relationship Advice Hurting You?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 58:46


    It's good to seek out wise counsel, but bad relationship advice leads to pain and even death. Listen and learn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    When the Devil Calls Your Name: Lessons from the Sean Combs Video

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 57:43


    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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Women and Work: Lesson from Harrison Butker's Speech at Benedictine College

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2024 86:48


    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." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Hero Alert) Small Acts Can Make A Big Difference: Larry Farrish, Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 5:03


    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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Not Without Him: Lessons about Seeking God's Guidance and Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 29:26


    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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mental Health) How to Handle Insults, Shaming, and Put-downs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 56:51


    No human being is exempt from insults, so how do you deal with them in a constructive way? Listen and learn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Money Matters) Medicaid Can Take Your Home and Assets

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 14:59


    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/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Become a Dream Merchant: Lessons from Basketball Hall of Famer, Coach Dawn Staley

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2024 34:37


    Powerful life lessons can be learned from Olympic Gold-medalist and Basketball Hall of Famer, Coach Dawn Staley. If you live in the Atlanta Metropolitan area and need electrical services, contact Minor's Electric, Inc. Listen and learn. #dreammerchant #coachdawnstaley #lifelessons --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Remembering Sade Robinson: Lessons from the Grave

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 58:28


    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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (For the Descendants™) Pray for the Beautiful People of Jamaica

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 29:14


    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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Parenting) Lessons on Building Character

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2024 87:33


    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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    Resurrection Day 2024: Lesson from the Life of Jesus Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 86:03


    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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    It Doesn't Have to Happen: Life Lessons from the Sean Combs Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 52:38


    We have glean critical life lessons from what is happening to Sean Combs. Listen and learn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mental Health) Life Lessons from the Sean Combs Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 39:49


    There are countless lessons we can learn from what is happening to Sean Combs. Find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mother to Daughter) The Effects of Infidelity on Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 29:08


    In the episode, learn empowering lessons from Maya Jennifer Simmons's tragic story. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Mother to Daughter) The Pastor and His 20 Mistresses: The Truth about Relationships and Fidelity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 57:18


    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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Short and Sweet) Planted, Not Buried

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 29:36


    "When you're buried, you're done, but when you're planted, you're coming up again, stronger, healthier, more successful." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Movie Therapy) You must see "Big Love" by Biodun Stephen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 29:37


    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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

    (Dear Daughter) The Truth about Fidelity in Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2024 57:58


    "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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cherie-hardy/message

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