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.

Is Dave Chappell the most powerful man in the world? Some believe that his jokes encourage people to harm others. Will his jokes about rape increase rape? Will his jokes about suicide increase the suicide rate? Will his jokes about members of the non-heterosexual community cause people to hurt them? Take a listen to another provocative episode of “Bad Thought Therapy” as Dave Chappell’s influence is discussed.

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 self-love and worth BEFORE trying to get it from someone else.