Dr. Bettye Ford

04/05/2026

03/27/2026

The United Nations General Assembly has voted to recognize the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity.

This truth has always lived within our history, our stories, and our spirit. Today, it is acknowledged before the world.

While this resolution is not legally binding, it carries the weight of global conscience and opens the door for deeper conversations around apology, repair, and justice… 🙏🏾

We honor our ancestors and continue to walk in their strength….One Love always❤️

03/19/2026

Being selective about who deserves your time and attention is self-care.💖🕰️

03/10/2026

Good morning, Happy Tuesday!! Working on yourself after a relationship is hard work. Give yourself credit for doing the hard things. Go where you feel supported.

03/06/2026

In my effort to stay motivated & meet the goal, I found a therory & wanted to share it.

Author Mark Twain once humorously suggested that if the first thing you do each morning is eat a live frog, you can go through the rest of the day with the comfort of knowing that the hardest thing you will face has likely already happened. While the image is intentionally exaggerated, the message behind it is both practical and insightful. Twain’s metaphor reminds us that confronting the most difficult or demanding task first can shift the tone of the entire day.

When we begin the day by addressing the task we have been avoiding—the one that requires the most concentration, emotional energy, or discipline—we remove the burden of anticipation. Rather than spending hours thinking about what still needs to be done, we free up our mental space and reduce unnecessary stress. Completing the most challenging responsibility early also creates a sense of accomplishment and momentum that can carry us forward through the remainder of the day.

In practical terms, prioritizing the most important or demanding tasks first helps protect our time and attention. As the day unfolds, interruptions, unexpected responsibilities, emails, and competing demands inevitably arise. By taking care of the most significant task early, we ensure that our energy and focus are directed toward what truly matters before distractions begin to accumulate.

This approach is particularly helpful in professions that require significant mental and emotional engagement. Starting the day with clarity, intention, and purpose can help professionals remain organized, focused, and less overwhelmed as the day progresses.

In essence, “eating the frog” is a reminder that courage and discipline in the early part of the day can lead to greater productivity, reduced stress, and a stronger sense of accomplishment by day’s end.

03/06/2026

Breakthrough blessings, unprecedented favor, and miracles are in your future. ♥️ If you claim this, write “it is so” in the comments. 🙌🏾

02/18/2026

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In my 20+ years’ experience in the social services and mental health field, my practice has focused on helping teens, families, and individuals work through various issues associated with trauma and loss. My trauma informed approach incorporates not only understanding of the current triggering eve...

02/18/2026

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10/29/2025

Slow & steady with a new look on life, here I am. Still healing so taking it easy. But I'm alive & full of life.

08/24/2025

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