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The Rational Basis of Happiness® radio show

Happiness. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week. With new questions answered every segment, and an occasional short interview, this is The Rational Basis of Happiness (r) radio show hosted by Dr. Ellen Kenner, a private practice clinical psychologist. She will take your calls and questions on any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner or visit drkenner.com (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook) HOW TO ASK A QUESTION: Visit DrKenner.com for more information. PODCASTS FROM PAST YEARS are at drkenner.com

I'm scared of romance ~ Why do I tell the girlfriend I adore not to call me?

12 mins; October 09, 2025

Anxiety Counseling ~ Anxiety is ruining my life.

12 mins; October 06, 2025

I Self Isolate ~ I don't want to get close to anyone except my husband and child.

12 mins; October 05, 2025

Negative Thinking ~ Dealing with those depressing negative thoughts that keep you so unhappy - a short role play with Dr. Judy Beck

12 mins; October 04, 2025

Dishonest Husband ~ Should I stay with my lying husband?

12 mins; October 03, 2025

Angry At Mom ~ Why do I feel so angry at my invalid mom?

12 mins; October 01, 2025

Sociopath, Signs Of ~ Is my partner exhibiting the signs of a sociopath?

12 mins; September 30, 2025

Soldier Counseling ~ What a soldier experiences after returning home from war. A short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White.

12 mins; September 27, 2025

Office Friendships ~ Am I too friendly trying to make friends with new coworkers?

12 mins; September 24, 2025

Depression ~ My wife left me to be with her grandchildren.

12 mins; September 22, 2025

Rational Romance ~ My angry relationship relates to my abuse as a child.

12 mins; September 20, 2025

My Son Is Bisexual ~ I am devastated because my son just told me he is bisexual.

12 mins; September 17, 2025

Depression ~ Meeting more and more screwed up people depresses me.

12 mins; September 15, 2025

Independent from Father ~ My dad controls every aspect of my life.

12 mins; September 14, 2025

Confidence ~ Dealing with people who love to complain - a short interview with Dr. Andy Bernstein

12 mins; September 13, 2025

Anger Unjustified - How can I control my unjustified anger against my kids?

12 mins; September 12, 2025

Grief ~ I can't cope with the loss of my parents.

12 mins; September 10, 2025

False Self Esteem ~ My 14 year old changed from a confident to a mixed up girl.

12 mins; September 08, 2025

Sex Therapy and Counseling ~ Myths about Sex Therapy - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

12 mins; September 07, 2025

Abused as a Child ~ I have nightmares resulting from being abused as a child.

12 mins; September 03, 2025

Disrespectful Kids ~ I do everything for my kids but they treat me like garbage.

12 mins; September 01, 2025

New Job Anxiety ~ My husband has mental breakdowns before starting any new job.

12 mins; August 30, 2025

Dating ~ Ways to Meet Potential Dates - A short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer.

12 mins; August 29, 2025

Angry Teenager (Continued) ~ Why does my son have more anger than seems justified by our mistakes?

12 mins; August 25, 2025

Angry Teenager ~ Why does my son have more anger than seems justified by our mistakes?

12 mins; August 23, 2025

Forgiving Infidelity ~ Should I forgive my dad's infidelity?

12 mins; August 22, 2025

Choosing A Partner ~ I can't decide between two boyfriends.

12 mins; August 20, 2025

Husband Travels All Week ~ I miss my husband terribly because he travels 5 days/week.

12 mins; August 18, 2025

Politics vs. Romance ~ Can my erotic romantic relationship survive if we greatly differ politically?

12 mins; August 17, 2025

GUIDING Your Child ~ How to better understand and enjoy your child - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch.

12 mins; August 16, 2025

Sponging Family ~ How can I help my mom deal with my sponging and entitled brother and sister?

12 mins; August 13, 2025

Loss of Child ~ If I buy this or that item, will my dead daughter return?

12 mins; August 11, 2025

Sibling Rivalry ~ I have to lock my newborn away from her sister.

12 mins; August 09, 2025

Judging Others ~ The consequences of refusing to judge others - a short interview with Dr. Tara Smith

12 mins; August 08, 2025

Emotionally Withdrawn ~ My friend has a fear of expressing emotions.

12 mins; August 06, 2025

Family vs. Romance ~ My boyfriend won't let me see my family.

12 mins; August 04, 2025

1-Choice Making 2-Grief ~ 1-Why can't I find happiness from anything? 2-I can't handle the loss of my dad.

12 mins; August 02, 2025

Violence ~ How to respond to a threat of violence - a short interview with Dr. James Campbell.

12 mins; August 01, 2025

ADHD ~ How can I cope with my ADHD grandson?

12 mins; July 30, 2025

Anger Management ~ I am depressed and angry after becoming a mom.

12 mins; July 28, 2025

1-Selfish Brother 2-Toothbrushing ~ 1-Why is my brother so selfish? 2-Watching toothbrushing makes me nauseous.

12 mins; July 26, 2025

Confidence ~ Some ways to develop good effective thinking skills - with Jean Moroney

12 mins; July 23, 2025

Angry Young Daughter ~ My six year old daughter is a monster.

12 mins; July 22, 2025

Missing Brother ~ My depressed brother has disappeared.

12 mins; July 21, 2025

1-Always Unhappy 2-Thinking Skills ~ 1-I'm always unhappy, starting arguments with people I value. 2-Tackling hard thinking

12 mins; July 19, 2025

Mama's Boy ~ My husband is a mama's boy.

12 mins; July 18, 2025

Husband Distant ~ My husband never makes time to be with me.

12 mins; July 16, 2025

1 Child Abandonment 2 Alien Abduction ~ 1-Is my child's schooling being affected by moms abandoning him? 2-(starts at 7m 14s) Alien abduction therapy

12 mins; July 14, 2025

Fear of Flying ~ Anxiety due to my relatives flying so much

12 mins; July 13, 2025

Bad Thoughts ~ Dealing with overpowering lousy thoughts - A short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach

12 mins; July 12, 2025

Taking Risks ~ My mistrust and fear of people is causing me to avoid all risks everywhere.

12 mins; July 10, 2025

Dating ~ How can I go about courting a woman at work?

12 mins; July 08, 2025

1-Killing With Kindness 2-Unwanted Affection ~ 1-Doing too much for someone you value 2- My fiancée does not return my affection

12 mins; July 06, 2025

Depression Therapy ~ A sample session of cognitive therapy with a depressed person - a short interview with Dr. Judy Beck

12 mins; July 04, 2025

1-Popularity 2-Hoarding 3-Quirky Rituals ~ 1-Ostracized in my childhood 2-Hoarding 3 My dad is controlled by his pillows, and other quirky rituals

12 mins; July 02, 2025

Hoarding ~ My mom is a black belt at hoarding crap.

12 mins; June 29, 2025

Hypochondriac ~ My coworker is a hypochondriac and claims exaggerated illnesses.

12 mins; June 27, 2025

Solving Hard Problems ~ How to tackle hard thinking problems - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney

12 mins; June 26, 2025

Childish Fears ~ I'm 20 and afraid of the dark.

12 mins; June 25, 2025

Lazy Husband ~ Husband does not help around the house.

12 mins; June 23, 2025

Family Friction ~ I fight with my mom and left home.

12 mins; June 21, 2025

Violence ~ Warning signs of a potentially violent coworker - a short interview with Dr. James Campbell

12 mins; June 20, 2025

Sleep Anxiety ~ I can't fall asleep alone.

12 mins; June 18, 2025

Disrespectful Teen ~ My goth daughter is disrespectful and defiant.

12 mins; June 16, 2025

Weight Loss ~ How can I lose weight?

12 mins; June 14, 2025

Apologies and Forgiveness ~ When might you re-evaluate the character of a spouse who has cheated? A short interview with Dr. Tara Smith

12 mins; June 13, 2025

Divorce ~ Should I leave my lazy husband or stay for the sake of my daughter?

12 mins; June 11, 2025

Depression ~ Are there any foods or tips to help end my depression?

12 mins; June 10, 2025

1-Sacrificing Happiness 2-Anxiety - 1-You can't achieve happiness by giving up that which makes you happy 2-I am afraid of strangers and thieves.

12 mins; June 08, 2025

Sexual Problems ~ Sexual problems couples face: a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

12 mins; June 06, 2025

Unfaithful Husband ~ How should I deal with my cheating husband?

12 mins; June 04, 2025

Signs of Child Abuse ~ How can I help my abused grandkids?

12 mins; June 02, 2025

Crying Uncontrollably ~ Why did I cry uncontrollably after my heated verbal fight with my coworker?

12 mins; June 01, 2025

Mental Overload ~ The cure for mental overload is to think on paper - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney

12 mins; May 29, 2025

Motivation ~ Why can't I get around to divorce my cheating wife?

12 mins; May 28, 2025

Anger Control ~ I was convicted of mild domestic violence due to financial stress.

12 mins; May 26, 2025

1-Rational Happiness 2-Self Esteem ~ 1-Why does happiness require rationality? 2-Do sophisticated criminals have high self esteem and happiness?

12 mins; May 24, 2025

1-Child Visitation 2-Causeless Anger ~ 1-My wife denies me visitation rights. 2-I hate people and want all of us to die.

12 mins; May 21, 2025

Negative Emotions ~ I'm mean to others due to my stress.

12 mins; May 19, 2025

War ~ What was it like to serve in Iraq? A short interview with counselor Jay White

12 mins; May 16, 2025

ADHD - Is it Legitimate? ~ My young son has been diagnosed with major anger issues.

12 mins; May 14, 2025

Anger ~ I can't get past my anger over my cheating husband.

12 mins; May 13, 2025

Borderline Personality Disorder ~ I am grieving the loss of my . . . therapist.

12 mins; May 12, 2025

Stress, Coping With ~ Two ways to cope with stress - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke.

12 mins; May 11, 2025

Pets, Loss of ~ I'm terrified with the knowledge that my dog will soon die.

12 mins; May 09, 2025

Fighting Kids ~ My four kids are constantly fighting with each other.

12 mins; May 06, 2025

Criticism ~ How can I tactfully make suggestions to a sister who makes horrible lifestyle decisions?

12 mins; May 03, 2025

Cognitive Therapy ~ What a first session of cognitive therapy is like - a short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach.

12 mins; May 02, 2025

1-Honesty 2-My Life's Purpose ~ 1-Recovering from loss of trust in a lover, friend, or coworker 2-I have no financial needs, yet I have become a bitchy mom.

12 mins; April 30, 2025

1-Independence 2-Dating ~ 1-Physical vs. Intellectual Independence 2-How can I ask our a girl whom already has a boyfriend?

12 mins; April 29, 2025

Habits ~ My wife puts all written words into alphabetical order.

12 mins; April 27, 2025

Marital Intimacy ~ Marital Intimacy: Use it or Lose it - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

12 mins; April 25, 2025

Drugs ~ How should I discipline my teenage step-son?

12 mins; April 24, 2025

Communication ~ Why does my new wife want more time apart from each other?

12 mins; April 21, 2025

Happiness: The Rational Path ~ Does happiness require self-sacrifice or moral ambitiousness?

12 mins; April 20, 2025

Thoughts vs. Feelings ~ Thinking and feeling - allies, not enemies - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney

12 mins; April 18, 2025

Family Appeasement ~ My fiancé's ex threatened to kill me if I meet his daughter.

12 mins; April 17, 2025

Video Games ~ All my kids want to do is watch TV and play video games.

12 mins; April 14, 2025

1-Groveling 2-Procrastination ~ 1-I feel I have to please others 2-How can I stop procrastinating

12 mins; April 13, 2025

Passing Judgment ~ Why some people don't want you to pass judgment on others ~ a short interview with Dr. Andy Bernstein

12 mins; April 12, 2025

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