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1-Abuse 2-Sadness

1-Signs of an abusive relationship 2-Why don't I like myself or others?

pregnant woman angry at jobless husband

1-Anger 2-Envy 3-Friendship vs Romance

1-My fiance can't handle being pregnant since I lost my job. 2-Stay away from envious people 3-Women like me, but only as a friend.

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1-Anger and Abuse 2-Career Change

1-How can I deal with my abusive husband? 2-I am afraid to change careers.

shy guy avoids woman kisses

1-Anxiety 2-Shyness

1-What is the cause of my depression and anxiety? 2-After 20 years my husband avoids affectionate contact

woman resists kiss from over sexed man

1-Being Good 2-Rejected Child

1-Is it what we resist doing, or what we actually do? 2- (starts 1m30s) Might my young child feel rejected because he was adopted?

sad older man

1-Bigotry 2-Happiness

1-Living or working with bigots (atarts at 7m02s) 2-Getting over my poor choices of the past.

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1-Dating Anxiety 2-Child Abuse Signs (starts at 4m 57s) 3-Peer Pressure (starts at 6m 55s)

1-My girlfriend doesn't call 2-My son is afraid of me 1-Psychological Independence

Man shrugging in ignorance

1-Dating Flip Flop 2-Selfishness is not...

1-My flip flopping boyfriend suddenly wants to end our relationship. 1-Selfishness is not being a bully

businessman holding sign that reads 'I hate my job'

1-Depressed about Career 2-Stressful effects of Divorce

1- Family is dysfunctional due to depressed dad. 2-Why am I stressed? (Dad told mom he didn't love her anymore.)

Depressed woman

1-Depression Tips 2-Communication

1-Tips to reduce depression 2-Why does my husband not focus on that I say?

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1-Emotions 2-Independence

1-Changing long held ideas 2-Holding your own with peers

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1-Envy 2-Grief and Depression

1-Granting the undeserved 2-Boyfriend is depressed over loss of pet

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1-Expressing Affection Part 2 of 2 2-procrastination

1-I am afraid to tell my girlfriend how I like her. 2-Stopping procrastination

Man and woman trying to control young squirming boy

1-Family Baggage 2-Gayness and Ethics

1-My girlfriend's kid controls her. 2- (starts at 6m 9s) Is it immoral to be gay?

man and woman on a date but expressing no emotions

1-Getting Old 2-Unemotional Partner (keep this order for podcast)

1-Does old age have to mean no romance? 2-My boyfriend lacks emotion.

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1-Gossip 2-Abuse 3-Sincerity

1-Unsupported accusations of infidelity 2-I hit my wonderful but irrational girlfriend 3- Phony vs. genuine pleasantries

Many hands looking for favors

1-Groveling 2-Procrastination

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

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1-Honesty 2-My Life's Purpose

1-Recovering from loss of trust in a lover, friend, or coworker 2-(starts at 4m26s) I have no financial needs, yet I have become a bitchy mom.

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1-Honesty 2-Obsessions

1- Honesty - I discovered that my uncle is my father. 2-Obsessions - Which are good, which are bad.

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1-Husband's Hidden Life 2-Career Failure

1-My husband's excessive spending is a mystery 2-My husband won't abandon his money-losing career.

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1-I love you 2-Honesty 3-Psychological Independence

1-Why say this? 2-Six year old's fibs (starts at 4m47s) 3-Fear of Others (starts at 7m30s)

man looking at woman and thinking how he might ask her out on a date

1-Independence 2-Dating

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

Man with emotionless face

1-Independence 2-Emotions

1-Living with a demanding parent or partner 2-My friend can't express his emotions

sad childless woman near happy mom and baby

1-Infertility 2-''I can't help myself''

1-My boyfriend wants kids that I can't have. 2-Invented mental diseases

angry woman shouting at puzzled man

1-Insults 2-Child Visitation 3-Causeless Anger

1-Dealing with criticism 2-(starts at 2m20s) My wife denies me visitation rights. 3-(starts at 4m54s) I hate people and want all of us to die.

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1-Love is what? 2-Stress 3-Unearned Guilt

1-Is love sacrifice or selfish? 2-13 year old cries nightly 3-Dad insists I be a doctor

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1-Mental Evasion 2-Happiness

1-Afraid to think about important issues 2-How to recapture my earlier happiness after experiencing multiple tragic events.

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1-Moral Lies 2-New Career

1-Examples of moral lies 2-Starting a new career after being fired

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1-Motivation 2 Anger

1-How do I get off the couch and back to work in a new career? 2-Using anger as motivation (starts at xmys)

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1-Obesity 2-Abuse in Romance 3-Pain

1-What's the use (starts at 0m0s) 2-Kid hates stepdad (starts at 2m01s) 3-Thinking away pain (starts at 6m57s)

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1-Open Marriage 2-Tactfulness (Use same order for podcast)

1-My husband wants me to be intimate with other men. 2-I say things at the wrong time and place.

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1-Over Parenting 2-Sensuality

1-My parent's rules are unbearable 2-I'm 50 years old and self-pleasure against my religion

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1-Phobias 2-Getting a Life

1-My son has a severe germ phobia 2-I can't find my life purpose.

Criminal pickpocket steals wallet from unsuspecting man

1-Rational Happiness 2-Self Esteem

1-Why does happiness require rationality? 2-Do sophisticated criminals have high self esteem and happiness?

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1-Romance 2-Moods 3-Emotions

1-How to evaluate a romantic partner 2-Why am I always in a strange mood? (starts 3m3s) 3-What are emotions? (starts 3m37s)

depressed sad man and woman

1-Roving Eyes 2-Stale Romance

1-I have feelings for a man who is not my fiance 2-My husband is no longer romantic

woman thinking hard with about her sexual identity no conclusion

1-Sexual Identity 2-Phobias

1-I think I am a lesbian 2-My child is afraid of rain (2 of 2)

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1-Sexuality 2-Forced Emotions

1-Why do I find my neighbor's loud sex to be disgusting? 2-Can I force myself to have positive emotions?

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1-Shyness 2-Honesty

1-Is shyness treatable? 2- (5m30s) I discovered that my husband watches gay porn.

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1-Stalker 2-Laughter

1-When a friend starts to stalk you 2-I laugh at all the wrong times

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1-Teen Sex 2-Fear of Life 3-Giving Up

1-Sex is becoming a diluted value for youth 2--I am afraid of life since seeing a documentary on 911 3-Giving in to failure

Book titled how to find love

1-Teenagers 2-Boyfriends

1-How to stay close with your teenagers 2-Why do I always need to change boyfriends?

Woman thinking hard about what to write to say

1-Think First 2-Happiness (podcast order is 1, then 2)

1-How to prevent saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. 2-What is happiness?

lonely sad man walking on beach

1-Trust 2-Procrastination

1-I haven't trusted people since I was romantically deceived. 2-Why am I not following through on my goals?

defiant teen refusing to listen to mother

1-Unearned Guilt 2-Discipline (keep this order for podcast)

1-Forced Volunteerism 2-How can I discipline my disrespectful step daughter?

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1-Unhappiness 2-Freeloading Son

1-Why am I Unhappy 2-My 35 year old won't move out of the house.

good old guys playing cards

1-Wife vs. Friends 2- Engagement Fail

1-My husband prefers the company of friends 2-After 11 years my fiance wants to end it.

teen boy chin in hands depressed

Abandoned by Mom

How will my son's schooling be effected by being abandoned by his mother?

Crying Sad Boy being comforted by his dad father

Abandoned Family

Will my wife's abandoning my son and me effect his school performance?

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Abandoned Family (1 of 2)

Is it okay for my young son to meet a father he has never known?

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Abandoned Mom

My kids shun me due to the influence of my con-man ex husband.

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Abandoned Son

Should I try to reunite with a young son whom I abandoned?

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Abuse - Signs of

I'm trapped in a romantic, but abusive relationship.

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Abuse and Body Weight

Is my weight loss due to abuse?

Scared woman hiding under the sheets

Abuse and Panic

I have had panic attacks since I was sexually abused at 8 years old

angry man points threatingly at innocent puzzled woman

Abuse by Boyfriend

My boyfriend hits, chokes, and insults me.

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Abuse by Father

Should I turn my son in to child protective services?

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Abused Daughter

My adult abused daughter refuses to have anything to do with me.

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Abused Psychologically

I was publicly psychologically abused by a radio shock jock when I was a minor.

Mom angry shouting and ignored by frusrtated unhappy daughter

Abusing the Abuser

My granddaughter severly abuses her abusive parents.

Man raises hand to hit cowering woman

Abusive and Angry

How can I deal with my my husband who has anger and abuse issues?

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Abusive Boyfriend

My future brother in law is a tyrant.

Abuse Aggressive man screaming at frightened woman

Abusive Boyfriend

Why do I love my abusive boyfriend?

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Abusive ex.

My ex husband psychologically abuses me.

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Abusive Husband

Is my husband abusive enough to leave him?

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Abusive Relationships

(starts at 3m48s) Signs of Abuse in a Romantic Relationship

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Activism

How to take the first steps to become active for your favorite cause. A short interview with activist Lin Zinser

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Activism

How to engage in effective intellectual activism - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser

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Activism

How to engage in effective intellectual activism - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser

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Activist, Becoming an

How to take the first steps in becoming an activist - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser.

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Addicted to Sweets?

Is my addiction to sweets chemically based?

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Addiction, compulsion, habit

Why do I feel compelled to tell others about my porn addiction in graphic detail?

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Addictions vs. Habits

I am addicted to alcohol, food, and sex.

Parenting ADHD boys jumping on bed

ADHD

Does my son have ADHD?

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ADHD

How accurate is an internet test I took that says I have AHHD?

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ADHD - Is it Legitimate?

My young son has been diagnosed with major anger issues.

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ADHD and Choice Making

How an I get my boyfriend to take his ADHD medications?

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ADHD?

What should I do now that my kid was diagnosed with ADHD?

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Adoption

How do we tell our 14 year old son he was adopted?

Man with halo over head

Adult Virginity

Should I tell my girlfriend that I am a 36 year old virgin?

man Online romance throwing kiss to computer screen

Affair With Friend

How do I deal with my husband's emotional internet affair?

Nervous salesman making presentation to buyer

Afraid of Sales Job

How do I overcome my fear of selling?

older woman scared behind steering wheel.

Afraid to Drive

I am afraid to drive at age 80.

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After Combat, What Next?

What a soldier experiences after returning home from war - a short interview with Adjustment Counselor Jay White.

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Age Difference in Romance

I can't think clearly about my new romance due to the stress from my divorce.

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Age Gap Romance

My sister is in love with a questionable man 20 years older.

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Aggressive Grandson

How can I better handle my aggressive grandson?

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Alcoholic Daughter

How can I help my adult alcoholic daughter.

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Alcoholic Husband

My husband is wonderful but drinks 2 large bottles of vodka a day and hides it.

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Alcoholism

Warning signs of alcoholism - a short interview with author Anne Fletcher

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Alcoholism

Is my attempt to go sober the reason my life-long depression is ending?

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Alcoholism Myths

Alcoholics Anonymous myths about alcoholism.

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Alien Abductions

How people come to believe in aliens

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Alzheimer's 

A second opinion showed my husband's Alzheimer's diagnosis was wrong.

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Am I Nasty?

I get nasty with people without realizing it.

Woman crying after being fired.

Am I Unlikable?

I was accused of being rude and was fired.

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Ambition

(Begins 6m 46s) I want to make up for my unambitious early years.

angry girl with fingers in ears

Anger

I'm twelve and get very angry over small things.

angry husband and wife and kids

Anger

Why do I hate my family?

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Anger

(starts at 6m 40s) My new anger is getting out of hand.

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Anger

Why does my ex continue to hate and torment me?

angry woman pulling out her hair

Anger

Should I abandon a good friend whom recently developed sever anger problems?

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Anger

I need help dealing with my anger.

Resentful husband and wife

Anger

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

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Anger

Why do certain common sounds make me angry?

Angry woman yelling at puzzled man

Anger - Causeless

I hate people and want everyone to die.

Abusive man about to slap a cowering woman on the head

Anger at Girlfriend

Help me stop hurting my girlfriend when I get angry

Angry woman sitting next to unfaithful husband

Anger at Infidelity

I can't get past my anger at my husband for being unfaithful.

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Anger at Kids

How can I control my unjustified anger against my kids?

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Anger at Lies

I am so angry about my wife's pre-marriage lies concerning her health

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Anger at Mom

Why do I feel so angry at my invalid mom?

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Anger Control

How can I control my being angry at my girlfriend?

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Anger Control

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

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Anger Management

How can I control my anger?

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Anger Management

My adult son is seething with anger.

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Anger Management

I am afraid that my uncontrolled anger is going to cause a heart attack.

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Anger out of Proportion

I get very angry over small things.

Angry snarling man points finger threateningly at viewer

Anger Pretending

I am an actor and need to understand how to act angry.

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Anger w Newlyweds

My wife gets very angry at little things I both do and don't do.

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Anger With Family

I have a problem controlling my anger.

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Anger-Dealing With

How to deal with stress from when my handicapped wife unjustly attacks me.

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Angry Adult Children

My adult kids have anger issues. Where did I go wrong?

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Angry Child

My three year old has anger problems.

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Angry Child

Why does my grandson have an anger problem only at school?

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Angry Child

My three year old has rage and anger problems

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Angry Child

My angry child hits classmates and adults.

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Angry Neighbor

We lost our friendship with our neighbor due to a miscommunication.

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Angry Parent

How can I help my 'quick to get angry' husband?

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Angry Silent Teenager

My angry teenage daughter doesn't talk or smile with adults.

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Angry Son

My young son asked me to see a counselor about his anger.

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Angry Step Child

Anger issues with our pre-school step-child

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Angry Young Son

My angry son tears sheetrock off the walls.

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Anorexic Friend

How do I help a friend whom recently became anorexic?

Lonely man walks away from a crowd

Anti-Social

My husband is increasingly anti-social.

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Anti-Social

I no longer enjoy being with people. (begins 4minutes 33seconds in)

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Anticipating Death

I am terrified about my husband's illness.

Anxious woman can't sleep

Anxiety

How can I get over being severely anxious?

Man looking at pills spread on table

Anxiety

I want to get off my anxiety meds but I am afraid to.

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Anxiety

I can't stop thinking about all the uncertainties in my life.

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Anxiety

Are my physical problems due to anxiety?

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Anxiety

(begins 4m41s) I'm so anxious in public that my legs shake. (begins 4m41s)

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Anxiety about Unpleasantness

How to cope with unpleasant issues

Man falling asleep while reading

Anxiety and Guilt

My parents don't know that I quit college.

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Anxiety and Nausea

I experience actual nausea whenever I hear a certain song.

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Anxiety in Public

My anxiety drives me nuts, but I don't want to take medication.

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Anxiety Performance Anxiety

I am a singer with a dull stage presence.

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Anxiety when Arguing

Why do I overreact when mom and I argue?

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Anxiety with People

Is my constant avoiding of people social anxiety?

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Anxious About Dating

Overcoming the social anxiety of dating - a short interview with Dr. Steve Orma.

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Anxious About Everything

I am a "chain worrier", moving from one worry to another, and can't stop.

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Anxious and Insecure

(Starts at 5m 48s) My parents' strictness makes me anxious and uncontrollably nervous. (Starts at 5m 48s)

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Anxious Insomnia

My anxiety keeps me awake all night.

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Apologies

How much apology is too much?

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Apologies

My husband won't apologize when he unintentionally hurts my feelings.

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Appeasement

Appeasement backfires, in marriage, friendships, or politics

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Appeasement; Individual and Political

Appeasement does not work, both in personal and political situations.

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Appreciation

No one appreciates when I am helpful.

Angry grandma

Arguments

My mom and grandma draw me into their arguments.

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Arranged Marriage

I am attracted to a woman of higher status than myself.

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Art

(starts at 8m 6s) What I (Dr. Kenner) gain from art. (starts at 8m 6s)

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Art vs. Decoration

Having the courage to call bad art what it is. (begins at 8m 31s)

Disgusted woman avoids a kiss

Asexuality

I have always had zero interest in sex and find it repulsive.

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Attention Deficit Disorder and Work

My Attention Deficit Disorder is effecting my job performance.

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Bad Boss

My boss likes to be boot licked and worshiped.

Smug man looking critically

Bad Boss

My boss hints that he wants to be bootlicked and worshipped.

angry teen boy with arms folded with parents

Bad Child?

Sometimes a child’s bad behavior is a cry for help. (begins 6 minutes 00 seconds in)

Man can't sleep infidelity guilt

Bad Choices

Your mental health can't escape your lies.

mom consoles sad daughter

Bad News

How can I tell my young daughter that her dad died?

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Balanced Life

Finding a balance between work, romance, ad all parts of your life - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

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Behavior at School

My son is great at home but acts up in pre-school

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Benevolence

When helping others is good . . . or bad.

suspicious woman and puzzled man

Betrayed?

Why did my friend turn on me after I helped her repair her marriage?

Blackboard with text 'bipolar disorder'

Bi-Polar Behavior

How can I help my A.D.D. Bipolar college son?

Older Brother helps Little Brother with homework

Big Brother

I'm an only child and crave to have an older brother.

two boys kids jumping bouncing on bed

Bipolar Child

Is there a cure for my seven year old's bipolar?

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Bipolar Disorder (1 of 2)

Am I bipolar or am I having a reaction to my medications?

Text - bipolar disorder

Bipolar Disorder (2 of 2)

Bipolar Disorder (2 of 2)

Parenting a bisexual boy

Bisexuality

I am devastated because my son just told me he is bisexual.

Toy with hand bandaged up

Bizarre Behavoir

My granddaughter bites the hands off all her dolls.

angry woman yells at puzzled man

Blame Shifting

Why does my wife blame me for things she does?

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Blended Family

I can't accept having a blended family with my ex.

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Blind Dates

How to get the most out of a blind date - a short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer.

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Blind Dates

How to get the most from a blind date ~ a short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer

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Blind Dates

(Starts at 6m 58s) Why you might consider blind dates. (Starts at 6m 58s)

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Body Image

Are you ashamed of your body shape? (begins 7minutes 53seconds in)

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Borderline Personality Disorder

I'm depressed and try to hurt myself.

Woman screaming at puzzled man

Borderline Personality Disorder

I treat people that I like badly.

Lonely woman looking at single flower.

Borderline Personality Disorder

I am grieving the loss of my . . . therapist.

angry woman hitting young son

Bossy Wife

How can I deal with a wife who is an authoritarian parent?

mom and boyfriend and daughter happy watching TV

Boyfriend vs. Daughter

Is it harmful to my daughter to have my boyfriend sleep over?

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Boys Kissing

My grandson kisses other boys.

man trying hard to think of answer to test

Brain Overload

Overcoming hard thinking problems

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Breaking Up

Should I break up with my dependent clingy girlfriend?

Puzzled man and angry woman

Breaking Up

I mis-read romance signals from girls I date.

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Bullies vs. Whimps

I am always nice to people but they take advantage of me.

laughing boy pointing finger at sad companion

Bullying

Assertive vs. aggressive ways to deal with difficult classmates.

Two happy well dressed gay men

Busybodies

Should I report my friend's homosexuality to his family?

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Career Change

I want to change my career but don't know how to go about it.

Businessman holding sign that says 'I hate my job'

Career Change

DON'T USE AS PODCAST I'm having difficulty switching careers

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Career Change

I'm concerned that my boyfriend wants to change careers.

Hand writing on glass

Career Choice

Some tips on how to decide between several careers.

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Career Choice

How can I choose between several careers?

text on white board says what is my life purpose?

Career Choice

My life has no special focus.

woman serving at soup kitchen

Career vs Boyfriend

I help everyone except myself, and this is causing romance problems.

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Career vs Family

How do I decide between my career choice and working for my dad?

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Career vs Friendship

Should I focus on moving to advance my career, or stay put to be with my best friend?

businessman having hard time solving a problem

Career vs Mental Health

What problems might I encounter going back to work with schizoaffective disorder?

old log cabin away from neighbors

Career vs Romance

I can't agree with my boyfriend about where to live.

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Casual Sex

Is true love compatable with casual sex?

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Character

How can I tell if I am being used? (begins at 5 minutes 23 seconds)

Hands in Hands and text

Charity Pros and Cons

When is it proper or not to help someone in need

Woman peeks through window blinds

Cheating - Is He?

How can I tell if my boyfriend is cheating on me?

woman spying on boyfriend

Cheating Boyfriend

I just found out that my boyfriend is cheating on me.

woman hitting cowering boy

Child Abuse

I turned my own son in for child abuse.

two angry boys with folded arms

Child Abuse - Signs of

How can I help my abused grandkids?

sad girl hurts herself by cutting her arm

Child Anger

Daughter of ex alcoholic hurts herself.

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Child Custody Tips

How to schedule sharing parent time after divorce.

divorced couple fighting over custody of young child

Child Custody Victims

How can I minimize the bad effects on my child of my ex getting part custody?

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Child Discipline

What are some techniques for proper discipline? (part 1 of 2) - a short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman.

Upset angry frustrated mother with hands on head among mischievous little girls

Child Discipline

What are some techniques for proper child discipline (part 2 of 2) - a short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman.

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Child Management

Three simple child management skills - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch

boy confused at choosing which parent to be with

Child Support

If I file for child supprt, will my wife bad-mouth me to my daughter?

young boy and girl playing like they are boyfriend and girlfriend

Children Dating

Is 10 years old too young for my daughter to have a "boyfriend"?

sad childless woman

Children vs Romance

My boyfriend wants kids but I can't physically have any.

Boy standing and looking  at gravesite

Choices

Should I force my son to attend his beloved grandmother's funeral?

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Choices and Conformity

(starts 5m 41s) I caught my friend drinking and smoking.

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Choosing Sides

Choosing one side when two friends fight.

clingy woman pleads with

Clingy Ex.

My husband's ex won't let go after 20 years.

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Clutter

Dealing with physical and mental clutter.

garage cluttered with junk

Clutter

Why do I permit myself to surround myself with clutter?

two workers whispering behind the back of  a coworker

Co-Worker Issues

I have a trouble making paranoid coworker.

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Cognitive Therapy

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

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Cognitive Therapy

What is Cognitive Therapy - A short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach.

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Cognitive Therapy

What is Cognitive Therapy? - A short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach.

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Cognitive Therapy

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

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Combat Veteran Issues

Coping with the issues returning veterans face - a short interview with readjustment counselor Jay White

Man shrugging with outstretched hands looking like he does not know what to do

Commitment

My boyfriend's way of relating to me is all over the map.

man avoiding the advances of a woman

Commitment

I'm tired of being alone but my boyfriend won't commit.

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Commitment

After 25 years of marriage I want to have an affair.

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Commitment

My boyfriend does not want to commitment.

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Commitment

My boyfriend can't stop being close friends with his ex.

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Commitment

How do I stop a dead end relationship with a guy I love?

shy guy avoids woman's kisses

Commitment - Fear of

I am afraid of long term romantic relationships

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Communicating With Kids

I often lose it with mythree teenagers.

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Communication

I shut down when others talk about their problems.

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Communication

Repairing a destroyed line of communication.

Two men having a serious discussion

Communication

How can I resolve a communication problem with my coworker?

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Communication

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

puzzled man scratching head

Communication Concerns

My wife confessed that she thinks I am overbearing and lack ambition.

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Communication Errors

I come across as selfish and insensitive.

Man angry and losing temper and holding a woman's arms

Communication When Angry

Help! I'm always losing my temper with my wife.

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Communication With Boyfriend

Was I right to slap my boyfriend?

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Communication With Children

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

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Communication With Co-Workers

I am too aggressive with my co-workers

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Communication With Daughter

No one knows why my boyfriend's daughter gives me the cold shoulder.

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Communication With Mother

How can I best communicate with my 90 year old mother who talks continuously and exclusively about her fringe religion?

Man looking surprised at getting caught

Communication With Wife

How can I tell my wife that her son has taboo fantasies?

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Communictating Preferences

How to Understand Your Romantic Partner

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Competing With His ex

My boyfriend is too close to his ex wife.

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Complements

(starts at 2m 18s) False praise backfires

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Compulsions

My compulsive hair pulling is ruining my social life.

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Concentration

I continuously lose things and my mind drifts.

Wife complaining to husband

Confidence

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

Mother spying on child on a date

Conflicting Opinions

I live with my parents whom have different values.

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Conflicting Values

I love two men.

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Control - The Need For

After her brain surgery, my wife thinks I am too controling and wants a restraining order.

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Controling Dad

I'm caught between my husband's and son's battles.

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Controlled by Girlfriend

How can I keep my independence in the face of a controlling girlfriend?

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Controlling Co-Worker

My supervisor refuses to deal with my controlling busybody co-worker.

Aggressive man sneaking closer to his date while watching a movie

Controlling Friend

My friend won't take no for an answer.

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Controlling Husband

My husband keeps me from my kids

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Controlling Husband

I cant cope with a husband who has a 1950's attitude about parenting and housework.

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Controlling Mom

I wake up crying from my dreams about my abusive controling mom.

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Controlling Wife

How can I deal with my controlling wife?

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Controlling Wife

My wife tries to get me angry by pushing my buttons.

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Controlling Wife

How can I deal with my controlling wife?

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Conversation Tips

Two ways to make difficult conversations easier - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney

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Cooperation

I can't get my 12 year old to do chores.

Doctors in Surgery

Courage

A doctor risks his career on a new procedure

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Courage

The psychological benefit of building courage and integrity by speaking up for your values - a short interview with seminar presenter Lin Zinser

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Courage and Integrity

Building Courage and Integrity by speaking up for your rational values - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser

man and woman thinking hard about their relationship

Courtship Dance

Should I pursue a romance or just remain friends?

Upset woman with coworkers talking about her behind her back.

Coworker Difficulties

I am unable to deal with my difficult coworkers

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Coworker Issues

I'm ostracized by a group of my coworkers.

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Coworker Issues

My coworker's paranoia causes problems for everyone.

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Coworkers

How can I deal with my annoying coworker?

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Coworkers

My coworkers think I am disagreeable and nuts.

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Coworkers

What have I done to alienate my coworkers?

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Creativity

Creative kids are happy kids - A short interview with Dr. Eric Daniels

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Creepy Dreams

17 Year old girl is angry at and fearful of adults.

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Criminal Minds

Why has our good parenting created a bad son?

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Critical Parent

Why does my sister defend our father who only focuses on the negative in us?

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Criticism

My mom can't take criticism.

Frustrated man can't convince a resistive woman

Criticism

How can I tactfully make suggestions to a sister who makes horrible life style decisions?

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Criticism

I always get teary about things.

sister ignores frustrated brother's comments

Criticism

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

Dead bird

Cruel to Animals

16 year old kills birds and does not know why.

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Crying

Why do I cry uncontrollably when I argue with my parents?

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Crying

Why did I cry uncontrollably after my heated verbal fight with a coworker?

Woman crying during argument with coworker

Crying Uncontrollably

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

Young boy dressed in super hero costume

Curious or Selfish?

One of my triplets needs to be the center of attention.

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Custody Issue

Grandma wants to let her son raise his own kids despite count ruling.

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Custody Violation

My son doesn't want to return home after visiting his divorced dad.

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Custody vs. Children

What is the effect of custody disputes upon children?

girl plugs ears with fingers to avoid hearing mom.

Cutting Ties

My adult daughter is irresponsible.

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Cyber Stalking

My internet romance turned into bizarre stalking.

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Cyber Stalking

My internet romance turned bizarre

Angry grandmother threatens viewer with frying pan

Dangerous Mom

Am I over paranoid in thinking that my violent mom is a danger to my child?

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Dates; the 1st one

Dealing with a first date - a short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer

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Dating

The wonderful value of experiencing romance, even if your partner decides to end it.

Couple dancing at a club

Dating

Some ways to meet potential dates - a short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer.

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Dating

How can I ask out a girl whom I know has a boyfriend. (Begins at 3 minutes 58 seconds)

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Dating

I'm dating an older woman and there is a lot of friction.

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Dating

I have a hard time approaching women.

Smiling man with arm around smiling woman

Dating

1-Is it ok to ask my boyfriend to move to my state? 2-Is there a problem if I make more money than my boyfriend?

Happy senior couple

Dating

Re-Entering The Dating World - A short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer

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Dating After Divorce

How long should I wait to date after breaking up with my child's mom?

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Dating After Divorce

How can I want to date again after leaving an abusive relationship?

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Dating as an Adult

How can I, as a divorced adult, get back into the dating scene?

Sign saying Risk Ahead

Dating Danger Signs

Should I stay engaged or move on?

Nauseous woman leaning over toilet

Dating Disclosures

I want to date but I have health problems.

shy man avoiding interaction with two girls

Dating Failure

Why do I never get a second date?

strict nosey mother spys on kids dating

Dating Gatekeepers

Adult woman has to sneak away from mom in order to date boyfriend.

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Dating Nervousness

I am too nervous and self conscious to date

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Dating Nervousness

How can I better approach women?

Man cries as woman walks away

Dating Reluctance

My son was romantically hurt and won't date anymore.

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Dating Skills

How do I find a new girlfriend after a recent breakup?

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Dating Tips

How can I approach women more easily?

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Dating While Parenting

How old should my son be before I start dating again?

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Dealing With Doubt

How should I deal with small nagging doubts I have about my girlfriend?

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Dealing With Failure

I'm having trouble recovering from my lost health, job, wife, and happiness.

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Dealing with Failure

Don't let setbacks or failures lower your future goals - a short interview with Dr. Judy Vanraalte.

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Death Pre-Occupation

My young dad is pre-occupied with death and obituaries.

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Death's Doorstep

Respecting the dying patient's choices and values - with Dr. Ed Martin

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Death's Doorstep

Delivering Difficult News - with Dr. Ed Martin

Lonely gravestones in field

Death, Fear, and Afterlife

I don't believe in Hell, but death still terrifies me.

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Deception

My friend started dating my ex. (podcast to be continued tomorrow)

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Deciding to Decide

How do I decide among the boys in my life?

woman can't decide among choices of products on shelves

Decisions

My sister-in-law can't deal with changes in her routine or make decisions.

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Deep Grief

I am tortured by the death of my nine year old daughter.

angry boy with clenched fists

Defiant Child

I can't deal with my defiant ten year old.

Bride dragging groom to wedding

Demonic Wife

Getting out of a vicious marriage.

Happy father reading with happy son.

Denial

My husband always sides with my son over me.

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Dentist Phobia

People who freak out at the dentist.

Depressed and unmotivated teenager with head in hands

Depressed and Withdrawn

My 16 year old lost interest in friends, school, dating, and family.

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Depressing Thoughts

I need help getting over my depression.

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Depression

My depression is ruining my romance.

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depression

1-Art can boost or crush your spirit. 2-What can I do to regain the happiness of my youth?

Depressed man

Depression

What is the cause of my depression?

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Depression

What is the best type of therapy for depression?

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Depression

Discovering the cause of a man's depression

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Depression

Psychological vs. Medical causes of depression

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Depression - Sudden and Causeless

Out of the blue I woke up severely depressed

sad depressed teen boy

Depression and Fear

I'm 14 and so depressed that I don't want to do anything.

sad lonely woman crouched in a dark corner

Depression and Guilt

This girl's depression is due to her swimming in unearned guilt.

depressed man on crutches

Depression from Illness

I am depressed from the limits of my Cerebral Palsy.

Doubtful unsure puzzled woman holding pills

Depression Meds

What can I do to get off my depression medication?

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Depression Self-Caused

A 17-year old's depression is self-caused.

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Depression Therapy

A cognitive therapy session for depression - a short interview with Dr. Judy Beck

Sad lonely depressed woman sits alone in a room full of people

Depression vs. Romance

My wife lacks confidence and seems depressed.

angry kid is restrained by parents

Destructive Child

My four year old wakes up every night and wrecks our house.

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Detachment

My husband regularly feels like he goes into a different world.

man trying to be romantic to uninterested girl

Differences

My girlfriend is not at all as intimate as I am.

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Discipline

To spank or spoil - a new perspective on parenting - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch.

Kids room full of scattered clothes and toys

Discipline

My step kids won't do chores.

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Disciplining the Mentally Handicapped

My mentally delayed temper tantrumed daughter wants me to pay for an apartment.

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Discovering -No!-

My three year old son suddenly began testing limits.

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Dishonest Boyfriend

My boyfriend lies about wanting to hire an "escort".

Man lying and standing with fingers crossed behind back

Dishonest Dating

My romantic partner lies and does not communicate.

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Dishonest Divorcé

My abusive ex spoils and manipulates my son to dislike me.

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Dishonest Friend

My friend lied in a big way.

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Dishonest Girlfriend

My girlfriend told a major lie.

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Dishonestly Dating

How can I repair a romance that I messed up by lying?

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Dishonesty

I write bad checks.

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Dishonesty Detection

How do I judge a good friend who spread a rumor about me?

liar woman with large nose

Dishonesty's Revenge

I'm a reformed compulsive liar with friends who still believe my lies

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Dishonesty, apologies, and forgiveness

My boyfriend does not trust me for trivial reasons.

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Disobedience

My young son doesn't do what any adults tell him to do.

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Divorce

Should I leave a partner whose self guilt is ruining our relationship?

woman avoids husband's kiss with look of revulsion

Divorce

How do I tell my husband that I no longer love him?

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Divorce

Should I stay with my druggy lying partner?

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Divorce

How can I decide if I should stay with my wife of many years?

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Divorce

How can I change my husband's mind about wanting a divorce?

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Divorce

My husband is sending me mixed messages about separating.

depressed sad alcoholic woman with wine glass and bottle

Divorce - Should I?

Should I leave my alcoholic unfaithful husband?

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Divorce - Should I?

My wife is mentally and physically abusive.

Sad young girl sitting alone on railroad tracks

Divorce and Children

My parent's divorce depressed me.

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Divorce and Justice

I gave up my career for a man who wants a divorce.

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Divorce, How to

How to back out of a marriage with an obese wife.

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Divorce, maybe?

My husband does and does not want a divorce.

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Divorce, Should I?

Should I stay with a husband who has both good and bad points?

Policeman administering a drunk driver test

Divorce- When to

Should I get a divorce after wife's third DWI?

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Divorce- When to

Should I wait for my wife's confusions to pass, or should I protect myself and divorce?

lonely mam walking away from some women

Divorced and Looking

I'm newly divorced, want to meet women, but are unsure.

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Divorced vs Un-divorce?

Should I get back together with an ex whom I worship?

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Divorced, But Why?

My wife left me despite my catering to her every whim.

dangerous speeding car

Dog Hatred

I love animals but why do I hope my husband's dog gets hit by a car?

Jail for criminals

Doubtful Romance

Is my boyfriend a pedophile?

woman dreaming of a man she likes

Doubting my Choice

I am engaged but have feelings for another man.

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Drug Recovery

How can I help my friend who has turned to drugs?

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Drugs

How should I discipline my teenage step-son?

Woman holding face in hands and deep in thought

Earning Trust

How to question a spouse whom might be unfaithful.

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Elder Care

Compassion without sacrifice

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Elder Care

My siblings and I disagree about how to care for our aging mom.

Old woman smiling and looking out window

Elder Care Issues

My mom is getting too psychologically dependent on me.

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Electro Shock Therapy

Tell me about Electro Shock Therapy

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Emotional Infidelity

How can I extinguish my desire for someone whom is not my wife?

unemotional man on date with frustrated woman

Emotional Intimacy

Do men develop an emotional involvement more slowly than women?

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Emotional Repression

My now emotionally repressed husband blames himself for my being raped.

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Emotional Repression

I am trying to conquer my emotional repression by being over emotional.

bored emotionless woman

Emotional Shutdown

Early abuse shutdown my ability to feel emotions.

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Emotionally Distanced Dad

Why does my step daughter's abusive dad never call her by her name?

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Emotionless

I am emotionally flat, even after a romantic breakup.

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Emotions

How can I deal with the emotions from my separation from my husband?

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Emotions

My friend has a fear of expressing emotion.

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Emotions

Dealing with strong negative emotions (A continuation of yesterday's podcast)

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Emotions - How to Understand Them

I took my bedroom mirror down because I am so depressed.

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Emotions and War

My experience in Iraq - a short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White.

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Emotions Explained

(starts at about 6m 30s) Are emotions right or wrong?

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Emotions, Causes of

What could be some causes for my depression?

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Ending a Romance

I'm getting signs that I should end my romantic relationship.

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Engagement Fraud

My fiance of six years keeps delaying a wedding.

Jealous man watches old girlfriend with her new boyfriend

Envious People

Help me deal with an envious ex.

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Envy

In my culture I have to hide my good looks.

envious woman stares at happy woman opening a gift

Envy

How can I get along with my envious sister?

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Envy; A Cure

I am envious of my friends good fortune

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Equality in Romance

Romantic Equality (begins at 4 minutes 30 seconds)

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Eroticism

What does it mean that my wife has erotic dreams?

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Escape from Relationship

I need to escape from a bad romantic relationship.

Romance guidebook

Evaluating Potential Partners

How to tell if someone will be a good romantic partner?

Different pills  randomly scattered on table

Evaluating risk

I experience fear and anxiety from reading my medication warnings.

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Evasion

God will forgive my husband for a murder he committed.

ghosts

Evil Spirits

My fun boyfriend has a big problem - he thinks he is controlled by evil energy ghosts.

Man at party with several women

Exclusivity

My man has too many woman friends.

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Expressing Affection Part 1 of 2

I am afraid to tell my girlfriend how I like her.

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Expressing Love

I try to buy my girlfriend's happiness rather than express my love.

archer missing target every time

Failure

How can failure contribute to happiness ~ a short interview with Dr Eric Daniels

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Fairy Tales vs. Mental Health

My son gets hysterically upset by fairy tales.

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Faith, Reason, and Happiness

Why faith is an obstacle to happiness

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Faked Happiness

I fake my happiness even though I sin.

woman shows disgust as nerdy man admirers her

Faked Love

I do not find my nice husband attractive.

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Family

My boyfriend won't let me see my family.

One man threatening another man

Family Appeasement

My fiance's ex threatened to kill me if I meet his daughter.

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Family Dynamics

My husband favors my daughter over me.

mom scolds spoiled daughter

Family Dynamics

My son is good but my spoiled daughter favors my husband over me.

unhappy looking family

Family Dynamics

Mom, dad, kids, drifting apart due to love/hate relationships

Woman chains up a man

Family Friction

My daughter-in-law won't let my son see me.

Hopeless frustrated woman holding hands to head

Family Problems

How can I save my marriage where I hate my controlling husband?

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Fantasy

My friend can't tell the difference between dreams and reality

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Fantasy

My boyfriend fantasizes about other women.

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Fear

All day, alI I can think about is my death

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Fear of Dying

For two years I have had many thoughts about dying.

sad boy in cemetary looking at grave stone

Fear of Dying

I am very depressed because I can't stop thinking about death.

wide eyed worried man can't fall asleep

Fear of Living

(Starts at 3m 47s) I am afraid of life since seeing a documentry on 911

Aggressive teenagers fighting

Fear of Neighbors

I am afraid of my aggressive neighbors.

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Feelings vs Thinking

Making healthy decisions based on analyzed vs. unanalyzed emotions - a short interview with Dr. Steve Orma.

Upset angry frustrated mother with hands on head among mischievous little girls

Fighting Kids

My four kids are constantly fighting with each other.

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Finding a Career

I can't decide on a career.

Book titled the selfish path to romance

Finding a Partner

Ways to Meet Potential Dates - a short interview with Dr. Don Kieffer.

books on shelf

Finding Happiness

Where can I go to learn how to find genuine happiness?

Happy woman throwing arms up in joy

Finding Happiness

There IS a method ~ a short interview with author Craig Biddle

sad lonely woman with happy mother and baby in background

First Child

I'm crushed that I won't be able to give my fiance his first child.

man and woman having therapy counseling at therapist's office

Fixing a Boring Marriage

A sample cognitive therapy session dealing with couples issues - a short interview with Dr. Judy Beck.

Successful happy man holding up a globe

Flourishing

How to make the most of your life - a short interview with Dr. Andy Bernstein.

child creatively building toy machines with toy gears and metal pieces

Forced Sharing

1-How to say no to a child 2- Forced sharing - a short interview with Teacher/Author Charlotte Cushman.

angry frowning woman with arms crossed

Forgiveness

Should I forgive my dying mother?

Abusive man hitting woman

Forgiveness

Should I forgive my grandfather and my family for abusing me?

man tries to apologize to woman who rejects him

Forgiving Infidelity

If, when, and how to forgive or apologize when a partner has been unfaithful - a short interview with Dr. Tara Smith

u.s. declaration of independence

Freedom and Happiness

Happiness requires freedom; Booker T Washington - a short interview with Dr Andy Bernstein

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Freedom and Happiness

Do you take freedom for granted? A short interview with Dr. Andy Bernstein.

guys night out

Friends vs Wife

My husband puts his friends before us.

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Friendship

I'm anxious because I think my friend is avoiding me.

Two girl friends angry after quarrel

Friendship Ruined

How can I repair a relationship I ruined with my best friend?

upset man grasping his head

Frustration

Four areas of life that will make your life flourish

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Frustration

My daughter has anger episodes due to her pain.

two sad gay men sitting back to back

Gay Closet Anxiety

I feel a successful gay relationship is impossible

Boy toddler is playing with teacup serving set

Gender Curiosity

My son likes to play with girl's toys and dress in skirts.

Toddler boy playing with toy tea set

Gender Identity Influences

Should I worry that my two girls dress up my son as a girl?

couch potato sleeping on floor

Generosity

Should I toss my useless adult son out of my house?

sketches of human deformities

Genital Deformity

How do I tell my girlfriend that I have a physical deformity?

piggy bank locked up

Gifts

Help! I'm dating a cheapskate.

table overflowing with wrapped gifts

Gifts

When gifts become a dis-value

seven arrows all missing target

Giving Up

(Starts at 7m 20s) Giving in to failure

boy thinking hard about what to do

Goal Setting

How to control your mind so you can reach your goals - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney.

woman creating a productivity flow chart.

Goal Setting Tips

Tips for success in setting and achieving important goals - with Jean Moroney

bored man on a couch watches tv

Goals

I am aimless and have always waited for others to tell me what I should do.

drawing of ugly witch

Good looks

My girlfriend is perfect but I dislike her looks.

girl texting at school

Grades Dropping

My 13 year old is starting to have school and behavior problems.

tormented woman clenching head in despair

grief

How to regain happiness after loss of son, husband, and health.

Angry menacing man in hood

Grief

I can't deal with the death of my violent brother whom I loved and hated.

sad woman looking at photo of deceased husband

Grief

Is terrible sadness normal after my perfect husband of 20 years died?

man with his head in the sand evading the issue

Grief

Is evasion of an issue always bad?

sad old woman looking at photo of deceased husband

Grief

My aging friend lost her first and only love.

sad girl hiding behind mom

Grief and Children

My granddaughter lost her dad.

sad depressed woman holding her face in her hands

Grief and Depression

I'm too depressed to go on living.

man crying sad tears with handkerchief after arguing romance

Grief and Music

I fear that my bad romance will ruin the music I love.

woman kneeling at gravesite

Grief, Death, and Friendship

Help me get over the death of a dear friend.

man sits with head in hands as his wife walks away

Grieving Romantic Loss

I don't want my wife to divorce me.

parents trying to restrain a wild boy

GUIDING Your Child

A new perspective on parenting

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Guilt - Unearned

Do you suffer from "unearned guilt" syndrome?

blackboard with the words what is happiness

Guilt Unearned

Happiness around the world - a short interview with Dr. Andy Bernstein

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Guilt Unearned

I feel guilty because I lost my virginity due to playing sports.

puzzled man with many fingers pointed at him

Guilt: Earned or Unearned?

I feel guilty about many things that I do that are not wrong.

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Guilty Divorce

In my heart I want my abusive husband back.

Woman kissing man

Guilty of Deceit

Why don't I feel guilty about my attraction to a married co-worker?

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Guilty Romance

I am dying of guilt because I cheated with a coworker

woman shruggs in frustration

Habits

I can't stop spelling everything I hear forwards and backwards.

a wierd man sticks forks in his ears

Habits

Why do I habitually do strange things?

text 'habits' on blackboard

Habits

My wife puts all written words into alphabetical order.

Compass pointing to Choice

Habits and Free Choice

How can I help my fiance stay faithful?

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Habitual Liar

My habitual lying is ruining my marriage.

young woman crying

Handling Crises

How do you handle a mini-crisis?

Alcoholic woman trying to be happy

Happiness

1-What happiness is and is not. 2-Why am I not happy unless I drink?

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happiness

Does happiness depend on what your deepest beliefs are? - A short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach

Woman turning her back on happy people

Happiness

Why don't I want or try to be happy?

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Happiness

Is Happiness Actually Necessary?

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Happiness - Obstacles to

What gets in the way of happiness? (starts at 4minutes 40seconds)

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Happiness - The Rational Path

Does happiness require self-sacrifice or moral ambitiousness?

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Happiness and Creativity

Happiness Helps Creativity Helps Happiness

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Happiness and Independence

My happiness is totally dependent upon my boyfriend.

proud successful couple

Happiness and Money

Can money buy happiness? A short interview with Dr. Tara Smith

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Happiness Clarified

What exactly is happiness? A short interview with Dr.Tara Smith

Dad is ignoring sad lonely daughter

Happiness Lost

I can't feel emotions due to my unaffectionate dad and I abandoned my own kid.

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Happiness Obstacles

How your deepest ideas effect your happiness - a short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach

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Happiness requires . . .

Does happiness require self-sacrifice, or moral ambitiousness?

sign that says what is happiness

Happiness Throughout History

Happiness 2000 Years Ago

frustrated woman pulling at her hair

Harassed by Coworker

My coworker harasses me so much that I want to quit.

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Hard Decisions

My boyfriend can't stop being friends with his ex.

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Hard Thinking

Some ways to develop skills to deal with difficult issues

withdrawn angry man

Hateful Son

Why does my 21 year old angry son hate me?

angry man banging against wall

Hatred and Anger

1-Why do I hate my family? 2-My anger is getting out of hand.

man trying to give flowers to woman who has her back to him

Healing From Infidelity

My sister always reminds my wife that I was unfaithful one time only.

spooky ghost-like people

Hearing Voices

My daughter hears voices.

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Heart vs Brain

Thinking and feelings - allies not enemies - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

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Helpfulness

People dislike me for being helpful.

stay at home mom overcome with kitchen tasks

Hobbies

Advice for 'stay at home' moms - a short interview with author Craig Biddle

Angry boy won't do homework

Homework

How can I get my third grader to do his homework?

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Honesty

Help me stop lying to my wife about my innocent self-pleasuring.

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Honesty

My boyfriend rarely admits when he is wrong.

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Honesty and Communication

Everyone lies, so why does my partner object to my lying?

Woman sticks fingers in ears after hearing too much from her date

Honesty and Timing

Is my honesty ruining my romantic relationships?

Woman holds hands of dying man in hospital

Hospice and Pain

Fears about pain management during a terminal illness - A short interview with Dr Ed Martin

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Humility vs. Pride

Building good character

Woman resisting man trying to kiss her

I am Invisible

My fiance treats me like a sex toy.

Bored man and woman on a date

I Love You

When saying 'I love you' is meaningless

man on crutches

Illness vs. Romance

Is it okay to leave my boyfriend due to his illness?

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Impatience

I am impatient and obsessive about my cautious boyfriend.

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Impotence

My wife thinks my inability to "perform" is because I don't like her any more.

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Impotency

My wife demands we have a child I can't produce.

Upset  woman in bed with impotent man reading newspaper

Impotency

Did my infidelity cause me to be impotent with my wife?

angry man and angry woman in bed

Impotency and Trust

My medication-induced intimacy problems are causing my wife to doubt my romantic commitment.

Dad tickling child on chest

Inappropriate Behavior

My husband uses sexual slang around our young kids and pinches them inappropriately

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Incestuous Fiancé

My daughter discovered her fiancé was once incestuous with his sister.

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Indepencence

The importance of encouraging your child's independence - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch

Man shrugging cant decide

independence

My psychologist constantly gives me mixed advice.

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Independence

I am pre-occupied with what others think of me.

resentful student making disrespectful face.

Independence

My student mentoring is more frustrating than rewarding.

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Independence

My girlfriend thinks I should constantly be giving her money.

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Independence

My religious parents try too hard to push it on me.

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Independence

Loss of independence as you age (begins 7minutes 47seconds in)

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Independence

Physical vs. intellectual independence; both are necessary for happiness.

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Independence

My child always wants to do the opposite of what we want.

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Independence

How can I tell my aunt to stop being a busybody?

Sad girl with others making fun of her

Independence

I am preoccupied with what others think of me.

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Independence from Kids

My adult kids abuse me.

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Independent Children

Encouraging your child's independence - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch

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Independent Children

How to raise your child to be independent - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch.

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Infatuation

Dealing with romantic rejection

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Infatuation

A 15 year old has an unhealthy crush on her teacher.

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Infidelity

What should I due since my wife was unfaithful?

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Infidelity

Six ways I processed my husband's infidelity.

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Infidelity

I think my wife is having an affair.

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infidelity

I'm dating a married man

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Infidelity

How do I cope with the discovery that my wife loves someone else?

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Infidelity

Evading the evidence that a spouse is unfaithful (begins exactly at 8 minutes)

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Infidelity

What is an "affair" and why are they so tempting? A short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler.

man admiring another woman behind wife's back

Infidelity after Childbirth

My husband had an affair after I jokingly told him to.

Man holding hands with girl not his girlfrined

Infidelity and Newlyweds

I am newlywed, pregnant, and my husband cheats.

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Infidelity Causes

Some causes of infidelity - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

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Infidelity Damage Control

Controlling the damage when one partner has an affair - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler.

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Infidelity On Line

I am remorseful for cheating but can't get her out of my mind.

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Infidelity Online

My boyfriend has cybersex.

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Infidelity Recovery

Controlling the damage from an affair - a short interview with Dr. Tifany Kisler.

unfaithful man and woman holding drinks and laughing at a party

Infidelity Temptation

What is an affair, and why are they so tempting?

Text saying I'm Sorry

Infidelity? Repairs.

How do you rebuild your relationship if you discover your partner had an affair? A short interview with Dr. Tiffani Kisler.

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Infidelity? Repairs.

How do you rebuild your relationship if you discover your partner had an affair? A short interview with Dr. Tiffani Kisler.

sad child girl on phone

Insecurity

This bright 13 year old crys a lot and has many phobias.

obese woman

Insecurity

Is my wife's recent weight gain the cause of her insecurity, anger, and suspicion I cheat?

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Insecurity and Over Parenting (two parts)

1-I panic and withdraw whenever I get romantically close to someone. 2 (at 6m27s) Kids learn best by doing.

depressesd boy isolated in a dark room

Institutionalized Unfairly

How can I prevent my wonderful grandson from being institutionalized?

Angry woman shouts at man

Insults

Should I try to reconnect with a boyfriend with whom I exchanged strong insults?

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Integrity

How can I make up for reading my friend's diary?

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Intellectual Activism

How to take the first steps in defending your ideas - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser

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Intellectual Confidence

How to engage in effective intellectual activism.

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Internet Romance

I have a crush on my internet therapist.

happy senior couple in love

Intimacy

Setting realistic expectations for what a healthy sexual relationship is like - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

woman tries to kiss reluctant man

Intimacy and Guilt

I try to not have sex with women I like because then I lose interest in them.

man trying to kiss uninterested woman

Intimacy Disinterest

My girlfriend lost interest in the romantic part of our relationship.

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Intimacy Forever

Intimacy - Use it or Lose it. A short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy.

shy woman hiding face under bed sheets

Intimacy Nervousness

I am self conscious during intimacy.

man reads paper in bed next to frustrated woman

Intimacy Obstacles

Some obstacles to sexual satisfaction, and some cures - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

angry man and woman in bed without sex

Intimacy Postpartum

My girlfriend lost interest in sex after our child was born.

sexually frustrated man in bed with woman on computer who ignores him

Intimacy Problems

Identifying and fixing sexual problems that couples face - a short interview with Dr Gary McCarthy

happy middle aged couple in love

Intimacy Tips

Preserve your romantic intimacy by using these communication tips, a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

senior couple in wheelchairs longingly holding hands

Intimacy vs Health

Senior couple wants intimacy but can't due to health.

happy senior man and woman

Intimate Forever

Marital Intimacy; keeping it alive - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

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Irrational Mom

My mom is divisive regarding all us kids

girl forced to give car keys to mom

Irresponsible Daughter

Am I enabling my irresponsible daughter by protecting her from her every mistake?

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Irritability

Husband drives wife crazy complaining about all smells and noises.

woman trying to choose among photos of several men

Is he 'The One'?

How do you know when you have found the right match?

angry jealous woman yells at man.

Jealousy

How can I deal with my jealousy?

Jealous man watches girlfriend who flirts with another man

Jealousy

I have become a mean jealous angry person.

very angry woman screaming at man who is looking away.

Jealousy

I've ruined five marriages due to my demonic jealousy.

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Jealousy Unjustified

My unjustified jealousy is driving me crazy.

man on crutches

Job Before Romance

I'm unemployed, handicapped, and want to find friends and romance

Nervous man in formal wear looking at boss writing on clipboard during job review

Job Loss

Losing my job has destroyed my personality.

nervous woman being interviewed for a job

Job Search

How to deal with job interview questions after my divorce and bankruptcy

Businessman with desk load of papers and holding head up in hands, can't get himself to work

Job stagnation

How can I handle a job I do not like?

Bored telemarketer woman sitting at office computer

Job vs Career

Just Getting By' in school or your job - a short interview with Dr. John Lewis.

suspicious woman peeking through blinds

Judging Behavior

How can I tell if my boyfriend still likes me?

strict nosey mother spys on kids dating

Judging Character

My mom is overbearing about my romantic life.

Two girl friends angry after quarrel

Judging Character

How can I choose between my two friends who hate each other?

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Judging Others

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

toggle switch up is reward the good people down is punish the bad people

Justice

Which is more important in dispensing justice - rewards or punishments? - a short interview with Dr. Tara Smith.

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Justice

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

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Justice

My fiancé won't stop his toxic daughter from ruining my desire to marry him.

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Justice

Should I visit my mean, abusive, but dying mom?

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Justice

I get angry at rude disrespectful co-workers whom do not appreciate my hard work. (Begins at 5minutes 13 seconds)

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Justice

My fiance won't stop his toxic daughter from ruining my desire to marry him.

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Justice

My family shuns me because I identified a family thief.

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Justice vs. Moral Equivalence

The injustice of blaming the victim

sign with text saying curiosity

Kiddy Sex

How should I deal with my 12 year old's sexual experience?

young boy courting young girl

Kiddy-Play

My young son touches girls.

Puzzled man surrounded by people pointing fingers at him

Kids and Divorce

My wife tells my daughter that I lie

happy father teaching happy kid how to play a sport

Kids and Sports

Tips to help your kids (and yourself) enjoy sports - a short interview with Dr. Judy Vanraalte.

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Kids vs. Romance

I have to choose between my kids and my girlfriend.

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Laughter

My sister drives me and her co-workers crazy with her constant random giggling.

lazy husband on couch eating in underware

Lazy Husband

My husband does not help around the house.

many arrows all missing target

Learning From Experience

How to learn to learn from experience - A short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney

archery target surrounded by arrows all missing target

Learning From Experience

A great way to learn: experience - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

frankenstein's monster lashed to table

Learning From Mistakes

Experience as a great source for learning - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney

woman in wedding gown dragging man to alter

Letting Go

How can I help a friend exit a bad marriage?

two signs reading old life and new life

Letting Go

My boyfriend still wants to be friends with his ex.

woman catches boyfriend watching porn

Letting Go

My boyfriend refuses to get rid of porn photos of his old girlfriends.

Woman consoles devistated man

Liar's Guilt

(begins at 4m 51s) My guilt from cheating has ruined my life.

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Life Balance

Finding a balance between work, romance, and all parts of your life - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

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Life's Purpose

I don't know what my role in society should be.

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Living a Lie

I am not physically attracted to my otherwise good husband.

Man sitting alone at a lake

Loneliness

I am a lonely schizophrenic.

sad man all alone

Loneliness

I can't make any friends after my wife died.

lonely anxious shy male student

Loneliness

I’ve never had a romantic relationship.

depressed sad lonely woman

Loneliness

I'm lonely since I moved to a new area, even though I don't miss my friends.

lonely sad girl sitting on railroad tracks

Lonely Child

My ten year old niece hears voices.

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Lonely for Brother

My older brother seems more emotionally distant since he moved far away.

Caring for poor old sick dog

Loss of a Pet

I am tortured with the knowledge that my dog will soon die.

man upset at wife with child looking on

Lost Love

Should I stay with my unfaithful wife only for the sake of my kids?

smug pompus man lifts nose at onlooker

Lovability

I deal with my insecurity and mistrust of others by being pompous.

woman whispering lies into astonished man's ear

Lying Child

My granddaughter lies and boasts.

Lying man standing with fingers crossed behind his back.

Lying to Kids

Is lying to a child ever okay?

Lying vs. Romance

I can't stop lying.

man avoiding a crowd

Making Friends

I lack social skills and am lonely.

sleazy man picking pocket of old woman

Malpractice

How to spot a phony psychologist

Happy father reading to happy son

Managing Behavoir

Three simple child management skills - a short interview with teacher Cornelia Lockitch

two images of a woman, one is sad the other is happy

Manic Depression

What is the difference between depression and manic depression?

man and woman in bed looking bored

Marital Intimacy

Marital Intimacy; Use it or Lose it - a short interview with Dr. Barry Mccarthy

man and woman in romantic embrace

Marriage Happiness

What makes for a long happy marriage? A short interview with Dr. Judy Kurianski

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Massage

How massage can help you learn more about your partner and enhance your relationship - a short interview with Counselor Gretchen Mason

man and woman getting a couples massage

Massage and Health

The health benefits of single and couples massage

man gives woman massage in bed

Massage and Romance

How massage can help your romantic relationship - a short interview with therapist Gretchen Mason.

woman on massage table

Massage Barriers

Some psychological barriers to getting a massage - a short interview with Dr Gretchen Mason

woman receiving massage

Massage Benefits

How can massages help you with stress reduction and sensuality?

husband massaging wife's shoulders

Massage Benefits

How massage can help sensuality and reduce stress a short interview with therapist Gretchen Mason.

Woman trying to hypnotize man into liking her

Mean Behavior

How can I make my mean boyfriend want me?

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Meditation

What are your thoughts about meditation?

woman with blank look

Memories - Tips to Trigger

I can't remember much of my youth

forgetful memory teenage girl with puzzled look

Memory Loss

I am only 16 but am afraid I am losing my memory.

woman deep in serious thought

Mental Blank

Why does my mind go blank when I try to start a conversation?

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Mental Block

It takes me hours to express what should take seconds.

aggressive woman flirts with uninterested man

Mental Infidelity

A married woman has super hots for a married man.

Businessman at desk piled with work and looking overloaded

Mental Overload

The cure for mental overload; thinking on paper - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney

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Mental Overload

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

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Mental Overload and Doubt

The two most common roadblocks to clear thinking ~ a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney

Father reading with his young son

Mental Self Control

How to control your mind so you can reach your parenting goals - A short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

frustrated mom in kids messy room

Messy Room

Help me get my boys to clean their messy rooms.

woman clasping her head in emotional turmoil

Miscarriage

Why is my miscarriage causing my emotions to yo-yo up and down?

man and woman holding hands

Misunderstandings

Misinterpreting your partner's behavior - a short interview with Dr. Cory Newman

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Misunderstandings

Misunderstanding your partners behavoir - A sample marital therapy session interview with Dr. Cory Newman.

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Mom vs. Step Mom

At what age do I tell my child the truth about my divorce?

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Mom vs. Stepmom

My ex’s new wife wants custody of my kids! (Starts at 6 minutes 10 seconds)

Mom tries to explain sometning to frustrated daughter

Mom vs. Therapist

My mom thinks her advice is better than my going to a therapist.

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Money and Happiness

Why do so many people feel guilty spending their hard earned money on themselves? A short interview with Dr. Tara Smith

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Money and Happiness

How and why you obtain money can build or ruin your chances for happiness.

boyfriend spending money on fancy car

Money and Romance

My boyfriend refuses to discuss his spendthrift ways

text - money can buy happiness

Money as Virtuous

Money: The Root of all Evil or The Root of Human Flourishing?

kid counting coins he has saved

Money: Virtue or Vice?

Money: Root of all evil, or root of human flourishing - a short interview with Dr. Tara Smith.

text on blackboard says 'bipolar disorder'

Mood Swings

Am I bipolar or have PTSD?

Sign reads bipolar disorder

Moods

What can I do about my PTSD and being bipolar?

upset woman with piles of paperwork she volunteered to do

Morality vs. Happiness

Some moral codes cause only unhappiness.

senior woman glancing sideways with critical look

Mother-In-Law Issue

How to fix a marriage made difficult by my mother-in-law.

man motivated by prize

Motivation

How to stay motivated in sports and in life - a short interview with Dr. Judy VanRaalte

motivating a man by offering him a prize carrot

Motivation

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

man chasing after a reward

Motivation and Success

The value of motivation - a short interview with Dr. John David Lewis

bored lazy woman fiddling at desk

Motivation by Values

1-I have become terribly lazy 2-I think my view of love is irrational.

Woman shouting at cowering man

Moving On

Help me to accept that our 7 year marriage is ending.

Sad older man looking lonely and distant

My Increasing Dementia

How can I enjoy my remaining short life?

young girl with blank expression

My Indifferent Mom

Is my empty feeling due to not bonding with my mom?

sad man surrounded by people asking for money

My Money

I don't feel I have the moral right to my hard earned money.

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Mysterious Break-Up

My ex won't tell me why she broke up with me.

Businessman at desk working hard and alone

Mysterious Coworker

Should I worry about a co-worker who never talks about their outside life?

sad woman crying in bed

Mysterious Emotions

Why am I angry and cry all the time?

happy woman enjoying personal time at yoga class

Myths About Slefishness

What selfishness actually is - a short interview with Journalist Peter Schwartz

threatining woman with teeth bared and pointing finger

Nagging and Complaining

My girlfriend is always nagging me and complaining.

man and woman sitting apart from each other and sulking with chins in hands

Negative Emotions

I'm mean to others due to my stress.

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Negative Thoughts

Dealing with negative thoughts that keep you unhappy - a short role play with Dr.Judy Beck.

House littered with garbage bags

Neighbor Wars

My neighbor won't stop doing things that annoy me.

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Nightmares

What is causing my nightmares?

scared woman hiding under bed sheets

Nightmares

My friend has gruesome nightmares about his druggy girlfriend.

sad girl emotionless walking alone

No Friends

I can't help thinking that no one cares about me.

lonely bored mother with baby child

No Friends

1-I'm a stay at home mom with no friends. 2-Should men talk with other men about their emotions?

sad woman at happy party

No Happiness

Why haven't I ever been happy?

astonished woman reading private information

Nosy Sister

My sister gave out copies of my private journal.

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Nudity; Beautiful vs Offensive

My long distance boyfriend views erotica instead of nude pictures of me.

obese woman sitting on bench

Obesity Reversal

I can't overcome my procastination and weight problem.

many water bottles

Obsessions

Woman constantly carries 10 water bottles but never drinks from them.

puzzled man scratches head

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (1 of 2)

I have been checking and re-checking things all day long since childhood

forgetful man clasps his head

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (2 of 2)

I have been checking and re-checking things all day long since childhood

man grabbing his head in frustration

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

My OCD is driving me to feel and do crazy things.

Angry woman yells at clueless man

OCD and Bi-Polar

I'm ruining my prefect romantice relationship due to my OCD and Bi-Polar emotional outbursts.

Woman posing with much older man

Older Men

I love a man 23 years my senior.

man pinches ear of disobedient boy

Out of Control Kids

Help, my kids are totally out of control.

sad girl walking alone

Over-Parenting

My wonderful daughter suddenly left home.

two mean strict looking parents

Over-Parenting

My parents are controlling psychos

obese woman sitting on bench

Overweight

My marriage is not working due to my weight gain.

obese woman sitting on park bench

Overweight vs. Sexuality

I lost desire for my girlfriend since she gained weight.

airplane being struck by lightning

Panic Attacks

After a bad air flight, I have continued panic attacks about everything.

lonely man avoids a crowd of people

Panic Attacks

I am scared to attend any social events.

crazy man inserting forks with wires in both ears

Paranoia

I can't cope with my boyfriends psycholigical issues.

photo of happy boy and grandmother

Parental Bonding

My son bonded with my mom rather than me.

mom lectures frustrated daughter who ignores her

Parenting

How can I improve my relationship with my young daughter when my nasty ex won't say no to her?

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Parenting

How can I stop my 3 year old from having temper tantrums?

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Parenting

Three simple child management skills - a short interview with parenting coach Cornelia Lockitch.

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Parenting

I must have a baby if I am to be happy. (begins at 8 minutes 2 seconds)

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Parents and my Ex.

My parents and my ex. husband seem like they gang up against me.

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Partners in Romance

How to create a genuine romantic partnership - a short interview with Dr.Edwin Locke.

blindfolded woman holding scales of justice

Passing Judgment

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

man sees girlfriend with past lovers

Past Lovers

I'm tortured about any men in my girlfriend's past.

girl at school looking off into the distance with a distracted look

Paying Attention

How can I stop my thoughts from wandering when other people talk?

Obnoxious man shouting at woman

Peacekeeper Mom

One family member always ruins family events.

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Perfection as a duty

My son is a perfectionist and hates criticism.

perfectionist man cutting grass with scissors

Perfectionism

Are you a perfectionist? What is this? Is this good or bad? A short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney.

emotionless woman bored at work

Perseverance

I always want to quit when I try new ventures.

many different faces on a man

Personality Change

My husband's unstable personality bounces all over the ball park.

IMAGINARY FANTASY dream WORLD

Personality Change

My 16 year old outgoing cousin suddenly withdrew into a fantasy world.

Woman showing two different moods

Personality Disorders

I feel like I am two different people - a young girl, and a psychopath man.

woman in hospital wheelchair smiling at dog

Pet Assisted Therapy

Pet Assisted Therapy - a short interview with Pearl Salotto

young girl in deep thought

Peter Pan Syndrome

I'm terrified of growing up.

Sick old Dog awakening from anesthesia after tumor surgery

Pets, Loss of

I'm terrified with the knowledge that my dog will soon die.

man holding microphone

Phobias

I get anxious when I have to talk to new people.

trees during hurricane

Phobias

My young daughter has a phobia about the weather.

man and woman snuggling and cuddling

Pleasure and Intimacy

Enjoying and Enhancing Romantic Intimacy - A short interview with Dr. Judy Kurianski.

man snuggling with two women

Polygamy

I am in an unhappy polygamist relationship.

Shocked kid reading pornography

Porn Discovery

My kids found porn on my husband's phone.

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Porn vs Romance

My 10 year porn addiction competes with my desire for my wife.

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Porn vs. Me

Why does my boyfriend use porn when he has me?

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Porn vs. Romance

How can I save my marriage after my wife discovered my porn addiction.

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Pornography (1 of 2)

Porn as a substitute for intimacy

man reading with wide eyes glued to open book

Pornography (2 of 2)

Porn as a substitute for intimacy (begins at 7 minutes 20 seconds)

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Prayer

Prayer - Pros and Cons - a short interview with Dr. Ed Buckner

Man at fork in road

Priorities

I want and do so many things but I can't prioritize.

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Problem Child

How can I merge our families when one son is an extreme problem?

Man overloaded with work sits next to pile of papers

Problem Solving

The two most commmon roadblocks to problem solving; overload and doubt - a short interview with seminar presenter Jean Moroney

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Procrastination

What can I do to stop procrastinating at work?

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Procrastination

My procrastination is effecting both my marriage and my work.

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Procrastination

Reasons we Procrastinate

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Property Rights

My husband dumped garbage on our neighbors property.

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Proud of Wealth

Why do so many people feel guilty spending their own money on themselves? A short interview with Dr. Tara Smith.

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Psychics and the 'Paranormal'

Why are some people interested in the 'paranormal'? A short interview with Dr. Ed Buckner

A man breaking apart from a crowd

Psychological Independence

The importance of giving your child psychological independence - a short interview with Dr. John Lewis

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Psychological Survival

I am dealing with endless serious physical and psychological trauma.

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Psychological Trauma

Psychological first aid in cases of trauma - a short interview with Dr. James Campbell

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Psychological Trauma

Psychological first aid in cases of trauma ~ a short interview with Dr James Campbell

Man holding microphone

Public Speaking Panic

I can't shake my fear of public speaking.

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Punishment Alternatives

My son was forced to keep his desk in school facing sideways all semester.

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Punishment Backfires

My nine year old daughter was caught stealing several times.

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Purpose and Meaning of Life

I don't know what the purpose of my life should be.

depressed man walking alone at the beach

Purpose and Productivity

My life has gone down the tubes after I quit my job voluntarily.

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Racist Mom

My mom won't speak to me because I have black friends.

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Rain Phobia

My child is afraid to go outside.

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Rap Music

Is rap music legitimate?

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Rational Happiness

What happiness is and is not (begins at 5 minutes 00 seconds)

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Reason vs. Emotions

Which do you base healthy decisions on; analyzed or unanalyzed emotions ~ a short interview with Dr. Steve Orma.

Angry girl with clenched fist

Rebellious Daughter

My 12 year old daughter became rebellious over a boy.

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Reconciliation

Should I remarry an ex husband who wants to reconcile?

Mom being physically abusive to son

Recovering From Abuse

How can I better face the problems of my abusive childhood?

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Recovering From an Affair - Controlling the damage from an affair - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

Controlling the damage from an affair - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

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Regrowing Love

Does love have to be earned?

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Rejected by Son

My adult son won't talk to me after my wife died.

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Relationship Tips

Are my difficulties with my fiance normal?

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Religion vs. Character

My criminal boyfriend found religion but regularly gets headaches and is depressed.

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Remarriage Issues

My remarriage is filled with misery, distrust, and seven kids.

two girls not speaking to each other

Repairing a Friendship

My best friend thinks I am abandoning her if I find more frineds.

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Repairing My Marriage

I am a bad husband

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Reparations

My friends judge me by bad things my ancestors did.

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Repressed all Emotions

I am repressed and can't seem to make lasting friendships.

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Repressed Boyfriend

Should I keep dating a guy who is emotionally closed?

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Repression

What is the difference between depression and manic depression?

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Repression

I do not handle disagreements with my boyfriend well.

bored and unemotional man and woman

Repression - Tips to Overcome

My husband and I are accused of being too unemotional to raise kids.

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Resentful Caretaker

I am becoming resentful of having a dependent blind partner.

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Resolving Conflict

I have problems resolving conflicts with my spouse.

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Respect

Why do I long for my past boyfriend rather than my current one?

Man stopped for drunk driving

Responsibility

Should I stay with a boyfriend whose adult son is out of control?

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Roller Coaster Emotions

I have uncontrollable roller coaster emotions.

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Romance

I am desperately in love with a woman who broke up with me.

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Romance Styles

Healthy Romance vs. Traditional Romance - A short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke

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Romance Tips

How to choose a romantic partner.

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Romance vs Depression

I want to trick my depressed grandmother into thinking that she has a secret admirer.

big city crowded apartments

Romance vs. Career

I hate living in the city with my boyfriend.

Needy woman being served breakfast in bed

Romance vs. Independence

How do I choose between my romance and my independence?

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Romance vs. School

Should I give up school for a relationship with a wonderful guy?

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Romance Without Romance


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Romance Without Sex

I am not sexually attracted to the girl I love.

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Romantic Breakup

I can't deal with an unexpected romantic breakup.

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Romantic Exclusivity

My boyfriend can't stop being friends with his ex.

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Romantic Reconciliation

How do I get back my girlfriend who broke up with me?

Woman looks resentfully at man bringing her more paperwork

sacrifice

How can I avoid my old habit of being a doormat for others?

sad self-conscious woman

Sacrifice Backfired

How can I regain my self-confidence after my romantic breakup?

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Sacrificed my Job

I gave up my great job because my husband insisted his job was more important.

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Sadness

How do I shake my feeling so blue?

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Sadness

Why might we cry at happy occasions?

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Sadness

Why do I get sad every time I talk with my wonderful dad?

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Safety

I want to drive fast

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Scary Movies

I am haunted by a movie I saw as a kid.

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Schizoaffective disorder

I can't get a job due to my past mental health issues.

hallucinations

Schizophrenia

How can I self treat my own schizophrenia and hallucinations?

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Seductive Neighbor

I worry about my husband's relationship with our sexy neighbor.

Man scolding a woman

Self Confidence

My controlling boss is also my controlling boyfriend.

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Self Confidence

How can I regain my self confidence after my deeply romantic partner hurt me so deeply?

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Self Conscious

I am uncomfortable in groups of more than one or two people.

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Self Doubt

My mind constantly races with thoughts of self doubt

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Self Esteem

I am ugly and unhappy

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Self Esteem

How to gain control over how you feel about yourself

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Self Esteem

I have no self confidence

Insecure girl with low self esteem standing with back turned away from classmates

Self Esteem

I don't deserve to have friends.

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Self Harm

My daughter tried to jump from a moving car.

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Self Image

I am terribly unhappy with my large breasts.

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Self-Control

I yell at my kids unless I smoke.

nervous self doubt uncertain shy teen girl

Self-Esteem

My great bright girlfriend has low self-esteem.

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Self-Esteem

Is self-esteem important to children?

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Self-Help

Why do you (Dr. Kenner) tell us to analyze our own thoughts and feelings so much?

young man hooked on playing video games

Self-Isolation

Teenage son retreats from life into video games at the expense of his parents relationship.

Man walking alone

Self-Isolation

Since my wife died, I am scared of most everything and have avoided others.

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Self-Paralysis

I have numbed myself to all emotions due to family tragedies.

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Self-Pleasure

(starts at 5m 44s) Young adult asks if he is over-sexed (starts at 5m 44s)

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Selfish vs. Self Destructive

Myths about Selfishness - a short interview with journalist Peter Schwartz

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Selfish?

My husband says that if I really loved him, I would eat what he cooks more often.

Woman making chart of ways to succeed

Selfishness

Selfishness; Is it actually bad? A short interview with Journalist Peter Schwartz

Book cover of Selfish Path to Romance

Selfishness

Why do you (Dr.Kenner) claim love is selfish?

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Selfishness

Isn't it selfish to follow your advice about assertive communication?

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Selfishness vs. Sacrifice

Rational selfishness or blind sacrifice - which one leads to happiness? A short interview with activist Lin Zinser.

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Selfless

I'm going crazy because I can't stop thinking about this girl.

Older crazy woman angry at puzzled clueless man

Senility

My elderly mom is losing it.

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Senior Dating

Sixty year old divorcee asks how to find a good woman.

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Sensuality

Is my zero interest in sensuality normal?

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Setting Limits

My 12 year old daughter was invited to a birthday party featuring bathing suit oil wrestling.

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Sex and Character

I want intimacy with my boyfriend, but he hurts my feelings.

sexually frustrated man in bed with wife

Sex and Pain

My medical pain from sex is destroying my marriage.

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Sex as a Sacrifice

I can't get romantic with men I care about.

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Sex No More

My wife stopped wanting sex after our child was born.

Frustrated woman in bed next to man reading paper

Sex Problem or Relationship Problem?

Why most sex problems are relationship problems.

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Sex Starved

The importance of repairing a sex starved marriage - a short interview with Michele Weiner Davis

Sad man and woman in bed together

Sex Starved

How to repair a sex starved marriage - a short interview with Dr. Michelle Weiner Davis

Man and woman ignoring each other in bed

Sex Starved?

What is a sex starved marriage?

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Sex Therapy

Some myths about sex therapy - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy.

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Sex Therapy

What is Sex Therapy? A short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

crowded naked casual sex orgy

Sex vs. Romance?

I am more interested in the sex than the romance.

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Sexless

(starts at 6m 13s) My husband no longer has a romantic bone in his body.

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Sexless

My fiance was raped and now hates sex.

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Sexperimentation

Kiddy-play in not a sex problem in kids.

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Sexual Abuse

I am afraid to start any romantic relationships due to being sexually abused when young.

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Sexual Abuse

How can I discover if I was sexually abused at age 3?

young adult man deep in disturbing thoughts

Sexual Harassment

(begins at 4m 37s) I am haunted four years after being sexually harassed.

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Sexual Myths

Myths about sexuality, including; frequency, spontaneity, intensity, age - with Dr Tiffany Kisler.

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Sexual Pleasure Evolving

Enjoying and nurturing your sex life - a short interview with Dr. Judy Kurianski

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Sexual Pressure

I rejected my girlfriend because she withheld sex.

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Sexual Problems

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

unsatisfied man and woman in bed

Sexual Satisfaction

Setting realistic romantic expectations - a short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

sad man and woman in bed no intimacy

Sexuality

Sexual problems couples face - A short interview with Dr. Barry McCarthy

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Sexually Mismatched

Newly married couple is romantically mismatched.

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Sexy Photos

Some different perspectives

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Shy Child

My young child is extremely shy

Abusive Aggressive man screaming at shy woman

Shyness

How to overcome my shyness and escape an abusive relationship.

Man gazes lovingly at woman

Shyness

I fear if I tell my friend I love her I will lose her as a friend.

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Shyness vs Confidence

Why am I shy, meek, and lack confidence?

angry child clenches fists

Sibling Rivalry

Five year old hits and has anger control problems.

angry boy with clenched fists

Sibling Rivalry

My son instigates arguments

woman physically attacking man

Signs of an Abusive Partner

(starts at 4m56s) Signs of an Abusive Partner

angry couple with crying children

Signs of Child Abuse

How can I help my abused grandkids?

man reading newspaper ignores angry woman who shouts with bullhorn

Silent Treatment

My boyfriend deals with issues by using the silent treatment.

Grave site with no one there.

Sister Friction

How do I deal with the fact that my sister did not go to my mom's funeral?

restless man awake in bed with eyes wide open

Sleep Anxiety

My college son can't sleep because he is afraid he can't sleep.

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Sober For Good

My approach to studing alcoholism problems - a short interview with researcher Ann Fletcher.

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Sociability

I don't get along with people.

Man avoiding eye contact with woman at dinner

Social Anxiety

I can't make eye contact with anyone, even with my family.

Lazy man on couch holding a tv remote

Social Anxiety

My husband has become a couch potato with social anxiety.

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Social Anxiety

How can I help my son be more comfortable at public speaking?

Man with flowers anxiously waiting for his date to appear

Social Anxiety

Overcoming the social anxiety of dating

Lonely sab boy walking away from other kids

Social Anxiety

I am so socially anxious that I have no friends and can't leave the house

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Social Anxiety

Why do I get so nervous in social situations?

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Soulmate?

Soulmate? How should I evaluate a prospective soulmate?

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Speaking Up

How to take the first steps to defend your ideas - a short interview with activist Lin Zinser.

speeding car

Speeding Laws

I like to drive very fast.

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Spiteful Ex.

Dealing with my anger due to a spiteful ex.

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Sports

Why do we value sports so much? - a short interview with Dr. Judy VanRaalte

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Stages of Romance

Youth to Seniors; The typical stages of intimacy and romance - a short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

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Stepdad vs. Dad

My bio-daughter wants her stepdad to walk her down the aisle.

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Stinking Thinking

Dealing with those depressing negative thoughts that keep you so unhappy - a short interview with Dr. Judy Beck.

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Stress

Reducing stress via assertiveness - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke

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Stress

Coping with stress - a short interview with Dr. Steve Orma

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Stress

My stress is starting to effect me physically.

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Stress Management

Stress Management: Coping with stress overload - a short interview with Dr. Steve Orma.

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Stress Reduction

Reducing stress by being assertive - a short interview with Dr Edwin Locke

angry woman pulling out her hair

Stress Reduction Tips

My kids are killing me with stress.

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Stress vs. Family Time

(starts at 6m 38s) The effects of a stressful job upon family life.

over stressed business man breaks pencil

Stress, Coping With

Two ways to cope with stress - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke

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Stressful Career

Key factors causing stress and anxiety - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke

Student Housing

My dad does not want me to live with him while I am a student.

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Substance Abuse

How cognitive therapy might treat substance abuse.

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Suicide

I hate my boring life enough to end it.

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Suicide

Help me fight thoughts of suicide.

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Suicide

Are there pros and cons to suicide? (starts 7 minutes 22 seconds in)

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Suicide vs Vacation

I had a horrible past and I'm not afraid of dying.

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Suicide, Teenage

I need to help my suicidal friend get over some rough times.

angry boy with clenched teeth making fists

Super Brat

My little brother flip flops between being bratty and kind.

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Suspicion

How can I stop falsely accusing my husband of infidelity?

Man flirting on phone

Suspicious of Boyfriend

Should I end a relationship having both good and bad aspects?

Laughing boy points finger at sad boy

Teased

I have always been teased as a kid by my family and school mates.

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Teen Fantasies

How to tell my wife that her son has taboo fantasies.

two young teens staring at computer screen

Teen Sex

Sex is becoming a diluted value for youth.

teenager sticks fingers in her ears while mom talks

Teenage Communication

How do you get through to a teenager's mind?

angry boy sees mom and dad ignoring each other

Teenage Mom

Did having children contribute to ruining my marriage?

Bored mother holding infant

Teenage Parents

Teaching teens the downside of having a baby

Temper tantrum demonstrated with trees blowing in hurricane

Temper Tantrums

Help me deal with an eight year old's temper tantrums.

angry child in car seat

Temper Tantrums

How can I handle my three year old's temper tantrums?

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Temptation

What is an affair, and why are they so tempting? A short interview with Dr. Tiffany Kisler

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The First Session

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

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The Gay Closet

I just got exposed to HIV from a gay encounter.

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The Guilt Trap

My step children use guilt to get the clothes they want.

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The Meaning of Life

How can I be happy if my life has no meaning and I am afraid of getting old this way?

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The Value of Sports

Why do we value sports so much?

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Therapist Ethics

My boyfriend fell in love with his therapist.

Exasperated man with handa on his head screaming

Therapy Panic

I have panic attacks before seeing my therapist.

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Thinking Mistakes

How to deal with any overpowering lousy thoughts you might have - a short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach

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Thinking Problems

How to handle hard thinking problems - A short interview with Seminar Presenter Jean Moroney

A brain and a heart holding hands as allies

Thoughts vs. Feelings

Thinking and feeling - allies, not enemies.

Teenage girl daydreaming in classroom

Threats vs. Active Listening

My bright teenager can't focus in school.

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Time Management

How to manage your time well - a short interview with Seminar Presenter Jean Moroney

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Time Management

Do you often waste your time? Overcoming time management difficulties - a short interview with presenter Jean Moroney.

woman crying after romantic breakup

Too High Expectations

I am so emotional about separating from my husband.

older brother torments and teases younger handicapped brother

Tourette Syndrome Child

Tourette Syndrome Child

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Trauma

What is a trauma expert? A short interview with Dr. James Campbell

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Trauma

Psychological first aid in cases of trauma - a short interview with Dr. James Campbell

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Trust

My fiancé loves animals because he doesn't trust people.

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Trust

My girlfriend's roommates don't trust me.

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Trust

I no longer trust anyone since my wife cheated with my best friend.

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Trust

I'm having trust issues in my romantic relationship.

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Trust

I don't trust my girlfriend who is starting college

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Trust

My 18 year marriage has become a nightmare.

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Trust and Commitment

Why did my married boyfriend of 30 years give me a ring?

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Tuition Sharing

My kids want me to subsidize my grandson's education.

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Unattractive

I deeply love a woman whom I find very unattractive.

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Undecided

My indecisive boyfriend has turned my world upside down.

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Unearned Guilt

Two views about pre-marital sex.

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Unearned Guilt

Enjoying your life at no one's expense.

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Unearned Guilt

My brother abuses my parents

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Unearned Guilt

Unearned Guilt-How to crush a man’s soul. (begins at 5 minutes 10 seconds)

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Unearned Guilt

(starts 7m39s) How to rule someone else's mind.

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Unearned Guilt Syndrome

Do you suffer from "Unearned Guilt" Syndrome? - A short interview with Dr. Steve Orma

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Unearned Guilt Syndrome

Do you suffer from -Unearned Guilt- Syndrome?

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Unfaithful Husband

How should I deal with my cheating husband?

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Unjust Suspicion

My fiance broke off our engagement after 30 days due to a total misunderstanding.

Family hiking in woods

Unreachable Parents

Make your kids feel listened to.

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Unwanted Advice

How can I get my adult son to make better choices?

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Unwanted Romance

An old unpleasant girlfriend has made an unwelcome re-appearance into my life.

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Unwanted Thoughts

My young son was disturbed by a movie sex scene.

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Unwanted Thoughts

How can I stop intrusive unwanted memories from hijacking my current thoughts?

Shocked kid reading book

Unwanted Thoughts

My young son was disturbed by a movie sex scene.

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Unwed Dad

I worry if my obese girlfriend is pregnant.

Woman unable to think with empty thought balloon

Vague Instructions

How should I deal with vague instructions or questions from a superior coworker?

emotionless man

Values - The Big Four

People are put off by my lack of emotion.

depressed woman with flower

Values and Happiness

My wife has a life long depression about everything.

Woman puts fingers in her ears to block shouting from mother

Verbal Abuse

I am an adult living with a verbally abusive mom.

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Veterans

Issues facing our returning vets - a short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White

marching soldiers with weapons and gear

Veterans Issues

How to understand and help with the issues faced by returning vets. - A short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White.

marching soldiers

Veterans Issues

How to cope with the issues returning vets face a short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White.

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Video Games

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

Angry violent man about to explode breathing fire and smoke

Violence

Warning signs of a potentially violent co-worker - A short interview with Dr. James Campbell

angry businessman punching hole in computer screen

violence

Warning signs of potential workplace violence. A short interview with Dr. James Campbell

violent angry gang fight

Violence

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

thug fighting with other people

Violent Brother

How can I get over the death of a violent brother whom I both loved and hated?

bruised woman holds hand up indicating stop

Violent Husband

I need help dealing with my violent husband.

happy dad and son both giving a thumbs up

Visitation

How can I make my visits positive for my son?

shy little girl hiding behing mother's skirt

Visitation (Parental)

Should I force my shy very young daughter to visit unsupervised with a dad she never met?

confused boy standing between a man and a woman both reaching for him

Visitation by Abuser

Will my son experience emotional damage by being forced into visitation with his abusive father?

woman in dreamy sleep

Wandering Eyes

I fell in love with a younger man.

Soldiers fighting in desert.

War

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

Soldiers running across a stretch of desert

War Veterans

Some Issues Facing Our Returning Veterans - a short interview with adjustment counselor Jay White.

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Weight Loss

Why don't I feel guilty about being overweight?

No Image

What Women Want

I wish guys knew what we want in a relationship.

Women pretending to praise another woman for her hideous hairdo

White Lies

Why they are harmful to your mental health.

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Why do I Hate

I don't know why I hate my husband and want to leave him.

obese man on couch with tv remote control

Why Overeat?

What are the psychological causes of overeating?

two men standing together and smiling without wife

Wife vs. Friend

My husband pays more attention to his friend than to me.

Mom trying to get daughters attention

Withdrawn and Angry

My angry teenage daughter doesn't talk or smile with adults.

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Work vs. Children

How my son showed me the importance of being a dad.

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Work vs. Family

My wife's career is at odds with our family life.

man deciding between two signs titled work and life

Workaholic

I'd rather go to work than be with my own family.

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Workplace Liars

Bullies and liars at work have caused co-workers to be fired.

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Workplace Violence

The stress at work is driving me crazy.

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Yo Yo Divorce

My husband wants a divorce, then to date, then to remarry me.

angry woman yells at puzzled man

You Idiot!

I need help dealing with my anger.

young boy on knees gives rose to young girl

Young Romance

My kid and step kid seem to be romantically curious.

sad boy grieving at cemetery

Young Sex

My son developed grieving problems after day died.

a man pickpockets another man

Young Son Steals

Why does my young son steal and tell damaging lies?

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Your Core Ideas

What role do your deepest ideas play in how happy you are? A short interview with Dr. Jeff Riggenbach.