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The Dr. John Delony Show

Ramsey Networkwww.johndelony.com
The Dr. John Delony Show is a caller-driven show that gives you real talk on relationships and mental health challenges. We want to talk to you! To send us your questions, leave a voicemail at 844-693-3291 or email askjohn@ramseysolutions.com.
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Episodes

How Do I Tell Her That She’s Not Really My Daughter?

Today, we hear from a man wondering how to tell his daughter he’s not her biological dad. Then, we get a special follow-up call from a mom who finally told her son the real story of how his father died. And finally, we talk with a wife hoping to bring back the fun, flexible woman she once was. Lyrics of the Day: "Mystery" - Turnstile Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage ...

Aug 05, 20221 hr 6 min

My Son Is Facing Prison and I Don’t Know How To Support Him

In today’s show, we hear from a grieving mother whose 18-year-old is about to receive a prison sentence for child pornography, a man suffering from night terrors that make coping with his bipolar disorder even more challenging, and a father wondering how his family should move forward following his daughter’s severe brain damage. Lyrics of the Day: "High Hopes"- Panic! At The Disco Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sp...

Aug 03, 202258 min

Ask Me Anything #4: John Answers Your Questions About Himself

In today’s episode, nothing is off-limits. Listen as John answers your questions on everything from screen time for kids, what his wife really thinks about his highs and lows, and the “greatest metal band of all time” bracket. Lyrics of the Day: "Celebration" - Kool & The Gang Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions...

Aug 01, 20221 hr

UPDATE: She’s 60 Days Clean and Sober!

In this episode, we hear from a previous caller celebrating 60 days sober, a woman who has no idea how to get her needs met in her marriage, and a terrified mother whose daughter has attempted suicide two times in the last month. Dopamine Nation - Dr. Anna Lembke Lyrics of the Day: "Meant to Live" - Switchfoot Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past...

Jul 29, 20221 hr 12 min

My Son Had a Mental Breakdown and I Feel So Helpless

Today, we hear from a father desperate to help his 21-year-old who suffered a mental breakdown, a woman worried about how her husband’s job is affecting their marriage, and a wife struggling with body image issues after her husband confessed a porn addiction. Lyrics of the Day: "Where the Blacktop Ends" - Keith Urban Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Yo...

Jul 27, 20221 hr 8 min

How Can I Be a Better Husband and Father?

On today’s show, we hear from a man seeking change after admitting to being a terrible husband and father, a woman wondering how to support her best friend who’s dying of cancer, and a woman tired of protecting her mom after she gets burned in abusive relationships. Then, we get a to talk to a former caller’s husband who’s been struggling with suicidal thoughts. Lyrics of the Day: "Brother" - Needtobreathe Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony....

Jul 25, 20221 hr 7 min

My Boyfriend Won’t Stop Looking at Suggestive Photos Online

In this episode, we hear from a woman uncomfortable with her boyfriend following promiscuous Instagram accounts, a broken father overcome with anger toward his daughter’s abuser, and a woman who hasn’t told her parents about her boyfriend of four years who is over 20 years older. Lyrics of the Day: "Everybody Hurts" - R.E.M. Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources...

Jul 22, 20221 hr 2 min

I Feel Betrayed by God

Today, we’re talking with a man deeply grieving because he lost his young wife to cancer, a mom realizing how messed up youth sports can be, and a man wondering how to get his fiancée to participate in hard conversations. Lyrics of the Day: "In Dreams" - Roy Orbison Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions for Humans Con...

Jul 20, 202254 min

Is My Boyfriend Too Close to His Roommate?

In today’s show, we hear from a woman worried that her boyfriend’s relationship with his roommate is too involved, a man terrified to commit to his long-term girlfriend, and a wife desperate to help her suicidal husband. Lyrics of the Day: "Waves" - Dean Lewis Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions for Humans Conversat...

Jul 18, 202248 min

How Do You Help an Adult Child Navigate Mental Illness?

Today, we talk with a woman powerless to help her mentally unstable adult son, and a husband wondering if he is causing the communication problems in his marriage. Then, John talks with The Minimalists about everything from befriending your coworkers to what a life well lived really means. Lyrics of the Day: "With a Little Help From My Friends" -Joe Crocker Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamC...

Jul 15, 20221 hr 4 min

Talking About Mental Health at Work

In today’s episode, we talk with a construction project manager who has a passion for helping his team become mentally well, a woman who just discovered that her brother is stealing from their elderly mother, and an extroverted woman wondering if she and her introvert boyfriend can make it work. Lyrics of the Day: "Gravity" - John Mayer Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortga...

Jul 13, 202251 min

My Sex Addict Husband Continues To Relapse

In today’s show, we hear from a woman whose husband continues to relapse into sex addiction, a young mom questioning the behaviors of her controlling husband, and a man wondering how he and his wife should navigate family functions with divorced parents. Lyrics of the Day: "Oh Henry" - The Civil Wars Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Y...

Jul 11, 202259 min

How Do You Know if You Are Mentally Healthy?

Today, we talk with a woman hoping to break her pattern of losing friendships, a stepmom worried about how her step kids will be affected by their mom’s polyamorous lifestyle, and lastly, take a question from our very own team about how to know if you’re mentally healthy. Lyrics of the Day: "Fake Happy" - Paramore Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your ...

Jul 08, 202254 min

A Violent Heroin Addict Has Moved In Next Door

On today’s show, an overwhelmed mom (who’s also studying for the bar exam!) asks how to take care of herself in a crazy season. Then, we hear from a woman uncomfortable with the violent heroin addict who moved in next door, a recovering alcoholic on the brink of losing his marriage a second time, and from Dr. John about what depression really is. Lyrics of the Day: "I Hate You" - Anderson East Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Su...

Jul 06, 202255 min

My Daughter Is Cheating on Her Fiancé

In today’s show, we hear from a mom whose daughter is cheating on her fiancé, a man terrified to speak up for himself in any and all situations, and a wife whose husband thinks she shouldn’t have single friends. Lyrics of the Day: "Song of Good Hope" - Glen Hansard Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions for Humans Conv...

Jul 04, 202252 min

Talking About Sex With a Sexually Abused Child

In today’s show, we talk with a mom hoping to learn how to appropriately talk about sex with her sexually traumatized child, and a newlywed wondering if it’s okay that he doesn’t want any friends aside from his wife. Then, Dr. John breaks down gaslighting scenes in the Disney classic Tangled. Some Parts are NOT for Sharing – Julie K. Federico Lyrics of the Day: "Irreplaceable" - Beyonce Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support O...

Jul 01, 202251 min

My New Husband Told His Friends I’m Not Attractive

Today we hear from a man wondering what boundaries will protect his commitment with his girlfriend to wait for sex until marriage, a woman hesitant to tell her curious son the specifics of her dad’s horrific suicide, and a new wife shocked and hurt after overhearing her husband tell friends he doesn’t find her attractive. Lyrics of the Day: "In My Room" - The Beach Boys Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: Bett...

Jun 29, 202256 min

My Daughter Saw Her Father Assault Me

In today’s episode, we talk with a mom worried about her daughter who’s become overly protective of her body after witnessing assault, a man unable to let go after his wife left him a year ago, and a police officer processing the Uvalde shooting. Lyrics of the Day: "Running Up That Hill" - Kate Bush Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Yo...

Jun 27, 202256 min

Should I Tell My Co-Worker She’s a Hoarder?

In today’s show, we hear from a mom wondering how to help her daughter with her fear of talking to others, and a man unsure if he should confront a coworker about troubling behavior. Then, Dr. John goes through a lightning round of your most-asked questions (this gets . . . interesting). Lyrics of the Day: "Lightning Strikes Twice" - Iron Maiden Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchi...

Jun 24, 202246 min

I’m Jealous of the Life My Daughter Has

Today, we’re talking with a mom struggling with jealousy as her daughter achieves the life she always wanted, a man still unable to trust relationships 10 years after he was given an STD, and a mom wondering why she’s having a hard time loving her newly adopted son. Lyrics of the Day: "Hey Jealousy" - Gin Blossoms Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your ...

Jun 22, 20221 hr 1 min

My Husband Was Fired for Sexual Harassment

In today’s show, we talk with a woman unsure of how to move forward in her marriage after her husband’s recurring infidelity, a man so overwhelmed and burned out that he’s breaking down at work, and a woman whose new husband won’t move in with her. Lyrics of the Day: "Faithfully" - Journey Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future ...

Jun 20, 202254 min

How Do I Know if Our Marriage Is Over?

Today, we hear from a husband wondering if his marriage is over since his wife won’t get help for her bipolar disorder, a mom worried her teenage son isn’t taking more responsibility for his life, and a woman who recently broke off an engagement but hopes they can still make it work. Lyrics of the Day: "Ok Not To Be Ok" - Demi Lovato& Marshmello Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Chu...

Jun 17, 20221 hr 3 min

How Can I Be More Confident in Dating?

Today, we hear from a woman with extreme road anxiety who wants to change, a 31-year-old with cerebral palsy who feels confident in every area of life except dating, and a young woman desperate for a relationship with her absent father. Lyrics of the Day: 'When I Get Where I'm Going" - Brad Paisley/Dolly Parton Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Pas...

Jun 15, 20221 hr 4 min

Our House Burned Down and It Was My Fault

In today’s show, we’re talking with a husband who’s unable to trust his wife emotionally, a young mom dealing with guilt after accidentally burning her family’s home down, and a business owner struggling to hire competent and loyal employees. Lyrics of the Day: "40" - U2 Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions for Human...

Jun 13, 202256 min

Grieving a Mass Shooting in My Hometown

In this episode, we hear from a father who’s trying to understand how to keep his teens (who’d prefer to sleep until noon) motivated during the summer, a therapist from Buffalo who’s deeply shaken by the recent shooting and wondering whether she’s cut out for the job, and a mom who’s trying to decide whether she should press charges against her daughter’s molester after promising they would not. Lyrics of the Day: "Lean on Me" - Bill Withers Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at ...

Jun 10, 20221 hr 1 min

My Sex Drive Is Way Higher Than My Husband’s

Today, we hear from a father terrified to put his violent son on medication after his wife’s battle with opioid addiction, a woman facing a crossroads in her marriage as she realizes they’re not on the same page sexually, and a mom worried about her adult daughter with autism. Lyrics of the Day: "I Want To Dance With Somebody" - Whitney Houston Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchil...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 5 min

My Supervisor Hit on Me

In today’s show, we’re talking to a nurse practitioner whose supervisor hit on her, an overwhelmed mom struggling with guilt after accidentally burning their family’s home down, and a mom afraid her daughter is ruining her life by becoming a stripper. Lyrics of the Day: "Don't Stand So Close To Me" - The Police Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Pas...

Jun 06, 202254 min

I’m an Exhausted Police Officer Ready To Quit

Today, listen as we hear from an exhausted cop of 17 years who wants to quit, a wife seeking to best support her husband who struggles with bingeing and purging, and a young woman who attempted suicide two years ago but is still plagued by guilt and shame. Lyrics of the Day: Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your Past, Change Your Future Questions for H...

Jun 03, 202258 min

Are These Relationship Issues a Red Flag?

Join us for today’s show as we hear from a man trying to discern the difference between feeling fear and seeing red flags in his relationship, a woman coming to grips with how to serve in her job, and a wife who’s wondering if it’s time to divorce her husband after another DUI. Lyrics of the Day: "Empire State of Mind" - Jay-Z "Why Georgia" - John Mayer Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud...

Jun 01, 202246 min

I’m Miserable in My Marriage

In today’s episode, we’re talking with a woman worried about telling her roommate she’s buying a gun, a young woman struggling with her family relationships after her stepdad molested her as a child, and a wife wondering if divorce is the only option for her and her husband. Lyrics of the Day: "HOLIDAY" - Turnstile Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHelp DreamCloud Churchill Mortgage Resources: Own Your...

May 30, 20221 hr 4 min
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