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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

When the Holidays Don’t Look Like You Thought They Would

On this episode, we hear from: - A new mom whose picture of having a new baby at Christmas is different than expected - A woman unsure if leaving her teen home for Christmas is the right thing to do - Dr. John with a “colorful” rendition 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Lyrics of the Day: "Up On The Rooftop (Ho Ho Ho)" - Gene Autry 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 Th...

Dec 23, 202253 min

Why Do I Feel Like I Always Have To Control My Spouse?

Today, we hear from: - An expectant mother who lashes out at her husband’s immaturity - Dr. John on why playing with your kids is one of the best things you can do for them - A man considering ending his relationship over his girlfriend’s lack of self-discipline Lyrics of the Day: "Boot Scootin' Boogie" - Brooks & Dunn 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 Thorne Add ...

Dec 21, 202252 min

How Do You Date Again After a Sexual Assault?

On today’s show, we hear about: - A traumatized woman wondering if lowering her standards will give her a better chance at relationships - An entrepreneur in crisis mode after his twins were stillborn - A man stressed to no end by the political state of the country Lyrics of the Day: "Ice Ice Baby" - Vanilla Ice 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 Thorne Add products to...

Dec 19, 202252 min

How Do I Make Friends as an Adult?

On this episode, we hear from: - A man whose social anxiety prevents him from cultivating the friendships he deeply desires - A woman worried about moving away from her special-needs brother when she gets married - A husband wondering if he should buy a gun against his wife’s wishes to protect his family Lyrics of the Day: "21 Guns" - Green 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 Churchil...

Dec 16, 202258 min

Are My Weight Issues a Response to Trauma?

Today, we hear from: - A woman stuck in a toxic cycle with her weight. - A husband seeking to better support his anxious wife. - A wife feeling led to move her family in with her recently widowed father. Lyrics of the Day: "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" - Elton John 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 Thorne Add products to your cart create an account at checkout Receive ...

Dec 14, 20221 hr

My Mom Is Trying To Guilt Me Over Our Holiday Plans!

On today’s show, we hear about: - A woman wondering if she needs stricter boundaries with her mom over the holidays. - What Seasonal Affective Disorder really is and what you can do about it. - A man struggling to understand why his wife left him and what he can learn from it. Lyrics of the Day: "California Dreamin'" - The Mamas And The Papas 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 ...

Dec 12, 202258 min

Is Work Life Balance a Real Thing?

On this episode, we hear from: - A man who continually finds himself burned out, bitter and dreading work - A mom unsure of how to help her young son whose anxiety manifests in headaches - A husband frustrated that his wife continues to struggle with his “past” porn addiction Lyrics of the Day: "Lose Yourself" - Eminem 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 Thorne Add prod...

Dec 09, 20221 hr 7 min

Don’t Let Holiday Anxiety Ruin Your Christmas!

Today, we hear: - John answering your top questions regarding the holidays, family and how to survive - A woman who suspects her father-in-law is verbally and physically abusive - A husband desperate to reconnect with his spouse after their romance has totally dissolved Lyrics of the Day: "The Little Drummer Boy" - Pentatonix 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 Thorne A...

Dec 07, 202257 min

My Daughter Just Married a Convicted Sex Offender

On this episode, we hear from: - A man uncomfortable interacting with his daughter’s husband, who’s a convicted sex offender - A woman feeling guilty for not wanting to participate in her family’s Christmas gift tradition - A wife afraid of her husband dying after multiple comments he’s made about it Lyrics of the Day: "Blackout" - 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 M...

Dec 05, 202252 min

Am I Setting Myself Up for Heartbreak by Dating This Man?

On this episode, we hear from: - A woman who never wanted children of her own who’s now struggling with her boyfriend’s kids - A man uncomfortable with his sister-in-law and her boyfriend sleeping in the same room when they visit for the holidays - Expecting parents unsure if they want to raise their kids in the Catholic church Lyrics of the Day: "All I Want For Christmas Is You" - Mariah Carey Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . S...

Dec 02, 202251 min

At What Point Do I Choose My Kids Over My Marriage?

Today, we hear from: - A wife wondering what’s better for her kids: staying with their careless father or leaving him - A man who’s unhappy in his marriage but has no idea what he needs to do to change it - A woman who suspects her fiancé is cheating with his boss Lyrics of the Day: "Suspicious Minds" - Elvis Presley 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 Thorne Add produc...

Nov 30, 202249 min

I’m Struggling With Infertility and I Don’t Think It’s Fair

On this episode, we hear from: - A woman struggling with anger over her family’s dysfunction and her infertility - A man who doesn’t want to engage with his in-laws over the holidays after an ugly fight - Dr. John on why you should choose guilt over resentment Lyrics of the Day: "Jesus Take The Wheel" - Carrie Underwood 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 Thorne Add pro...

Nov 28, 202249 min

I’m a Stay at Home Mom and I Feel So Alone

On this episode, we hear from: - A stay-at-home mom struggling with feeling lonely and isolated - Mind Pump’s Sal Di Stefano on how to create consistency in your exercise routine - A father who doesn’t understand why he should pay child support when he and his ex-wife share custody Lyrics of the Day: "Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)" - 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 Mo...

Nov 25, 202255 min

How Do We Teach Our Kids About Appropriate PDA?

Today, we hear from: - A parent wanting to teach his young kids why certain displays of affection are appropriate for some people and not for others - A woman with an intense fear of staying overnight in new places after a traumatic break-in - John’s thoughts on gratitude plus listeners sharing who they’re most thankful for Lyrics of the Day: "She's Got a Way" - Billy Joel Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: B...

Nov 23, 202246 min

Should I Make Future Decisions Based on Past Trauma?

On this episode, we hear from: - A mom fearful of another pregnancy after her traumatic birth - A man unsure if he should admit he can’t stand the woman his best friend wants to marry - A woman whose family is accusing her of gaslighting them Lyrics of the Day: "Boomboxes and Dictionaries" - The Gaslight Anthem 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 Thorne Add products to ...

Nov 21, 202249 min

Can I Force My Kids To Like Their Dad?

On this episode, we talk to: - A single mom unsure if she should force her kids to have a relationship with their dad - A man struggling to grieve the deaths of his mom and sister, who he lost just six days apart - A woman still triggered by the trauma of her past mental health issues Lyrics of the Day: "Interstate Love Song" - Stone Temple Pilots 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 Churc...

Nov 18, 202254 min

Dealing With Divorce, Fatherhood and Bipolar

In this episode, we talk with: - A man struggling to accept the end of his marriage - A mom who doesn’t feel comfortable with how her father-in-law talks to her kids - A manager unsure of how much grace to show employees suffering from mental health challenges 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 Thorne Add products to your cart create an account at ch...

Nov 16, 202251 min

I’m 18 Years Old and Porn Is Ruining My Life

On today’s show, we hear about: - An 18-year-old crippled by his porn addiction - Delony’s thoughts on one therapist’s heartbreaking TikTok - A woman deeply worried about her boyfriend’s compulsive spending Lyrics of the Day: "Forever Young" - Bob Dylan 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 Thorne Add products to your cart create an account at checkout Receive 25% off ALL...

Nov 14, 20221 hr 1 min

I Don’t Feel Attracted to My Husband Anymore

Today, we hear from: - A wife struggling to feel attracted to her husband of three years - A man hoping to get advice to help him work through his procrastination habit - A parent wondering how to raise kids that aren’t obsessed with technology in a culture that is Lyrics of the Day: "Under Pressure" - David Bowie and Queen 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 Thorne Add...

Nov 11, 202254 min

Learning To Love My Husband Again After Addiction

On today’s episode, we hear about: - A wife wondering if she can love her newly sober husband again - A woman ready to cut ties with her meth-addicted brother who’s just been arrested for sexual abuse - A new dad coping with anxiety through the comfort of fast food Lyrics of the Day: "Everywhere" - Michelle Branch 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 Thorne Add products ...

Nov 09, 202259 min

Will Becoming a Parent Change Everything?

On this episode, we hear about: - A father-to-be who’s afraid to abandon his dreams - A single mom worried about her 18-year-old son who has zero ambition - A wife unable to communicate with her husband in the way he’s asking for Lyrics of the Day: "Fix You" - Coldplay 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 Thorne Add products to your cart create an account at checkout Rec...

Nov 07, 202252 min

What Happens When Our Lives Get Too Busy

On this episode, we hear from: - A full-time college senior and athlete struggling to push through - A widow unsure of how to navigate the complicated relationship with her in-laws - A father coming to terms with how his infidelity caused trauma in his young son Lyrics of the Day: "Boy" - The Killers 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 Thorne Add products to your cart c...

Nov 04, 202257 min

How Lies Can Destroy a Marriage

On today’s episode, we hear about: - A woman unable to trust her husband who constantly lies about the most bizarre things - An exhausted father and husband who works full time and is also trying to start a produce farm - A woman who grieves the relationship she never got with her schizophrenic father Lyrics of the Day: "Little Lies" - Fleetwood Mac 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...

Nov 02, 202250 min

Why Do I Keep Dating Addicts?

On this extra spooky episode, we hear about: - A woman with a history of dating addicts who now finds herself with a man new to recovery - A law student afraid of spiraling back into anxiety and depression - Delony’s perspective on why humans actually enjoy getting scared on purposeLyrics of the Day: "This is Halloween" - "The Nightmare Before Christmas" Soundtrack Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHel...

Oct 31, 202256 min

Can a Marriage Survive a Loss of Faith?

Today, we’re talking with: - A wife unsure of how to move forward in her marriage after her husband’s decision to leave their faith - A man hoping to learn how to best support his girlfriend when she’s in the middle of a panic attack - A woman wondering why a man she’s expressed romantic interest in isn’t returning the gesture Lyrics of the Day: "Fix You" - Coldplay Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Support Our Sponsors: BetterHe...

Oct 28, 20221 hr 6 min

These Are the Supplements I Take & Why

On today’s episode, we hear about: - Which supplements Dr. John Delony is currently taking and why he’s obsessed with them - A man struggling with the decision to surrender his parental rights to his ex - A mother unsure of how much responsibility she should put on her depressed and suicidal teen 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 Thorne Add products...

Oct 26, 20221 hr 2 min

Improving Communication With Your Spouse

On today’s show, we hear from: - A husband afraid of burdening his anxious wife with his depression struggles - A woman concerned about her overweight adult son’s mental health - A mom who feels like she and her needs are invisible to her family Lyrics of the Day: "Going To California" - Led Zeppelin 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 Thorne Add products to your cart c...

Oct 24, 202258 min

I Feel Like Life Has Passed Me By

On this episode, we talk with: - A woman who feels she missed out on her youth having married her high school sweetheart - A man wondering how to best care for himself and his fiancée who suffers from bipolar disorder - A mother unsure of what boundaries she should set with her son who’s struggled with addiction and mental illness for 9 years Lyrics of the Day: "Champagne Supernova" - Oasis Let us know what’s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show . Suppo...

Oct 21, 20221 hr 11 min

Overwhelmed With the Fitness Industry? Here’s Where To Start with Sal Di Stefeno from Mind Pump

Today’s show is super epic because we’re talking with Mind Pump’s Sal Di Stefano about all things health and fitness. We dive into things like: - Why the fitness world has gotten so extreme - What kind of fitness goals are actually unhealthy - The habits you can start today that will radically change your health 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 Thorne Add products to...

Oct 19, 20221 hr 33 min

Why Do I Catastrophize Everything?

On today’s show, we hear from: - A woman desperate to stop assuming the worst-case scenario in every life situation - A newly married man also navigating the adoption of his nephew - A disabled veteran anxious about starting his career over at age 58 Lyrics of the Day: "Don't Stop Believin" - 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 Thorne Add products to your cart c...

Oct 17, 202254 min
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