
The Rational Basis of Happiness® radio show
Dr. Ellen Kenner gives concise and practical advice to caller questions four times a week. Dr. Ellen Kenner is a private practice clinical psychologist. Ask your personal question by calling toll free, 877-Dr-Kenner or visiting drkenner.com (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook)
Latest episodes

May 24, 2025 • 12min
1-Rational Happiness 2-Self Esteem ~ 1-Why does happiness require rationality? 2-Do sophisticated criminals have high self esteem and happiness?
1-Rational Happiness 2-Self Esteem ~ 1-Why does happiness require rationality? 2-Do sophisticated criminals have high self esteem and happiness? Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 21, 2025 • 12min
1-Child Visitation 2-Causeless Anger ~ 1-My wife denies me visitation rights. 2-I hate people and want all of us to die.
1-Child Visitation 2-Causeless Anger ~ 1-My wife denies me visitation rights. 2-I hate people and want all of us to die. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 19, 2025 • 12min
Negative Emotions ~ I'm mean to others due to my stress.
Negative Emotions ~ I'm mean to others due to my stress. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 16, 2025 • 12min
War ~ What was it like to serve in Iraq? A short interview with counselor Jay White
War ~ What was it like to serve in Iraq? A short interview with counselor Jay White. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 14, 2025 • 12min
ADHD - Is it Legitimate? ~ My young son has been diagnosed with major anger issues.
ADHD - Is it Legitimate? ~ My young son has been diagnosed with major anger issues. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 13, 2025 • 12min
Anger ~ I can't get past my anger over my cheating husband.
Anger ~ I can't get past my anger over my cheating husband. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 12, 2025 • 12min
Borderline Personality Disorder ~ I am grieving the loss of my . . . therapist.
Borderline Personality Disorder ~ I am grieving the loss of my . . . therapist. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 11, 2025 • 12min
Stress, Coping With ~ Two ways to cope with stress - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke.
Stress, Coping With ~ Two ways to cope with stress - a short interview with Dr. Edwin Locke. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 9, 2025 • 12min
Pets, Loss of ~ I'm terrified with the knowledge that my dog will soon die.
Pets, Loss of ~ I'm terrified with the knowledge that my dog will soon die. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.

May 6, 2025 • 12min
Fighting Kids ~ My four kids are constantly fighting with each other.
Fighting Kids ~ My four kids are constantly fighting with each other. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show.