The Dr. Laura Podcast

Grief vs. Motivation Following the Loss of a Spouse

The Dr. Laura Podcast

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Kurt questions whether his difficulty completing tasks is selfish behavior, particularly in the context of grieving the recent loss of his wife, who died from a neurological disease three months ago. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com - Listen to The Dr. Laura Program daily on SiriusXM Triumph 123.

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