The Dr. Laura Podcast

Sally thought her 70s would be more enjoyable and says she's depressed and distressed over her various aches and pains. - Dr. Laura: "Thank your body each day for all the things it's still doing for you." Is life easier or harder as you age? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www....

Julianne's marriage has had the same problems for forty years. Should she think about leaving him after all this time? - Dr. Laura: "With acceptance comes a lot of peace." Have you started to accept your spouse's flaws? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-ap...

Vanessa's last two boyfriends have complained that she puts too much pressure on them sexually and she knows she might have a sex-related problem. - Dr. Laura: "Physical attention won't make up for the lack of emotional affection of childhood." Did you grow up feeling love and affection from your parents? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-80...

Katherine's third husband says she doesn't know how to communicate and makes wrong assumptions, causing unnecessary fighting. - Dr. Laura: "Do something each day to make your husband glad he married you." What does your spouse do that makes you happy you're married? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an a...

Kyra's daughter died five years ago, and she and her husband wonder if they should foster, adopt or try to have another child. - Dr. Laura: "We cannot escape the pain of loss." Would you consider adopting or having another baby after the loss of a child? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment -...

Carol has finally blown up after years of ignoring her in-laws' negative behavior, and now everything is awkward. - Dr. Laura: "You're not under any obligation to let negative comments roll off your back." Are you the type to speak up when you're upset or do you just let things slide? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-37...

Ben never married the mother of his first son and would like advice on how to make him more “comfortable” when he visits Ben's new wife and 5-month-old. - Dr. Laura: "Help your son express himself and deal with his real feelings." How have you seen kids react to remarriage and the birth of new children after divorce? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio progra...

Sabrina's 13-year-old is encountering some nasty teen drama, and Sabrina wants to shield her from any pain. - Dr. Laura: "Learning to deal with negative situations is part of life." What did kids tease you about during your childhood? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura...

Hannah just discovered that her husband of 5 years has been sneaking around with a teenager. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes admitting a mistake and moving on is the best thing you can do." Sometimes admitting a mistake and moving on is the best thing you can do. Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment...

Patrick is suffering after his dog's death the way he did when his own parents died, and he's concerned that there's something wrong with him. - Dr. Laura: "Pets can give life great meaning and connection." Are you a cat or dog person? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaur...

How can Leroy help his daughter overcome her anxiety when she performs less than perfectly in school and sports? - Dr. Laura: "Illustrate to your children that people don't have to be perfect to be OK." Do you believe in pushing kids to be successful in their academics and extracurriculars? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-...

Izabella's husband is a good lover and a good father, but she's unhappy with how self-centered he is and says she'd leave if they didn't have kids. - Dr. Laura: "Be grateful for what you do have instead of resentful for what you don't have." Do you focus more on what's not perfect or more on what is going well in your life? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio...

Holly's 30-year-old son died a year ago, and her family is worried about how inconsolable she is. - Dr. Laura: "Your son's life continues through your granddaughter who needs you." Do you feel lost? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Find me o...

Kelly is struggling with how to show love and support to her husband as he enters hospice care. - Dr. Laura: "Let your husband comfort you and show you that he's still your man." What does your spouse need from you to feel connected? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura....

Kate is a nurse who witnessed the death of a woman the same age and with the same name as her mother, and now she can't stop thinking about her. - Dr. Laura: "Survivor's guilt is one part grief and one part gratitude." Has the death of a stranger ever impacted your life? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make...

Lewis isn't sure that he wants to marry his girlfriend of 9 years. - Dr. Laura: "It's selfish to continue a relationship that you know isn't headed for marriage." Are you behaving in a selfish manner? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Find me...

Since becoming parents to twins nearly four years ago, sex has been lacking between Steven and his wife. What can he do to get more? - Dr. Laura: "Women need mental, emotional and physical foreplay so stop being sexual and start being sensual." Did having kids effect your intimacy? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2...

Diane has a hard time saying no to people, and it stresses her out to disappoint anyone. - Dr. Laura: "People who really care about you will respect your preferences." Do you have a hard or easy time saying "no" to the people in your life? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.dr...

Steven wants to encourage his foster son to have goodwill toward his bio-mom even though she's never been a positive force in his life. - Dr. Laura: "People need to come to terms with the reality of their situations." Is there someone in your life who filled the role of surrogate parent? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800...

Muzi is devastated over his wife's death and is having a difficult time coping with the loss. Dr. Laura: "Letting go is a very important part of grieving." Do you miss your loved one? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Find me on social media...

Is it wrong for Christy's dad to be dating again just a year after her mom died? - Dr. Laura: "The living have to live." Is there a certain amount of time you feel is appropriate to wait to date after the death of a spouse? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-a...

Theo admits that he withholds affection from his girlfriend and treats her in un-loving ways even though he claims to have found something special in her. - Dr. Laura: "Do the individual work to become a better man, and someday you can have a wonderful relationship." To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-a...

Lindsey is worried that her 10-year-old daughter needs too much reassurance from her. - Dr. Laura: "It's a wonderful thing to have a mom to learn from." Do you enable your child's emotions? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Find me on social...

Eric is planning to donate a kidney to his cousin but is struggling with his weight and other health issues in preparation. - Dr. Laura: "No one is morally obligated to donate an organ." Have you ever considered donating an organ? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com...

Michelle feels anxious about the safety of her two college-aged daughters and doesn't know how to handle her fears about something bad happening to them. - Dr. Laura: "Bring more joy into your life and stop trying to protect by worrying." How do you feel about installing tracking devices on your kids' phones? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call...