The Dr. Laura Podcast

Vanessa is working hard to quit smoking, but she wishes it wasn't so difficult. - Dr. Laura: "There's no triumph if there's no struggle." What challenge are you most proud of having overcome? 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 socia...

Keesha invited her loser brother to live with her, but the arrangement is making her pretty unhappy. - Dr. Laura: "You'll be better off when you start putting more thought into important life decisions." What decisions have you made that you wish you could undo? 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 appoi...

Although Lindsey would like her boyfriend to ask her family for her hand in marriage, she doesn't want to dictate to him how to propose. - Dr. Laura: "It's important for someone to let him know that the romance and respect of this tradition is meaningful to you." Did your husband ask your family's permission to marry you? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio p...

Whenever she's away from her husband and young child, Liana feels a sense of dread and anxiety. - Dr. Laura: "Let your husband share your burdens." Do you struggle with leaving your child in someone else's care? 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-appointmen...

Megan's father died last week, and she's angry that her mother couldn't give him CPR, which might have saved him. - Dr. Laura: "Let your sadness motivate you to be more prepared for emergencies than your mother was." Are you CPR -trained? 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.drl...

Jean panics, cries and can't eat when she travels the world with her husband, and she'd like Dr. Laura's help to overcome this phobia. - Dr. Laura: "Hypnotherapy is a powerful way to gain a sense of control over situations that may arise." Do you have a phobia you'd like to overcome? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375...

Miriam is struggling as the mom of a 5-year-old and attributes her parenting challenges to her ADHD. - Dr. Laura: "You'll be a better mother when you stop viewing yourself as broken." Do you believe you are a good parent? 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-...

Melissa wonders how she can find peace with her decision to place her father in a retirement home. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes the best we can do is accept the sadness of a situation." Have you ever had to place a family member into senior housing against their will? 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 appo...

7-year-old Merril screams when she doesn't get her way, and she and her mom would like Dr. Laura's help with taming her temper. - Dr. Laura: "There are more effective ways to get what you want than yelling." Do you shout when you're frustrated? 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://w...

Laurie and her son are estranged since she told him she doesn't like how his fiancé and her mother to boss him around. - Dr. Laura: "You trained your son to rely on others to tell him what to do." Are you allowing someone to tell you how to live? 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:/...

Steve thinks the way he dwells on his childhood memories of deceased relatives is unhealthy and is preventing him from living in the present. - Dr. Laura: "It's your turn to create beautiful memories for your family." What's your fondest childhood memory? 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...

Shae's wife has finally had enough of his father's bad behavior, and the couple needs Dr. Laura's help with how to proceed. - Dr. Laura: "Protect your family from the behaviors you were never protected from." Do you put your spouse and children before your parents? 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 ap...

Jim says his family is being torn apart by his son who berates and antagonizes anyone who doesn't agree with him politically. - Dr. Laura: "Do not tolerate thoughtless, direct aggression." Have political differences come between you and a family member? 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 -...

Melinda would like to move on from the angry feelings she has toward her parents for the ways they have disappointed her. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes the biggest growth comes when we give up on what we cannot have." What could you let go of that would make your life happier? 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...

Katie has been married for only 6 months and worries that she's not giving her husband the respect and attention that he gives to her. - Dr. Laura: "Let your actions illustrate your love for your husband." What did you and your spouse struggle with early in marriage? 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...

15-year-old Tanner wants to hang out with girls unsupervised, but his mother refuses to give him that freedom. - Dr. Laura: "Your mom's job is to help you learn to respect females and avoid risky behaviors." Did your parents closely supervise you as a teen? 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 appointmen...

Amy is annoyed that her mother continues a close relationship with her ex-husband even though Amy has moved on and gotten remarried. - Dr. Laura: ""Fugget about it" and them!" Where does your ex fit into 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.drlaura.com/make-an-appoint...

Jennifer loves her husband and their life together but is unhappy that they never have sex due to his weight issues. - Dr. Laura: "It's harder to live without love and companionship than it is to live without sex." How important is sex to your marriage? 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 -...

Renee's husband encouraged her to pursue her dream job, but now he's pressuring her to reject the job offer. - Dr. Laura: "You have to decide if his pattern of controlling behavior is something you want to continue living with." Does your spouse support your dreams? 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...

Julie thanks Dr. Laura for the weight loss advice that has helped her whole family get healthier. - Dr. Laura: "Positive change is within your control." What changes would you like to make 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.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Find...

Carrie's relationship with her alcoholic girlfriend is over, but the worry she feels and thoughts of saving her continues. - Dr. Laura: "Holding on to unhealthy relationships helps you avoid the risk of not feeling needed." What is holding you back from finding a healthy relationship? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-37...

Trish has spent her life relying on the input of her mother and husband and, now that they have died, she's not sure how to trust her own judgement. - Dr. Laura: "No person has all the answers, only opinions." Do you trust yourself to make wise decisions? 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...

Karen's husband is a hoarder and a hypochondriac who can't hold a job and she's frustrated that hasn't been able to help him get better. - Dr. Laura: "Unravel this unhealthy dependency with psychiatric intervention." Is there something you're trying to help your spouse work on? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872...

Amanda is upset with herself for standing by her grandmother who did nothing to prevent her husband from molesting several family members. - Dr. Laura: "Some people will sacrifice their own values and well-being to stay connected to family." Have you ever overlooked someone's immoral behavior in order to keep family peace? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio...

Teresa discovered drug paraphernalia in her daughter's room, and she'd like Dr. Laura's help with how to confront her before she leaves for college. - Dr. Laura: "Regular drug testing is the price she has to pay if she wants your financial support." How would you handle your child if you discovered drugs in their room? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio prog...