The Dr. Laura Podcast

Violet and her friend were caught sneaking around with boys and her friend blamed the whole thing on Violet. - Dr. Laura: "Work on becoming the kind of girl who attracts higher caliber friends and the kind of daughter your parents will respect." Did your parents approve of your friends in your teen years? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-80...

Liz is dealing pretty well with a multitude of health issues, but she'd like to get an even better handle on her emotions and stop feeling sorry for herself. - Dr. Laura: "Give yourself grace when you're not feeling well." What's the theme of your pity party? 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 appointm...

Andrew is a recovering addict who is sorry about touching his stepdaughter inappropriately and wants to know how to proceed from here. - Dr. Laura: "Any action that doesn't put the welfare of the child first is the wrong action." Do you believe it's necessary to put the needs of children above your own? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-...

Vanessa dislikes a certain personality trait that she inherited from her mother and wants to make a change for the better. - Dr. Laura: "You're an adult who doesn't have to live in fear of upsetting her mother anymore." Have you felt like you were turning into your 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 ma...

Why is Valerie driven to obsessively snoop on her husband's devices looking for porn when finding it makes her so unhappy? - Dr. Laura: "You've designed a way to protect yourself and gain leverage in this relationship." Do you snoop on your 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...

May is distraught that her daughter is interested in bringing another woman into her marriage, and is worrying about the effects on her grandchildren. - Dr. Laura: "She needs to be reminded that her vows are to her marriage and she's doing the wrong thing for her family." Have you ever worried about the things your grandkids are seeing in their home? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com...

Tim and Lynn don't see their son very often and wish that their daughter-in-law's mother wouldn't join them at their family functions. - Dr. Laura: "Be gracious and recognize that the in-laws from both sides are equally important to the marital unit." Do you enjoy the company of your child's in-laws? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-...

JT and his girlfriend are tired of dealing with his mentally ill, 18-year-old daughter and are wondering if it's time for her to move out on her own. - Dr. Laura: "Help her to focus on her goals and guide her toward achieving them." What goal does your teen want to achieve that you could help with? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-La...

Jessica wants to be a part of her first grandchild's life, but she's anxious about seeing her abusive ex-husband for the first time in years at the baby shower. Dr. Laura: "The best way to ensure you're a part of your grandchild's life is to stay in the good graces of his mother." Do you have the relationship you want with your grandchildren? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To parti...

Leslie and her husband are ready to move on from traveling with their long-time friends, but what's the right way to let them know? - Dr. Laura: "You cannot constrain your life in order to avoid hurt feelings." Have you outgrown a friend relationship? 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 - ht...

It's only been a year since Jill's sister died, and she's upset that her brother-in-law is now marrying a woman he just recently met online. - Dr. Laura: "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 at: Facebook.com/DrLaura In...

Samantha's co-worker is upset that she was passed over for a promotion and is taking her anger out on Samantha who is up for the job. Dr. Laura: "Publicly encourage her to file a complaint with Human Resources." How's your relationship with your co-workers? 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...

Denise is thinking of quitting her job as a nurse now that her estranged mother took a job at the same hospital. - Dr. Laura: "Leaving a position you enjoy gives her power she doesn't deserve." To what lengths would you go to avoid a hurtful 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...

22-year-old Connor is at a loss for direction now that his girlfriend of the past 5 years has moved away. - Dr. Laura: "You're just at the beginning of figuring out who you are and where your life is headed." At what age did you figure out what you wanted your life to look like? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872...

How should Michelle respond to her mother who just confessed that she cheated on Michelle's father? - Dr. Laura: "You are her child, not her friend. Don't let her burden you with her drama." What do you wish your parents would refrain from sharing with you? 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...

In part 2 of this call, Allison continues to explore with Dr. Laura how her childhood could have led to her interest in being “the other woman” in a threesome. - Dr. Laura: "Negative childhood experiences can drive poor decision making in adulthood." What's something you'd like to change about your current approach to love? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio...

Allison says she is sad and having a hard time moving on after breaking off a three-way love affair. - Dr. Laura: "You've successfully avoided the risk of a one-on-one relationship." Have you ever been involved in a love triangle? 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...

8-year-old Hinley is being pressured by her biological father's side of the family to stop calling her stepfather "dad." - Dr. Laura: "The man who is fathering you has earned the honor of being called 'dad.'" Do you have an especially close relationship with a step-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 ma...

Nancy and Henry disappointed that their older son isn't making the effort to fly across country to attend the marriage celebration of their younger son. - Dr. Laura: "Don't confuse your longing for the whole family to be together with disappointment in your son." Do you live near your adult children? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-...

Jo's sister is a mess and needs support, but caring for her sister will take Jo's time and attention away from her husband. - Dr. Laura: "Vows are taken with your spouse, not your family." Have you ever put your family's needs over your spouse's? 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:/...

Heather thinks her supervisor is being unfair by not granting her time off request, especially given how instrumental Heather has been to the company's success. - Dr. Laura: "Professionally but bluntly put forth your demands, and be willing to quit if they are not met." Are you happy with your employer? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-...

After years of helping her daughter deal with her significant health issues, Debbie is depressed that her daughter has moved out of her home and no longer wants her mom's help. - Dr. Laura: "Some things can only be endured." What's your relationship with your adult child like? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 o...

Joyce is happily married, but confused as to how she contracted HPV. - Dr. Laura: "It's time to calmly discuss the facts and next steps." What would you do if you contracted an STD while in a monogamous relationship? 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-appoi...

Bill and Gertie are looking forward to retirement but aren't to also be taking care of Gertie's mom who was abusive during much of her life. - Dr. Laura: "This is your time to be happy, so don't dwell on the misery of your past." How has your happy marriage helped you cope with a painful past? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura /...

Nikoly isn't sure how to improve his relationship with his adoptive mother who has a lot of problems and causes chaos in Nikoly's life. - Dr. Laura: "Let go of her and hold on to your grandparents." Is there someone besides a parent you can turn to for love and support? 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...