The Dr. Laura Podcast

Stephanie didn't want to hear it but ultimately took Dr. Laura's advice and now her marriage is much better! - Dr. Laura: "Just be NICE no matter how you "feel" . . ." Have you used the Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands to your advantage? 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.d...

19-year-old Kassidy has a bad dad and doesn't know what to do about their lack of a relationship. - Dr. Laura: "Find a good replacement for what isn't good in your life." Are you dreaming about what you can't have? 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...

Sarah and her father were close before he left Sarah's mother and got involved with a new woman. Now their father/daughter relationship is a real mess. Dr. Laura: "Life is easier when you can roll with reality." Is it worth cleaning up the mess? 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://...

Lee doesn't like when her son's girlfriend visits their home because she wears skimpy clothes and sets a terrible example in front of Lee's daughter. Dr. Laura: "Politely request that she dresses more modestly in your home and around your daughter." Do you allow trash in your home? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2...

Kim's health has recently started to deteriorate, and she's feeling sorry for herself, wondering why it's happening and what she can do to cope. - Dr. Laura: "Bodies perform best when they're calm. Pray, meditate and find positive ways to distract yourself." What's your favorite way to distract yourself from worrisome thoughts? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the r...

Lynn's son died of a drug overdose, and she's not sure how to help herself and her daughter get through the pain of the loss. - Dr. Laura: "We cope better through the ugly parts of life when we're honest with ourselves." How do you handle the "ugly" parts of life with your children? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-...

Marie is unsettled by the lack of emotion she saw when confronting her 17-year-old daughter about having sex. - Dr. Laura: "If kids don't respect their parents, they'll treat their parents' values and morals disrespectfully." Are you parenting in a way that garners respect? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or m...

David is frustrated with his stepson who isn't respecting the house rules and with his wife who isn't willing to push her adult son out of the nest. - Dr. Laura: "Stepparents who try to parent stepchildren can cause a true rift." How do you handle discipline of your stepchildren? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-287...

Joe worries that his inability to cry over the tragedies he has endured signifies a problem with his personality. - Dr. Laura: "Some people sit on painful feelings out of fear of being overwhelmed by emotion." Are you a crier or stoic when dealing with stress? 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 appoint...

Even though Misty's husband admitted to seeing prostitutes throughout their marriage, she's worried about feeling lonely and losing financially if she chooses to leave him. - Dr. Laura: "It's up to you to choose the life you want between now and dead." What's something that would drive you to leave your spouse? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; cal...

When Sheila, a single mom without a support system, needed help guiding her son through a challenging period, she called Dr. Laura and got results beyond her wildest dreams. - Dr. Laura: "Help your kids leverage their talents and take them as far as they can go!" What's your child's talent or strength? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-D...

Brent has started dating again after a failed 20-year marriage, and he's worried that he doesn't know how to find “Ms. Right.” - Dr. Laura: "Finding “the one” is easier once you know what you need, want and expect from a relationship." What do you most want/need/expect from a relationship? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-8...

14-year-old Jake is traumatized since unsuccessfully performing CPR on his grandfather, and now he doesn't want to visit his grandma at her house anymore. - Dr. Laura: "Learning to move past what is painful and uncomfortable is an important part of life." How do you move past your uncomfortable feelings? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800...

Terry's grief is compounded by the guilt he feels over leaving his partner's deathbed to check on their dog and not making it back before his partner died. - Dr. Laura: "It's a blessing to be able to honor the deathbed requests of those we love." Have you ever had a request from a dying loved one? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Lau...

Kathy was molested by a close friend of her grandparents, and her anger and confusion has recently resurfaced. - Dr. Laura: "Just because someone is related, doesn't make them reliable." Has someone in your family let you down? 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/ma...

Lindsay's call to Dr. Laura about a job opportunity at her kids' school takes a turn when she reveals that she's lost the spark in her marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Bring some joy into your life in a way that fits your current reality." What could you do today to add a little spark to your marriage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura /...

Kim's daughter had a fibbing problem until Kim applied Dr. Laura's advice to lie back to her child as a way to illustrate how it feels. - Dr. Laura: "Even white lies can destroy trust between people." What's something your child has lied to you about? 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...

Brian's relationship with his brother has suffered for many years over disagreements Brian has with his brother's wife. - Dr. Laura: "People who choose to not deal with reality damage themselves." What's your relationship with your in-laws like? 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://...

Kelsey is on the outs with her friend and business partner because of a disagreement about how to run their company. - Dr. Laura: "Feelings and emotion don't belong in professional conversations." Have you ever been in business with a friend? 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...

This week, Kelly called into the program and shared what she learned from the Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands which she credits saving her marriage!! - Dr. Laura: "Learn that YOU have the power to make the change in your marriage." Are you willing to change your attitude? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands” go to > ht...

Shannon's marriage was on the verge of divorce when she started listening to Dr. Laura and learned to touch, show love and rebuild her connection with her husband. - Dr. Laura: "You have the power to rock his world and reboot his brain." Tell me when you used your power to satisfy your man!! Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husb...

After reading just a couple chapters of “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands,” Rebecca and her husband have reconnected in a powerful way. - Dr. Laura: "Guys are not complicated!" What changes has my book made in your marriage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands” go to > https://www.drlaura.com/dr-laura-book-the-prope...

Racheal is finding it difficult to be a good listener and loving wife to her husband without reacting negatively. - Dr. Laura: "Go be adorable to your husband." Are you willing to treat kindly? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands” go to > https://www.drlaura.com/dr-laura-book-the-proper-care-and-feeding-of-husbands To part...

Carol’s husband has become withdrawn and is communicating with an ex-girlfriend. Carol knows he’s doing this because of the arguments between them. - Dr. Laura: "How does a nice woman behave like a bitch wife?: She gets comfortable and feels secure." What have you done to push away your man? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husb...

Michelle shares how Dr. Laura saved her marriage by putting her own problems in the past and becoming accountable for her actions. - Dr. Laura: "We women DO have the benevolent power in our relationships." What sweet things have you done for your hubby? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com Order Dr. Laura's book: “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands” go to > https://www.drlaura.com/d...