The Dr. Laura Podcast

Michelle says her parents are unsupportive of her even though she's just left an abusive marriage with a newborn. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes parents get burnt out being in the middle of their children's chaos." Are your parents happy with the way you're living 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 appo...

Bob says he was a confused teenager from a broken home when he was sexually abused by an older man, and he wonders if therapy might help him overcome his anger. - Dr. Laura: "Some victims incorrectly believe they allowed the abuse to happen." Has therapy ever helped you achieve your goals? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-8...

Mandy wonders whether her husband’s discontent about to-do lists is a valid response. - Dr. Laura: "Honey to-do lists aren’t the same things as asking politely for something to be done." What are kind ways you ask your spouse to help 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 appointment - https://www.drl...

Sally contends with her and her husband’s uncertain financial future and his sudden plans to retire. - Dr. Laura: "Being pissy without a game plan is not useful." How have you mobilized yourself in times of hardship? 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...

Linda has lost all respect for her friend of 35 years, but is afraid of letting her know that she's ready to end their relationship. - Dr. Laura: "Be courageous and do what needs to be done." Have you ever held onto a friendship that you should have walked away from? 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...

McKenzie doesn't understand how her husband could agree to leave her at home to go on a trip with his mother and brother. - Dr. Laura: "Don't expect strength of character from a weak man." Does your spouse put you or their parents first? 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.drla...

19-year-old Aspen is nervous about her upcoming mission trip and says she can think of lots of reasons she should not go. - Dr. Laura: "Pushing past your fears will help you grow into the woman you're meant to be." What were you afraid to do when you were 19? 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...

Melanie is distraught that her fiancé cancelled their wedding plans, even though he was showing signs of not being good marriage material himself. - Dr. Laura: "Be grateful that you dodged a bullet!" What bullets have you dodged in 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.drla...

The abuse and neglect Harry's mom inflicted is causing nightmares even though he severed the relationship and thought he had moved on. - Dr. Laura: "The pain you bury can rear its head into your dreams." What issues have popped up through 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 appointment - ht...

Siblings Jade and Michael fear losing their father if they tell him about their step-mother’s sexually inappropriate behavior. - Dr. Laura: "You cannot be like your father and not look at things because they’re unpleasant." How have you dealt with the pain of parental alienation? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-287...

Amaya says she's ready to “right the ship” after doing several of the 10 stupid things Dr. Laura warned would mess up her life. - Dr. Laura: "Make guiding your girls into adulthood the primary focus of your life." Have you done any of the "10 Stupid Things" Dr. Laura warns about in her books? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura /...

Charlie struggles to let go of her mother, despite the price of abuse. - Dr. Laura: "When you finally understand the truth, it’s so simple." What hard truth did you have to accept that ended up being more straightforward in hindsight? 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...

Lindsey says her father is now treating her three children in the same emotionally abusive way he treated her as a child, and she wants to put an end to it. - Dr. Laura: "Now is your chance to show the strength your own mother could not." Would you have the backbone to protect your children from your own father? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; ca...

Amy and Jason ask Dr. Laura how best to guide their young daughter away from making some of the mistakes that her female relatives have made. - Dr. Laura: "Teach your daughter acceptable behavior while giving her room to learn on her own." What's the best advice you received growing up? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-...

Kevin's wondering how he should handle Mother's Day and other holidays when it comes to his ex-wife and their children. - Dr. Laura: "Your obligation to raise considerate kids who stay connected to their mom doesn't end after you've divorced her." Is your relationship with your ex amicable or difficult? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-...

Twenty-two-year-old Jen struggles to move on from her heartbreak and disappointment over a potential engagement. - Dr. Laura: "You need to go through this so that you know you can survive this in the future." What would you like to tell your younger self while going through adolescent heartbreak? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laur...

Megan says she's angry that her husband is so busy with work and outside interests while she's the one primarily at home with the kids. - Dr. Laura: "Couples must make time to be husband, wife and family." Do you and your spouse make time to enjoy life together? 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...

After taking Dr. Laura's advice to enjoy the process of being creative, Ashley says she has been less critical and happier while taking time for herself. Dr. Laura: "Squeeze as much joy from life as possible." Do you feel guilty taking time for yourself? 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 -...

Ashley's therapist suggested she return to art as a way to help relieve her depression, but she's not satisfied with the results of the artwork or her mental state. - Dr. Laura: "The goal of art is joy, not perfection." What tools do you use to help improve your mood? 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...

Audra didn't divorce her husband after discovering his affair, but she fears her negative feeling aren't going to end. - Dr. Laura: "Every decision comes with a price." Could you continue to stay married to a cheating 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...

Mike calls to thank Dr. Laura for helping people see that everything worth having in life is worth the work it takes to achieve it. - Dr. Laura: "Practical advice is the best advice." Are you willing to put in the hard work necessary for achieving 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 appoint...

After a nasty falling out between Ann's family and her daughter's mother-in-law, she wonders how she can best help her daughter and son-in-law. - Dr. Laura: "Be the place they can turn to escape complexity and negativity." How is your relationship with your grown children and their spouses? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-...

Jackie is frustrated with her primary care doctor who's pushing her to take anti-depressants while she grieves her deceased husband. - Dr. Laura: "Informing your doctor that you're sad, not depressed, will help her avoid future misdiagnoses." Do you know the difference between profound sadness and depression? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call...

Coliese questions her choice to keep tracking her adult children’s locations to calm her worries. - Dr. Laura: "You don’t need surveillance for your adult children to know you love them." What do you think separates a protective versus controlling 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...

Lisa’s concerned by her husband’s anger after being contacted by a reporter about his sister’s murder. - Dr. Laura: "This is about bringing up his own pain of growing up with violence." How do you support your spouse when you see them hurting? 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://ww...