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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 2667
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
P.C.F.H. Week: I Was On The Verge Of Divorce
Tracy was going to leave her husband, who has suffered from depression, until she heard the words of Dr. Laura!! - Dr. Laura: "Instead of being mad...give him a hug."
How close were you to a divorce? …
P.C.F.H. Week: Flash Your Husband To End An Argument
Noelle shared Dr. Laura’s classic advice “show your boobs to end an argument” with her church group! THIS IS A MUST LISTEN!! - Dr. Laura: "A religious study group repeated my "flash your boobs" to e…
P.C.F.H. Week: The Proper Care & Feeding of Husbands Works!
Longtime listener Kristy shares how Dr. Laura’s message to women has helped in her own marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Understanding the past can help you respect your present."
Have you read my book to save …
I've Been a Bratty Wife
Because of something Andrea heard on the Dr. Laura show, she realizes she hasn't been the type of wife a husband wants to come home to ... - Dr. Laura: "Husbands need to be shown appreciation."
How do…
I Don't Feel Like a Priority
Jerica gets upset when her husband doesn't answer his phone or call right back when Jerica calls to check in with him. - Dr. Laura: "The more loving you are, the more giving he will be."
How often eac…
I Want to Break Away from This Unhealthy Relationship
Laura made a poor choice in a man and would like to make sure she doesn't ever go back to the relationship. - Dr. Laura: "Let intellect, not emotion, influence your decisions."
Are you driven more by …
I'm Overwhelmed by Life!
Elizabeth is proud that she found a way to turn her mood around even though her problems haven't gone away. - Dr. Laura: "There's always something to be grateful for."
Are there days when you can't tu…
Am I Doing The Right Thing?
Evan is thinking of making a career change that will reduce his pay by half but will give him more time with his family. - Dr. Laura: "The bumps in the road can make the journey more fun."
What priori…
Should I Get Involved?
Kim's husband is pushing her to try to help work out the problems between her mother and brother, but Kim's not sure it's the right thing to do. - Dr. Laura: "Not every problem can be fixed."
Would yo…
I See the Error of My Ways
Terri calls back to share the epiphany she had after speaking with Dr. Laura about her dead sister. - Dr. Laura: "Make the most of second chances."
What was your "aha" moment? Email me your thoughts a…
My Sister Didn't Tell Me She Was Sick
Terri had no idea that her sister was deathly ill with COVID and is sad that no one in her family told her until after her sister died. - Dr. Laura: "Life is short. Mend your fences."
Have you been ke…
I Messed Up
Caylee's family is upset with her because she didn't put in the effort to see or stay in touch with her grandmother before she died. - Dr. Laura: "Some mistakes teach valuable lessons."
Have you faile…
I'm So Grateful for You!
Whitney calls with an emotional update on her marriage since taking Dr. Laura's advice. - Dr. Laura: "Men are straight lines…women are curlicues!"
What bit of Dr. Laura wisdom has helped you? Email me…
My Dad Never Wanted Me
Elizabeth's father hasn't been supportive, involved or loving, and she feels pretty bad about herself as a result. - Dr. Laura: "You cannot count on selfish people to behave in lovable ways."
Has self…
Life Has Taken a Dump on Me
21-year-old Nick feels depressed since dealing with his mom's substance abuse issues and his father's health issues. - Dr. Laura: "Let go of yesterday. Don't try to control tomorrow. Enjoy today."
How…
We Argue Over House Rules
19-year-old Abby is resisting her parents' rules and expectations now that she's a college student. - Dr. Laura: "The person with the responsibility has the power."
What family rules did you want to b…
I'm Devastated By My Family's Lack of Support
Marcy sent a group text to her siblings about the physical abuse she endured as a child, and many of her family members are mad at her now. - Dr. Laura: "Don't fret over people who are upset by truth…
I'm Consumed By Self-Doubt
Linda is in her 60s and says her fear of making mistakes has prevented her from enjoying life. - Dr. Laura: "Fix your mistakes and move forward."
Do you fear your mistakes, or do you accept them as li…
I Let My Mom Go Like a Balloon
Kaily updates Dr. Laura on how blocking her addict mother's phone calls has changed her life. - Dr. Laura: "The less drama you have, the lighter you feel."
How has reducing drama in your life made yo…
I Want to Dump My In-Laws
Jennifer wants to end her relationship with her in-laws because they don't respect how she and her husband parent. - Dr. Laura: "Trust your instincts when it comes to avoiding negative people and inf…