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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 2667
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
My Uncle Died, and I Didn't Like Him
Gibran is estranged from his family over his alcoholic uncle who just died, and he's wondering the best way to express his condolence given the strained situation. - Dr. Laura: "You can show compassi…
You Helped Me Dump a Mean “Friend”
Carol calls Dr. Laura to let her know how her advice to another caller helped Carol walk away from a negative relationship. - Dr. Laura: "You don't have to keep hurtful people in your life."
What kind…
How Do I Tell My Husband I'm Burned Out?
Robin has an 8-year-old, a job, plus takes care of the family farm and doesn't know how to talk to her husband about how drained and unhappy she is. - Dr. Laura: "Husbands want their wives to have th…
Should I Tell My Kids the Truth?
Mark was raised by his grandparents and wonders how to explain to his children that their aunt is really Mark's birth mother. Dr. Laura: "Teach your kids that human connectivity is about bonding, not…
My Girlfriend's Family Doesn't Like Me
Anthony is trying to get closer to his girlfriend's parents, but they don't seem interested in getting to know him. Dr. Laura: "Don't underestimate the significance of extended family in a marriage."
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Home Buying is Hurting Our Marriage
Trey and Sara sharply disagree on almost everything when it comes to purchasing a new home for their family of four. - Dr. Laura: "Great marriages involve self-sacrifice, compromise and a desire to s…
My Family is Disappointed in Me
Kavita's brother and father say she didn't set her nephew up in a grand enough way when she helped him move into his college dorm. Dr. Laura: "Unreasonable people cannot be made happy."
Do you ever wa…
I Feel Inadequate in My Relationship
Sasha struggles with depression, and it makes her feel like she's not good enough for the "together" guy she's dating. - Dr. Laura: "Focus on being the best version of yourself."
Are you truly certain…
I Never Finish What I Start
Patti wonders if her childhood struggle with dyslexia is the reason she never finishes the projects she starts. - Dr. Laura: "The first step to success is figuring out which way you learn best."
Are y…
My Husband Wants to Live with His Mom
Sadie's husband wants to move his mother into their home against Sadie's wishes. - Dr. Laura: "Give up the bad so you can pursue something good."
Does your spouse ever commit acts without your input? …
How Can I Communicate with My Mother-in-Law?
Tammy says her mother-in-law is difficult to get along with and that trying to discuss their differences with her only makes things worse. - Dr. Laura: "Thank your husband for being a real man who ca…
My Grandmother Has 24 Hours to Live
Mary Kate is apprehensive about saying good-bye to her grandmother during her last hours on hospice. - Dr. Laura: "Being thanked for beautiful memories and told you are loved is an incredible gift."
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I'm in Pain
Alex wants help moving forward from the grief he feels from the loss of his parrot. - Dr. Laura: "Emotional pain is a natural response to losing something of value."
How did you handle your sadness lo…
My Husband is Demanding a Cat!
Robin says her husband is obsessed with the idea of getting a cat even though everyone else in their family hates cats. - Dr. Laura: "Don't deny your husband his desire because you don't share it."
Ar…
My Son is Rushing Into Marriage
Josh is not sure what to say to his 19-year-old son who recently moved away with the military and now wants to marry a girl he met on a dating app. - Dr. Laura: "Parents should bluntly lay out the tr…
Should I Go Back to School?
Katie will be a college sophomore this fall if she goes back to school, but she's reluctant since becoming comfortable at home during the shutdown. - Dr. Laura: "Facing life's challenges is how you g…
Am I Overstepping Boundaries?
Joe's married son is asking him to call just once a week for 15 minutes instead of every day as he has been doing. - Dr. Laura: "Be proud that you've raised a son who doesn't share your insecurities.…
My Husband is Mean to Me
Al's husband treats him poorly, and he doesn't understand why he is putting up with it. - Dr. Laura: "Instead of dwelling on yesterday, move forward to a better tomorrow."
Have your own self-doubts ca…
I Want to Protect My Daughter
Christine is worried about her daughter who recently broke off her engagement and found a new man online that she wants to shack-up with. - Dr. Laura: "We only have control of our side of the fence."
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Should My Son Repeat a Grade?
Stacey and her husband's disagreement over whether their son should repeat the 4th grade is causing a lot of stress in their marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes getting your way takes making a deal the…