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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 2667
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
I Don't Want to Burden My Husband
Amy's husband is fighting stage 4 cancer and says she's overwhelmed but doesn't want to burden him with her chaotic thoughts. - Dr. Laura: "Lean on your friends when necessary and on your husband whe…
My Childhood Molestation is Hurting My Marriage
Elizabeth was molested as a child and says the damage she feels from that continues to haunt her 21 years into her marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Slowly but consciously reclaim control over your sexuality."
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What's the Secret to Making My Wife Happy?
Garrett is frustrated that no matter what he tries, he can't get the connection and intimacy he wants with his wife. - Dr. Laura: "Rebuild your connection by giving tenderness without expecting it to…
My Daughters Are Mimicking My Bad Behavior
Susan says she's concerned that her daughters are bickering and arguing because that's what they see their parents doing. - Dr. Laura: "It's more satisfying to be loved than perceived to be right."
Wh…
Politics is Coming Between My Father and Me
Terry says her father constantly confronts her with political talk despite asking him repeatedly not to. - Dr. Laura: "Turn around and leave each time dad does what you specifically ask him not to."
W…
Are Emotions Overshadowing My Judgment?
In this classic episode, Gerald is 27-years-old and thinking of moving in with his girlfriend, but is unsure if this is right to do. - Dr. Laura: "Don't rob yourself of a blessed memory by shacking u…
My Kids Won't Let the Past Go
Lynn wishes her adult children would stop bringing up stories of the “dark days” when their parents' fought all the time. - Dr. Laura: "Listening and apologizing is the way to make amends for the pai…
My Teen is Hungry for Attention
Heather needs Dr. Laura's advice for how to guide her daughter out of the destructive behavior of posting provocative pictures on social media. - Dr. Laura: "Encourage your daughter to promote her ta…
Why Doesn't Our Dad Care About Us?
Sophia and Alejandro were never told the truth about their parents' divorce, and they don't understand why their dad doesn't spend more time with them. - Dr. Laura: "Understanding the truth about the…
My Childhood Molestation is Hurting My Marriage
Kristin was sexually abused by her father when she was 8 years old, and she says that she's taken back to that night each time her husband wants to touch her. - Dr. Laura: "You were powerless as a ch…
My Cancer Scars Are Holding Me Back
Tara is nervous about dating and worried that her breast cancer scars are going to be a turnoff to men. - Dr. Laura: "Reject any man who can't appreciate the triumph your scars represent."
What fears …
Self-Doubt is Interfering With My Job
Shawn is overweight and feels out of place in his job as an executive because his colleagues are typically attractive. - Dr. Laura: "Be proud that your success is based fully on your talent and abili…
Everything Distracts Me From Studying
Alissa is a nursing school student who can't figure out how to get back to the self-discipline she had before the pandemic. - Dr. Laura: "The height of responsibility is to accomplish what needs to b…
How Do You Move On When You've Lost The Love Of Your Life?
In this classic episode...ever since his wife died from cancer, Steven has been struggling to pick up the pieces and move forward with his life. What is he doing wrong? - Dr. Laura: ""You are never g…
My Son is a Naysayer
Is Sarah's only child truly not interested in trying new activities, or is he reluctant because he fears disappointing his father? - Dr. Laura: "Your approval is your child's greatest desire."
How do …
My Boss Nitpicks Me
How can Melina respond to her new supervisor who constantly micromanages her and criticizes her work? - Dr. Laura: "Don't be upset with somebody who is motivated to help you do better."
How do you han…
Long-Distance Love Isn't So Great
Hayley is a college sophomore with a long-distance boyfriend, and she's starting to realize that she's not fully enjoying life as a co-ed. - Dr. Laura: "Live in the moment."
How did your long-distance…
How Do I Stay Strong In My Decision?
Lauren cut her father out of her life, but sometimes feels unhappy and unsure about her decision. - Dr. Laura: "Doing the right thing doesn't necessarily feel good."
Have you ever walked away from a r…
My Mom Can't Cope with How My Sister Died
How can Diane help her mother recognize that taking her sister off life support was necessary and not a mistake? - Dr. Laura: "Hug your mom and say, “I miss her too.”
Do you feel you made a mistake? E…
PCFM Week: I'm an Obnoxious Know-It-All
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Lisa's husband is annoyed by her constant need to correct him and always be right. - Dr. Laura: "No one was ever loved for being right."
Are you being a n…