"A good marriage requires partnership. If the lady of your dreams has never been out on her own earning money, taking care of responsibilities, being independent, she doesn't bring much understanding, experience and competence to the partnership... So, if she's never moved out of her parents' home, or she has been shacking up with one guy after another...forget it. She needs to be competent and self sufficient enough to get out of her own castle - or she won't be any good as your partner" -- excerpt from "10 Stupid Things Men do to Mess Up Their Lives" (p.172)

	In this book, Dr. Laura focuses on how men and women need to understand and appreciate the uniqueness of masculinity and feminity; what the best way to relate, caretake, and nurture each other are; and how to bring a marriage back from the brink of disaster. (A great wedding shower or anniversary gift) Millions of American women who thought they knew about what men feel and need had their eyes opened wider by reading this book. Some of the most self-described "feminist" women have written Dr Laura with gratitude, because they are now happier in their marriages - - and it was all attitude. (A great wedding shower or anniversary gift) This companion book to The Proper Care & Feeding of Husbands is part journal and part book. There are questions to ponder, to ask your spouse, and for men to contribute also. The intent of this book is to reawaken females into the beauty and power of being a woman. (A great wedding shower or anniversary gift)
	Dr. Laura agrees that there are things worth whining about. A certain amount of whining allows for venting of reasonable pain, disappointment, fear, frustration, or rage. However, staying stuck in whining mode can become lifelong problem. Stop Whining, Start Living gives readers the jump start they need to break out of reactive mode and get proactive, moving in the direction of a joyful, meaningful, fulfilling, and purposeful future. Everyone can use a kick in the pants sometimes, and Dr. Laura is here to deliver it! (A great gift for no occasion...just for caring) It is sad that so many folks are embarrassed, ashamed, or afraid to face the impact of their childhood experiences because they could be so much more at peace and happier with their lives now. This is an important read, if only to discover things you've been denying or to understand the behaviors of your spouse, children, and friends. This book will bring you to a state of more joy and accomplishment in your life. (A great gift for no occasion...just for caring)
	A perfect gift for the young woman in your life (age 15 is not too early) this book provides a compass to navigate through the challenges from within and without. This terrific book helps women of all ages to understand their emotional motivations and drives, and use them to their best, most satisfying, advantage -- as well as helping them to avoid typical pitfalls. (Give as a graduation gift from High School or College) A perfect gift for the young man in your life (age 15 is not too early) this book provides a compass to navigate through the challenges from within and without. This terrific book helps men of all ages to understand their emotional motivations and drives, and use them to their best, most satisfying, advantage -- as well as helping them to avoid typical pitfalls. (Give as a graduation gift from High School or College) Before and during your relationship/marriage, this is a must read for an honest assessment of yourself, your partner, extended family issues, and more. There are chapters on Stupid Divorcing as well as Stupid MisMatch. (A great wedding shower or anniversary gift) Dr. Laura wants to save you parents from regrets and pains with respect to raising your children. This book will support your inner moral voice, which says: "I need to be there with my child and I need to do the best by my child." She covers everything from bio-fertility, adoption and day-care, to teenage angst and more.
	There is never a day when you're not called to make a decision which scares, worries, or confuses you. This incredible book will help you understand how to make important decisions, how to negotiate your emotions with practicalities, and will help you focus in on 'the right thing to do,' as well as give you the courage and support to do it. (Give as a graduation gift from High School or College) Most everyone has heard of the Ten Commandments and believes they are God's intentions for us...but, frankly, few really understand the depth of what they mean. This fascinating analysis, with tons of everyday examples, will give you a deeper understanding of the Commandments, and how considering them in your everyday life will make your life lovelier, happier, and stronger. (A great any - occasion gift)