Dr. Laura

Parenting

I am one of five kids, and when we were growing up, we all had clean clothes to wear and three home-cooked meals to eat every day. It was only when I went off to college that I realized...

10 STUPID THINGS

Elizabeth is having a hard time with her recent breakup and worries that she'll never meet someone she likes as much.   Dr. Laura: "You can be better, and you can have better."

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Cathy needs help for her mother who is in a semi-comatose state, but she fears both assisted living and in-home care due to COVID-19.   Dr. Laura: "She needs the best professional care,...

Inspiration

I’ve been listening to you since the early 90s, when I was young. Recently, I heard you say that feminists would get mad at you for certain things you say about women and how you advise...

10 STUPID THINGS

Jay is in recovery from a meth habit, recently out of a shacked-up relationship and scared of what the future holds.   Dr. Laura: "Finding productive ways to fill time will help you...

Dating

When I was younger, instead of the online dating scene, we had the “bar scene.” I remember each birthday that I was single, from age 26 to 30. I tried meeting guys at the bar, but I...

Divorce

Brooke told herself that she would leave her cheating husband once her kids were grown and out of the house, but now she's scared to make the change.   Dr. Laura: "If you let scary stop...

10 STUPID THINGS

Gina fears that her boyfriend of six years is never going to marry her.   Dr. Laura: "Change the course of your life by changing your feelings of unworthiness into self-compassion."

Family

Donna's family often joked that she was “the milkman's daughter” and other hurtful comments about being unplanned, and the hurt she felt continues to negatively impact her relationships.

Marriage

Laura calls back to update Dr. Laura on how her advice turned Laura's marriage around.   Dr. Laura: "You gave your husband the opportunity to express himself without anger."

GRIEF

My mother died suddenly last year on my husband’s birthday, and I’m now the oldest living female on my mother’s side. Despite several health issues, my mother was an avid runner, and...

10 STUPID THINGS

When he gets uncomfortable in relationships, Patrick lashes out and pushes people away instead of dealing with the issues at hand.   Dr. Laura: "Let's not waste more time protecting...

YouTube

Thanks to you, my inbox has been raining photos of cats and dogs for the past week!  I’m sharing back with you this slideshow of your beloved pets.  They all look so happy and...

Do The Right Thing

My husband and I recently celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary. We have three children – 13, 11, and 7 – and we encourage them to make handmade gifts for birthdays and other events....

Parenting

When Jonathan called a few weeks ago about his kids' fighting, Dr. Laura suggested that his competitive marriage was fueling the sibling rivalry. Now Jonathan wants to know the “next...

Marriage

Christine's husband doesn't like to socialize and pressures her and their children to stay away from friends and family.   Dr. Laura: "Your children need the contact and connection with...

stay-at-home mom

Shannon, a mom of four, struggles to work 12-hour shifts as a part-time nurse, but fears being criticized for quitting in order to stay home with her children.   Dr. Laura: "What others...

Parenting

This is a lovely poem from Tova:   My child has a mom Because I decided long ago That I'd be there to raise her I'd be there to watch her grow

10 STUPID THINGS

Days after Sarah's knee surgery her mother asked her to dog-sit. Now Sarah is mad at her mom for asking and even more mad at herself for not having the backbone to say no.   Dr. Laura: "...

Family

One morning recently, I staggered out to the kitchen for my coffee and saw a note on the counter. It was in my husband’s handwriting and my first thought was “He sneaked off to the...

feelings

Victoria is 22 and having sex with a guy without a commitment or the confidence that he really cares about her.   Dr. Laura: "Victoria is 22 and having sex with a guy without a...

feelings

Maryann is in her late 50s and would like to find a partner, but feels the men she is meeting expect her to jump into bed.   Dr. Laura: "No matter their age, men don't respect that which...

childhood

13-year-old Bella's father drove her and her sister while high on pain killers, and now she is afraid to ride in the car with him.   Dr. Laura: "Stay strong when it comes to protecting...

Parenting

Jen's bad childhood resulted in her being emotionally abusive to her own daughter, and now she's unsure how to handle her daughter's anger.   Dr. Laura: "Take full responsibility for her...

Parenting

My brother was asleep on our couch, and my husband and I were sprawled out on our living room carpet watching TV while our newborn lay between us. We freaked when we looked down at our...

childhood

10-year-old Sophia has been assigned to work with a classmate who doesn't pull her weight when it comes to group assignments.   Dr. Laura: "Some people are motivated to help when they...

YouTube

I have sad news to share. Bebe, my beloved perfect miniature poodle, passed away this week. She was a treasure to me, my family and all of my friends. She loved to hike the hills, chase...

Parenting

Beyond typical personality quirks, I believe the breakdown of the family is largely to blame for the entitlement problems of young adults today. They need to be responsible,...

Family

Matthew wants to spend more time with his cousin, but she's not reciprocating.   Dr. Laura: "Spend time with people who will invest in you."

Parenting

After calling Dr. Laura about her 23-year-old daughter's plans to shack up with her new boyfriend, Donna shares the text she crafted with Dr. Laura's help...

In-Laws

Jennifer argues with her husband about his mother and sister who recently moved too close for Jennifer's comfort.   Dr. Laura: "Show your husband respect by letting him have his own...

childhood

8-year-old Parker is having a hard time focusing on his schoolwork now that everything is online.   Dr. Laura: "Kids cannot be expected to perform like robots."

Relationships

Back when my fiancé and I were dating, I told him I loved him. He said, "Thank you," and that he cared about me more than anyone else, but he couldn't say it back right then. He said,...

Family

Catalina's identity has revolved around being her mother's caregiver, and now her older sister is seeking Catalina's support.   Dr. Laura: "The courage to break your old patterns has to...

Marriage

When my now-husband and I got engaged (but were living 12 hours apart until I finished my last year of college), I was driving a car that was on its last tire! My incredible man...

stay-at-home mom

Katie and her husband just moved cross-country for her PhD program, but she's starting to get the baby bug and knows she wants to stay home with any children she may have.   Dr. Laura: ...

Confrontation

Jen's mom told her she should “honor thy father and mother” instead of listening to Dr. Laura.   Dr. Laura: "Honoring does not mean tolerating abuse."

Parenting

Ellie and her brother are competitive and fight a lot, and she and her dad call in to ask Dr. Laura for help.   Dr. Laura: "Your children are mimicking your competitive marriage."

stay-at-home mom

When she was laid off, Brittany was pregnant with a young son at home, and she knew it was a blessing in disguise because of Dr. Laura's advice.   Dr. Laura: "It was time to take your...

Relationships

My mother passed away three years ago. She and my dad had been married for 57 years, and I was deeply concerned for my father. I stayed in close contact with him, calling him daily and...

Family

Bobby is irate that his brother gossiped to a neighbor about Bobby losing his business and his house during the shutdown.   Dr. Laura: "You're transforming your grief into anger."

Career

At 15, I was a year too young to get hired at most jobs, but I was desperate to have a job and prove myself. I wanted to be a veterinarian at the time and a new vet was opening up a few...

10 STUPID THINGS

Jackie feels child-like, stuck and depressed because she needs her parents' approval over everything from what clothes she should wear to what career she should pursue.   Dr. Laura: ...

Family

When I was 13, I called you to ask if I should live with my alcoholic mother. She had told me that if I left my Dad in California, she would stop drinking. She also told me she would...

GRIEF

Joan took care of her 92-year-old mother, and since her mother's death, Joan's daily routine has turned upside down.   Dr. Laura: "In time you'll adjust to the new rhythm of your life."

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

When you’re upset, one of the things that probably makes you very angry is when someone says, “Stay positive,” or, “Look on the bright side.” It’s annoying and the last thing you want...

10 STUPID THINGS

Suza is “pissed off” at the main men in her life and can't stop going over the pain in her mind.   Dr. Laura: "You don't have to FORGIVE in order to LET GO."

Parenting

I was a strong-willed teenager, and I am so thankful my parents chose to parent me instead of trying to be my friend. I grew up very privileged with nice things, and I went through a...

Career

Aaron has become disenchanted with his career as a police officer, and his work stress prevents him from being the husband his wife deserves and the father his three young children need.

Marriage

Marriage is a marathon, not a sprint. And it’s a race that needs practice! My husband and I are married for nine years this month. We have a great marriage and had fallen into a...

Friendship

Jeffrey's friends are snowflakes who have no responsibility or goals, and he's ready to move on from them.   Dr. Laura: "Don't confront, just disconnect.