Dr. Laura

Divorce

Gabrielle’s parents are divorcing...now she wonders how she can have a relationship with them both?    Dr. Laura: "Tough to negotiate as a child around divorcing parents." 

10 STUPID THINGS

Rene heard Dr. Laura’s advice to another caller of the program and realized why she's been picking bad men over the good ones.   Dr. Laura: "I was afraid of being thrown away." 

Divorce

Twenty-five years ago, I wanted to leave my failing marriage, but I had two young girls.  While he was not an addict nor physically abusive, I did ignore all the signs that he would not...

Divorce

Coming off a failed marriage, Tiffany is a wreck and doesn’t know how to get things back on the right track.   Dr. Laura: "In your case, it is the “Angel of Divorce” …" 

grandparents

I grew up in a family that seldom gave a hug.  Fortunately, I married into a family that enjoyed hugging, and I eventually became comfortable giving hugs.  Four years ago, I became a...

Divorce

Brooke divorced Jenna’s father, and because of the pandemic’s impact, Jenna is even more distanced from her daddy.    Dr. Laura: "You're right...this COVID-19 situation sucks...we have...

Bad Childhood

Moana, molested by her mother’s fourth husband, believes she's the "bad person" ...    Dr. Laura: "A Light Bulb Went Off!" 

In-Laws

Kristy’s husband is upset that she refuses to attend a family function as her in-laws believe the pandemic is “overblown” …    Dr. Laura: "This is a sacrament, not just a party." 

Marriage

Patsey is growing increasingly frustrated by her husband being unwilling to carry out the simplest of chores.   Dr. Laura: "Don't give up the good stuff." 

Marriage 101

I am 45 years old, have been menopausal a few years, am still in good shape, and am so fortunate to have a man who loves and appreciates me for exactly who and what I am. He tells me...

Family

Corry’s husband has been working far from home but has an opportunity to fix that if they move elsewhere.   Dr. Laura: "Make your husband happy!" 

Marriage 101

Here is a list of ways I keep the sizzle in my marriage:

Parenting

Tony and Louise’s teen daughter is dating a guy that they don’t like. Tony has banned him from their home but Louise fears her daughter will be angry.   Dr. Laura: "No snowflake here!" 

Marriage 101

My husband and I have been married for 11 years, and we have 2 boys.  When they were young, our sex life was practically non-existent, which was a major change from before we had...

Marriage

Susan was embarrassed after her husband revealed to friends and family her poor choice to meet with an ex-boyfriend.   Dr. Laura: "Some actions are not forgivable." 

Marriage 101

Teresa calls into the program to share how she’s kept her marriage happy while under quarantine.   Dr. Laura: "Kiss and make up!" 

Marriage

Back before COVID-19, I hosted a bridal shower for a lovely young woman I have known for many years. She chose a wonderful young man and has made great choices in her life. The guests...

Family

John is upset that his brother’s wife suggests they are “not brothers” because they have separate fathers.   Dr. Laura: "Sometimes all we have left are the good memories." 

Marriage

Both of us were able to come to this realization because we did not touch each other at all while we were dating or engaged. I When SiriusXM was offering its free trial, I signed up so...

10 STUPID THINGS

Marie can’t muster the courage to kick her shack-up honey out of her own home!   Dr. Laura: "The need for human contact sometimes short-circuits rational decisions." 

Marriage 101

Lydia shares what else her husband would bring her if swimming through “shark-infested waters” …    Dr. Laura: "This is what happens when you choose the right man." 

childhood

Young Addie is finding herself “alone and afraid” to the point of crying when it's time for bed.   Dr. Laura: "You are not alone when you hold people in your heart." 

Marriage 101

Carol’s husband has become withdrawn and is communicating with an ex-girlfriend. Carol knows he’s doing this because of the arguments between them.   Dr. Laura: "How does a nice woman...

Dating

Confident is the best word to describe how I felt when my husband proposed marriage. As an observant Jew, my husband (then my date) and I only talked and laughed.  We found out we...

In-Laws

Heather believes she’s supposed to “love everybody” but has found this quite difficult to accomplish with her mother-in-law’s behavior.    Dr. Laura: "Forget being all...

Procrastination

I never wanted to be a stay-at-home mommy. I worked for over 30 years and I thought work defined me. Then I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The symptoms got worse, my health took...

Bad Childhood

Charlie hasn’t spoken with her dad since he was found guilty of being a sex offender!    Dr. Laura: "Never embrace evil for a dream or fantasy." 

Marriage

Hi Dr. Laura, I am constantly amazed at how couples struggle in maintaining a loving relationship, yet one or both parties are always thinking of themselves rather than the spouse.  I...

In-Laws

Audra’s husband took Dr. Laura’s advice and told his mom the TRUTH! Now he and his mother are working out their differences in a much better direction.   Dr. Laura: "The truth shall set...

Marriage

In a follow-up call to Dr. Laura, Catherine seeks help “retreading the tire” to keep the hurt and anger she has with her father’s new wife from impacting her own marriage.   Dr. Laura: "...

Marriage 101

Within the past year, I discovered your " Call of the Day" podcast and now listen to it regularly.  You've helped me tremendously over the last six months.  I'm newly married and always...

10 STUPID THINGS

Brittanie has become unhappy in her career because of her inability to say “no” when warranted.    Dr. Laura: "The road to success is paved with failures." 

Marriage

Shakespeare couldn't come up with words to express how grateful I am for you.  Because of you, my three boys have a mom and a dad, still together, working to have a strong bond, and...

Bad Childhood

Iris is an only child and raised by her mom who never married. When she attempts to show her mom attention, things don’t go right between them.    Dr. Laura: "Pity lets you care without...

Procrastination

Martin never thought he would stop his procrastination. He even believed Dr. Laura had said the "lamest thing ever” until …    Dr. Laura: "Just do one thing." 

10 STUPID THINGS

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 up instead of...

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Afton’s husband is extremely unhealthy and refuses to stop smoking. With his prostate now at risk, is there anything she can do to get him to quit?   Dr. Laura: "Enjoy him while he is...

Do The Right Thing

I am a hospice chaplain, and my wife is a schoolteacher. You have been a wonderful addition to our lives. We have had many hours of listening to you for years, and your comments and...

Marriage

Monica is upset that her semi-retired husband has been spending time and money at the local bar while she’s at work.   Dr. Laura: "I don't think I can trust my husband: It's not all...

stay-at-home mom

I've been a stay-at-home mom for the past 14 years.  We have four children, ranging in age from 7 to 14.  Before this global pandemic and quarantine our lives we really busy.  Too busy,...

Marriage 101

Michelle shares how Dr. Laura saved her marriage by putting her own problems in the past and becoming accountable for her actions.   Dr. Laura: "We women DO have the benevolent power in...

Dating

Jessica is dating an actor nearly a decade older than her who’s had many past relationships.    Dr. Laura: "Make decisions on what you KNOW and not a FEELING." 

Inspiration

I wanted to share the great news that Ernie, my father, beat the coronavirus at 87 years old!!  It's been 26 days since he has been home from the hospital.  He was the first one to heal...

Parenting

In the conclusion of this 2-part episode, 14-year-old Leilani learns from Dr. Laura how to better conduct her life to avoid long-term ramifications.    Dr. Laura: "Children need to trust...

adoption

I've heard you advise private adoption to women struggling with infertility.  My husband and I have one biological daughter and one daughter through private infant adoption.  Having...

Parenting

In this 2-part episode, 14-year-old Leilani finds herself in trouble for her “combative and disrespectful” behaviors towards her parents. Listen to Part 1 …    Dr. Laura: "Children need...

Parenting

Liz’s daughter is begging her mother to be allowed to chat with friends on the social platform “Snapchat,”, but is this a good idea?    Dr. Laura: "Children need to learn to communicate...

feelings

April lives by her favorite mantra as told by Dr. Laura: “Feelings are not facts!”   Dr. Laura: "Feelings are not facts." 

In-Laws

Juli ponders if it’s important enough to have a relationship with her mother-in-law for the sake of her kids having a grandmother in their lives.   Dr. Laura: "Teach your children to...

stress

Angela is feeling the overwhelming stress of working the front lines battling the pandemic at her hospital.   Dr. Laura: "The real definition of a hero." 

stay-at-home mom

Before we were under quarantine, I was pushing my youngest child in the stroller to pick up her sister from school. While waiting, I watched and giggled as my toddler played on the...