Marriage

Even though we’re still in a pandemic, this has been the time of year when many kids go away to college, leaving their parents with an empty nest.  That was my situation twelve years...

Marriage

The first thing I noticed when I met my now husband was that he drove an old red car which had been out in the sun so long the hood was pink. Although it was old, it worked just fine,...

Marriage

Jill pays the bills and wants to cease paying her husband's cellphone as retaliation to his being constantly on the phone.   Dr. Laura: "Trust and vulnerability are required in a good...

Marriage

I used to think my husband was a little too harsh on our 4 children, as he would correct them on little things that I normally would have let slide.  One time I yelled for one of our...

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Despite loving his wife Steve finds himself unhappy, criticized and deprived of sex for the past 3 years.   Dr. Laura: "This is a choice of staying miserable or going into the unknown."

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I’ve known my wife since the second grade and we’ve raised three children and have fifteen grandchildren.  She is the best partner I could have had, and it’s been over forty years.  She...

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Elise wonders why she’s upset instead of happy that her alcoholic husband is gone.   Dr. Laura: "Tell the truth; 'I’m at peace but he was my partner and I miss him.'"

Marriage

Pretty early in our 43-year-marriage, we had two rules for keeping our marriage together.  The first rule was “If you don’t like the way I am doing it, then do it yourself.”  That came...

Marriage

It’s #WifeAppreciationDay the third Sunday of September. In honor of this day, we’ve pulled a Dr. Laura Call of the Day Classic: James describes how his life has changed since marrying...

Marriage

It’s #WifeAppreciationDay the third Sunday of September. In honor of this day, we’ve pulled a Dr. Laura Call of the Day Classic: Robert shares what carrying his wife over the threshold...

Marriage

Despite counseling after her husband’s affair, Julie finds herself miserable and anxious living as “roommates” in her marriage.   Dr. Laura: "You didn’t change; you just went...

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I met my wife in elementary school, and we ended up being boyfriend and girlfriend in the seventh grade.  I wasn’t ready to settle down at age 12 (a fact I still hear about 30 years...

Marriage

Two weeks ago, my husband and I called in to give you our “first kiss” story which happened at our local skating rink when we were twelve years old.  To make the call, we pulled into a...

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Rose is due to inherit a large sum of wealth but fears her husband will blow through it as he did once before.   Dr. Laura: "History repeats itself when you don’t confront it." 

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Marissa doesn’t want her husband’s alcoholic friend attending their vow renewal but worries she’s asking too much.   Dr. Laura: "A good man will never put you second to his friends." 

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Ken can’t understand why his wife declines to drive but when she’s in the passenger seat she’ll “do all the driving!”    Dr. Laura: "Back seat drivers want the power without the...

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A friend posted this on social media, and I thought it was worthy of something you would say: 

Marriage

Amanda reconnected with an old friend who is engaged to be married. However, Amanda’s husband is bothered by this because he’s a man.    Dr. Laura: "Insecure men are controlling; sadly,...

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Letty doesn’t know what to do with her husband of 25 years who’s been watching porn for 23 years of it!    Dr. Laura: "Between now and dead is THIS how you want to live?" 

Marriage

In the conclusion to this 2-part episode, Renee discovers what’s been preventing him from being closer to his wife.   Dr. Laura: "You can be loving and vulnerable and not lose your...

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Elissa feels rejected and saddened because her husband Renee can’t seem to open up to her.   Dr. Laura: "Reveal the secret to your problem in order to be happy. " 

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Nancy is in a second marriage and finding that her husband’s adult children are not fond of their Dad’s new union.    Dr. Laura: "His adult children are not required to adore...just to...

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I am a former paratrooper.  I was with the 82nd Airborne and later the Recruiting Command. I’ve been married to my wonderful wife for 20 years and she has stood by me during part of my...

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I am 45 years old, have been menopausal a few years, am still in good shape (5'5", 133 lbs) and am so fortunate to have a man who loves and appreciates me for exactly who and what I am....

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My husband and I have two sons and we recently celebrated our 35th anniversary. We have a good marriage and worked hard to take care of each other and our family. We had planned a...

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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." 

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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." 

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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: "...

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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...

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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...

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Brooke’s dream wedding has been put on hold due to the pandemic, but she’s considering a small ceremony and live streaming it to friends and family.   Dr. Laura: "Use your wedding vows...

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In this Call of the Day Classic episode, Cris's wife passed away a few years ago on Mother's Day. He finds it difficult to not cry seeing pictures of his wife around the house. But he...

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I've been happily married for 18 years, and I very much agree with what you have told several people about the importance of touch. 

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Shannon is in a second marriage where she’s encountering conflict between her husband and son.   Dr. Laura: "In a second marriage your obligation is still to protect your child." 

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Lisa and Tony’s therapist has suggested their marriage is more of an arrangement than anything else. Their effort to express more care for each other, however, hasn’t worked.   Dr. Laura:

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Augusta’s husband has voiced his unhappiness with his wife’s frequent on-again, off-again visits to her addict child.   Dr. Laura: "Come to me to get “Unwussified!!" 

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Jason’s wife is texting with a man at work because their communication has broken down.    Dr. Laura: "Tell her the truth and cry in each other's arms." 

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Mary recently lost her husband and questions if she “loved him enough.”   Dr. Laura: "You can't fix your grief with self-hate." 

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Marissa says she’s aware of the damage she’s causing her marriage by procrastinating. How can she learn to take 100 percent responsibility for her actions and end her poor behavior?     

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I have been married for 15 years.  To prevent my marriage from getting stale, even though we love each other, I always remember to consider him in everything I do (something I learned...

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I think I'm starting to get it.  My husband and I are 25 years old and have been married for almost two years, with a four-month-old daughter.  He works as a police officer and I stay...

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Dr. Laura, I married my best friend 24 years ago, but I should not have. I've heard several callers ask if they should marry a wonderful man who they love, but are not attracted to;...