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The Dr. Laura Podcast
My Call of the Day is now “The Dr. Laura Podcast” - Dr. Laura is in. Every day. No charge. I’m sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you’ll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It’s the free therapy you need! Download “The Dr. Laura Podcast” at DrLaura.com, the SiriusXM app…
Episodes
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I've Messed Up. Now I'm Mad.
April admits that she was a bad wife, but she's still angry that her husband turned to another woman. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastOvercoming Life's Challenges
Something happens to human beings on an emotional level when we experience a lot of miserable defeats. You can start to feel stuck in a situation that you’re…
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Should I Dump My "Take Charge" Man?
Ally initially liked that her boyfriend was the take-charge type, but now she realizes that he's actually just controlling. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Stay Out of It
Lisa thinks her 21-year-old nephew is in an abusive relationship with his mother. What can she do to help him break free? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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I've Been Usurped by My Sister
Liz was always the person her siblings turned to for help and advice until their mother died and her sister proclaimed herself the "matriarch." Call…
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A Woman Is More Than the Sum of Her Parts
Mary's friends think she'll feel like less of a woman if she goes through with her planned mastectomy. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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She Deserves the Truth
Should John tell his wife that he isn't looking forward to retirement because he doesn't want to spend more time with her? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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You Can't Rationalize With an Irrational Person
Katie's attempts to have discussions with her mentally ill and drug-addicted sister aren't going well. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Owen is Stuck in Emotional Quicksand
After a failed marriage, Owen's long-term relationship has also disintegrated and he's feeling stuck in his pain and anger. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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A Patriarch Is a Role Model
Bob is in his late 60s and wants Dr. Laura's take on what it means to shack up at his age. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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I'm Full of Rage
Ashley's anger over being neglected as a child has followed her into adulthood. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
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The Problem With Mama's Boys
What do you do when the “other woman” in your marriage is your mother-in-law? Let me tell you, it’s very hard to compete with your husband’s mommy, which is…
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Some Things Are Sad, But Necessary
Jonathan sometimes feels sad that he's had to distance himself from his deceitful and malicious family. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Ruby Needs an Attitude Adjustment
Ruby's husband gave her the financial security she was seeking 32 years ago, but she hasn't been satisfied with their marriage otherwise. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Controlling My Food Makes Me Feel In Control
Carla's decades-long problem with anorexia has taken a turn for the worse, and she wonders if there's any chance she can overcome it. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Should Shack-ups Go on Family Vacation?
Jackie doesn't want to allow her daughter's shack up honey on their family vacation but worries that standing up for her values will drive her daughter away…
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Some People Are "Relatives" More Than "Family"
Cathleen is over the way her sisters criticize her and complain that she's not a good enough sister to them. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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I Want to Cancel My Plans
Lori doesn't think she'll have much fun at her friend's son's wedding and wants Dr. Laura's opinion on changing her RSVP. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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Death Has Divided My Family
Gavyn feels caught between family members who want more from his grandpa's estate and his mother, who is the executor of her father's will. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA…
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I'm On the Edge Since Losing My Son
The tragic death of her son has left Cody feeling anxious, angry and on the verge of losing her temper with her daughter-in-law. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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I Need a Wakeup Call
Taryn wants a Dr. Laura-style smack to the head to help ensure she doesn't go back to her lying, cheating boyfriend. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Coping with a Loved One's Suicide
One of the most horrifying things that happened to me as a psychotherapist was when I was helping a particular married couple ... Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Is My Husband Superficial?
Jeri worries that there's something wrong with her husband who has never cried about his mother's suicide. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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I'm Walking on Eggshells
Rose's youngest daughter is so emotional after her miscarriage that Rose feels bad about celebrating her other daughter's pregnancy. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Friend Betrayed Me
What's the best way for Lisa to approach the woman who bad-mouthed her to their mutual friend? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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She's Lost That Loving Feeling
Paul's wife told him she loves him but is not "in love" with him. How can he change that? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Everything Has Changed
Rick is trying to help his wife while coping with his own fear and worry over the progression of her ALS. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Helping My Husband Through His Grief
Elizabeth wants to know how she can comfort her husband after the death of his last living relative. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Mom Considered Aborting Me
Could the fact that Karen's mom thought about aborting her be the reason the two have never been close? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Daughter is Confused
Jennifer's daughter took a break from college and needs some help discovering her next steps. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Have I Ruined Things With My Kids?
Alicia is sad about the way the divorce she initiated has impacted her relationship with her children. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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The Problem with Perfectionism
There’s a difference between being a perfectionist and being a high achiever. Wanting to be good and even great is healthy. That’s how I like to operate …
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I Faked it to Make it
To survive her abusive childhood, Pam put on a rosy facade. Now, as an adult, she can't shake the feeling of being less than good enough. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Do I Have to Donate My Husband's Clothes?
It's been 4 years since Marianne's husband died, but she can't seem to part with some of his things. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Should I RSVP No?
Christina worries that accepting an invitation to vacation with her sister and her sister's shack up honey sends a signal to her kids that she's OK with their…
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I'm My Grandson's Cheerleader
Jade is supporting her grandson and calls to share how certain Dr. Laura-isms are helping them both through their family struggles. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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The Definition of "Boundary"
Katie gets a lesson on the meaning of the word "boundary" and when it should be applied. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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When Feeling Distress, Take Deep Breaths
Emily lacks health insurance coverage for her chronic health condition. In a panic, she calls Dr. Laura for support. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Do I Tell My Teen About My Drinking Problem?
Not only does Dr. Laura believe it's a good idea for Brynn to tell her teen daughter that she's an alcoholic, she thinks her daughter should attend Al-Anon…
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I'm an Insecure Wife
Nikki's sense of insecurity sets her on edge and causes her to pick stupid fights with her husband. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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I Want to Feel Close Again
Sally put a wall up when her daughter was drug addicted and feels like she can't let her guard down even 10 years into her daughter's recovery. Call…
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The Blessings of Feminine Wiles
The Cambridge dictionary defines feminine wiles as: “ways of persuading someone that trick them into doing something.” That’s an awfully negative way of…
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I Used My Mouth to Kiss Instead of Complain!
Chris calls in to share how channeling her inner Dr. Laura helped her treat her husband with appreciation instead of aggravation. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Son Is Mad That He Was Adopted
The son that Carol gave up for adoption decades ago says he's angry that she didn't try harder to raise him herself. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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I Spy With My Little Eye a Red Flag
Mark's fiancé is a mama's girl who can't stand up to her mother. Is it OK for Mark to ask for the ring back? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Nephew is a Negative Influence
Stephanie is alarmed by some of the things her nephew said to her son, but she worries that keeping the cousins apart will upset their family. Call…
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I'm Not Attracted to My Husband Anymore
Kimberly is having a hard time feeling sexy toward her husband now that has let himself go. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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My Son Hasn't Moved On
Ronnie's son refuses to meet his grandmother's new boyfriend because he says he's still grieving the death of his grandfather from 6 years ago. Call…
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Trust Involves Taking a Leap of Faith
Neither Jennifer nor Dan is ready to throw in the towel, but they're not sure how to trust each other again after both did things to harm their marriage. Call…
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My Son's Not Fit to Be a Father
From his jail cell, Clara's son is pressing her to raise the child he fathered out of wedlock with a drug-addicted woman. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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I Don't Know How to Be a Mother-in-Law
Both of Beth's sons are married, and she's struggling to build a close relationship with their wives. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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The ABCs of Successful Students
You know what kinds of parents get an A+ in my book? The ones who encourage their kids to do their best, to live up to their potential, follow their dreams and…
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Depressed About My Empty Nest
Kris just dropped her child off at college and says she feels like she won't be able to overcome the sadness she feels. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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A Man Takes Control
Brad doesn't appreciate how his stepson's family treats his home like a hotel whenever they visit, but what can he do about it? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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How Can I Help My Daughters?
Jenny's girls are grown, but she's still in constant mommy-mode and worried that they can't handle life without her help. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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Is My Son Being Emotionally Damaged?
Hannah is concerned by the lack of emotion her son displays when his father treats him unkindly. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Why Am I So Emotional?
It has been decades since Gary was abused by his stepmother, so why do his feelings of sadness and helplessness linger? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Not Everything Can Be Fixed
Betty stayed with her controlling, unkind husband until their sons were grown up. Now her oldest boy treats her a lot like his father always did. Call…
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My Niece Lacks Etiquette
It bothers Sandy that her niece never says "thank you" when she receives a gift. Is it Sandy's place to say something? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Don’t Mix Friends and Business
Sally’s friends want her to tell her husband that they're withdrawing their investment in his business. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…