The Dr. Laura Podcast

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Published 2022-09-16

My Daughter Is Being Defiant

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Rachel's daughter is refusing to give her parents access to her online college accounts even though she expects them to pay her tuition and housing. - Dr. Laura: "Let her make the choice to fully share her school information with you or pay her own way."

Is your children's school turning them against you? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-16

My Son Put His Wife's Needs Over Ours

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Was Dan wrong to chastise his son for being more concerned about the health of his wife and unborn baby than the health of his own parents? - Dr. Laura: "Adult children need to prioritize the family they created over the family they're from."

Do you prioritize your spouse over your parents? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-16

My Future is Uncertain

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Mason is stressed and starting to worry about his job, engagement and home purchase. - Dr. Laura: "Planning and an ability to adapt is the antidote to worry."

How do you tackle stress? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-15

My Husband is a Bully

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Valerie feels bullied by her husband into sex on demand and fears the turmoil in their home is damaging the kids. - Dr. Laura: "Exposing your kids to your abuse is a form of child abuse."

Are you strong enough to leave a bad relationship? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-14

I'm Fantasizing About Other Women

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Chase's wife's interest in sex has begun to dwindle during menopause, and he's starting to fantasize about other women. - Dr. Laura: "Share your insecurities with your wife."

Do you share your insecurities with your spouse? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-13

How Can I Let Go of My Grown Son?

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Lizbell knows that she has to stop helping her adult son financially, but it breaks her heart to think of him suffering. - Dr. Laura: "Good parenting can be painful."

Are your adult children doing well on their own? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-13

I'm Overly Emotional

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Adam doesn't like how he is moved to tears whenever he sees examples of the loving relationships he has always longed for. - Dr. Laura: "It's OK to be moved by your emotions."

What makes you emotional? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-12

Is It OK To Spoil the Grandkids?

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Should Cindy confront her parents for feeding their great-grandchildren sugary snacks and telling them to hide it from their parents? - Dr. Laura: "No one is allowed to undermine the wishes of a parent."

Did your grandparents give you things your parents would not? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-09

I'm Angry About My Mom's Double Life

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Karen's continued anger over her mother's infidelity is preventing them from having a decent relationship. - Dr. Laura: "Being resentful adds no value to your life."

What are you angry about that you'd be better off letting go of? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-09

I Feel Guilty For Not Feeling Guilty

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Oneda wonders if it's wrong for her to feel so ambivalent about the impending death of her abusive, mentally ill mother. - Dr. Laura: "It's difficult to be a good daughter to a bad mother."

How is your relationship with your mother? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-09

I'm Struggling To Quit Smoking

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Vanessa is working hard to quit smoking, but she wishes it wasn't so difficult. - Dr. Laura: "There's no triumph if there's no struggle."

What challenge are you most proud of having overcome? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-09

My Deadbeat Brother is Living With Me

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Keesha invited her loser brother to live with her, but the arrangement is making her pretty unhappy. - Dr. Laura: "You'll be better off when you start putting more thought into important life decisions."

What decisions have you made that you wish you could undo? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-08

I Don't Want to Tell My Man What to Do

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Although Lindsey would like her boyfriend to ask her family for her hand in marriage, she doesn't want to dictate to him how to propose. - Dr. Laura: "It's important for someone to let him know that the romance and respect of this tradition is meaningful to you."

Did your husband ask your family's permission to marry you? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-07

I'm Tired Of Feeling This Way

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Whenever she's away from her husband and young child, Liana feels a sense of dread and anxiety. - Dr. Laura: "Let your husband share your burdens."

Do you struggle with leaving your child in someone else's care? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-06

I Can't Handle Vacation

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Jean panics, cries and can't eat when she travels the world with her husband, and she'd like Dr. Laura's help to overcome this phobia. - Dr. Laura: "Hypnotherapy is a powerful way to gain a sense of control over situations that may arise."

Do you have a phobia you'd like to overcome? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-06

I Blame My Mom For My Dad's Death

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Megan's father died last week, and she's angry that her mother couldn't give him CPR, which might have saved him. - Dr. Laura: "Let your sadness motivate you to be more prepared for emergencies than your mother was."

Are you CPR -trained? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-05

Parenting is Tough!

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Miriam is struggling as the mom of a 5-year-old and attributes her parenting challenges to her ADHD. - Dr. Laura: "You'll be a better mother when you stop viewing yourself as broken."

Do you believe you are a good parent? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-02

I'm Sad About My Dad

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Melissa wonders how she can find peace with her decision to place her father in a retirement home. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes the best we can do is accept the sadness of a situation."

Have you ever had to place a family member into senior housing against their will? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-02

Our Child Is a Yeller

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7-year-old Merril screams when she doesn't get her way, and she and her mom would like Dr. Laura's help with taming her temper. - Dr. Laura: "There are more effective ways to get what you want than yelling."

Do you shout when you're frustrated? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-02

My Son's Not Talking To Me

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Laurie and her son are estranged since she told him she doesn't like how his fiancé and her mother to boss him around. - Dr. Laura: "You trained your son to rely on others to tell him what to do."

Are you allowing someone to tell you how to live? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-02

I'm Stuck In the Past

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Steve thinks the way he dwells on his childhood memories of deceased relatives is unhealthy and is preventing him from living in the present. - Dr. Laura: "It's your turn to create beautiful memories for your family."

What's your fondest childhood memory? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-09-01

My Father Is a Problem

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Shae's wife has finally had enough of his father's bad behavior, and the couple needs Dr. Laura's help with how to proceed. - Dr. Laura: "Protect your family from the behaviors you were never protected from."

Do you put your spouse and children before your parents? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-31

My Son Has Turned Into an Intolerant Jerk

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Jim says his family is being torn apart by his son who berates and antagonizes anyone who doesn't agree with him politically. - Dr. Laura: "Do not tolerate thoughtless, direct aggression."

Have political differences come between you and a family member? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-30

My Parents Are Disappointing

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Melinda would like to move on from the angry feelings she has toward her parents for the ways they have disappointed her. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes the biggest growth comes when we give up on what we cannot have."

What could you let go of that would make your life happier? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-30

I'm Not the Wife I Want to Be

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Katie has been married for only 6 months and worries that she's not giving her husband the respect and attention that he gives to her. - Dr. Laura: "Let your actions illustrate your love for your husband."

What did you and your spouse struggle with early in marriage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-29

My Mom Won't Let Me Be Alone With Girls!

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15-year-old Tanner wants to hang out with girls unsupervised, but his mother refuses to give him that freedom. - Dr. Laura: "Your mom's job is to help you learn to respect females and avoid risky behaviors."

Did your parents closely supervise you as a teen? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-26

My Mom Won't Break Up With My Ex

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Amy is annoyed that her mother continues a close relationship with her ex-husband even though Amy has moved on and gotten remarried. - Dr. Laura: ""Fugget about it" and them!"

Where does your ex fit into your life? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-26

My Husband and I Haven't Had Sex for 3 Years

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Jennifer loves her husband and their life together but is unhappy that they never have sex due to his weight issues. - Dr. Laura: "It's harder to live without love and companionship than it is to live without sex."

How important is sex to your marriage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-26

My Husband Doesn't Support My Dream

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Renee's husband encouraged her to pursue her dream job, but now he's pressuring her to reject the job offer. - Dr. Laura: "You have to decide if his pattern of controlling behavior is something you want to continue living with."

Does your spouse support your dreams? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-26

I Defeated My Demons With Your Help

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Julie thanks Dr. Laura for the weight loss advice that has helped her whole family get healthier. - Dr. Laura: "Positive change is within your control."

What changes would you like to make in your life? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-25

Why Am I Beating a Dead Horse?

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Carrie's relationship with her alcoholic girlfriend is over, but the worry she feels and thoughts of saving her continues. - Dr. Laura: "Holding on to unhealthy relationships helps you avoid the risk of not feeling needed."

What is holding you back from finding a healthy relationship? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-24

I'm Lost Without My Mom and Husband

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Trish has spent her life relying on the input of her mother and husband and, now that they have died, she's not sure how to trust her own judgement. - Dr. Laura: "No person has all the answers, only opinions."

Do you trust yourself to make wise decisions? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-23

I've Failed at Helping My Husband

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Karen's husband is a hoarder and a hypochondriac who can't hold a job and she's frustrated that hasn't been able to help him get better. - Dr. Laura: "Unravel this unhealthy dependency with psychiatric intervention."

Is there something you're trying to help your spouse work on? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-23

What Have I Done?

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Amanda is upset with herself for standing by her grandmother who did nothing to prevent her husband from molesting several family members. - Dr. Laura: "Some people will sacrifice their own values and well-being to stay connected to family."

Have you ever overlooked someone's immoral behavior in order to keep family peace? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-22

My Daughter is on Drugs

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Teresa discovered drug paraphernalia in her daughter's room, and she'd like Dr. Laura's help with how to confront her before she leaves for college. - Dr. Laura: "Regular drug testing is the price she has to pay if she wants your financial support."

How would you handle your child if you discovered drugs in their room? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-19

My Friend Threw Me Under The Bus

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Violet and her friend were caught sneaking around with boys and her friend blamed the whole thing on Violet. - Dr. Laura: "Work on becoming the kind of girl who attracts higher caliber friends and the kind of daughter your parents will respect."

Did your parents approve of your friends in your teen years? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-19

I'm Tired of My Pity Parties

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Liz is dealing pretty well with a multitude of health issues, but she'd like to get an even better handle on her emotions and stop feeling sorry for herself. - Dr. Laura: "Give yourself grace when you're not feeling well."

What's the theme of your pity party? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-19

I Violated My Stepdaughter

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Andrew is a recovering addict who is sorry about touching his stepdaughter inappropriately and wants to know how to proceed from here. - Dr. Laura: "Any action that doesn't put the welfare of the child first is the wrong action."

Do you believe it's necessary to put the needs of children above your own? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-19

I Don't Like Acting Like My Mom

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Vanessa dislikes a certain personality trait that she inherited from her mother and wants to make a change for the better. - Dr. Laura: "You're an adult who doesn't have to live in fear of upsetting her mother anymore."

Have you felt like you were turning into your parent? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-18

My Husband is Addicted to Porn, But I Have the Problem

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Why is Valerie driven to obsessively snoop on her husband's devices looking for porn when finding it makes her so unhappy? - Dr. Laura: "You've designed a way to protect yourself and gain leverage in this relationship."

Do you snoop on your spouse? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-17

My Daughter Wants an Open Marriage

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May is distraught that her daughter is interested in bringing another woman into her marriage, and is worrying about the effects on her grandchildren. - Dr. Laura: "She needs to be reminded that her vows are to her marriage and she's doing the wrong thing for her family."

Have you ever worried about the things your grandkids are seeing in their home? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-16

Our Son's MIL Is Encroaching On Our Time

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Tim and Lynn don't see their son very often and wish that their daughter-in-law's mother wouldn't join them at their family functions. - Dr. Laura: "Be gracious and recognize that the in-laws from both sides are equally important to the marital unit."

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Published 2022-08-16

When Is It Time To Cut The Cord?

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JT and his girlfriend are tired of dealing with his mentally ill, 18-year-old daughter and are wondering if it's time for her to move out on her own. - Dr. Laura: "Help her to focus on her goals and guide her toward achieving them."

What goal does your teen want to achieve that you could help with? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-15

How Should I Handle This Baby Shower Drama?

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Jessica wants to be a part of her first grandchild's life, but she's anxious about seeing her abusive ex-husband for the first time in years at the baby shower. Dr. Laura: "The best way to ensure you're a part of your grandchild's life is to stay in the good graces of his mother."

Do you have the relationship you want with your grandchildren? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-12

We Need Space From Our Friends

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Leslie and her husband are ready to move on from traveling with their long-time friends, but what's the right way to let them know? - Dr. Laura: "You cannot constrain your life in order to avoid hurt feelings."

Have you outgrown a friend relationship? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-12

My Brother-in-Law is Making a Mistake

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It's only been a year since Jill's sister died, and she's upset that her brother-in-law is now marrying a woman he just recently met online. - Dr. Laura: "Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com"

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Published 2022-08-12

I'm Being Bullied At Work

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Samantha's co-worker is upset that she was passed over for a promotion and is taking her anger out on Samantha who is up for the job. Dr. Laura: "Publicly encourage her to file a complaint with Human Resources."

How's your relationship with your co-workers? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-12

I Want to Avoid My Mom

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Denise is thinking of quitting her job as a nurse now that her estranged mother took a job at the same hospital. - Dr. Laura: "Leaving a position you enjoy gives her power she doesn't deserve."

To what lengths would you go to avoid a hurtful family member? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2022-08-11

Where's My Life Going?

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22-year-old Connor is at a loss for direction now that his girlfriend of the past 5 years has moved away. - Dr. Laura: "You're just at the beginning of figuring out who you are and where your life is headed."

At what age did you figure out what you wanted your life to look like? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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