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Published 2021-12-03

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: My Hope For A Mother Is Gone

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Suzy’s mom passed away from COVID-19 but she finds herself confused by both relief and grief. - Dr. Laura: "You are mourning the loss of hope."

Have you struggled with relief and grief? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2021-12-03

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: Should I Reach Out To My Father?

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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."

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Published 2021-12-03

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: Fallout With Mom

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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 drowning in emotion."

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Published 2021-12-02

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: I’m Suffering From Mother’s Day Depression

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The last five years of Laura’s relationship with her mother were not happy ones to remember. Her mom indulged in alcohol and was physically and verbally abusive. - Dr. Laura: "Live in today; don’t whine about decades ago."

Has your mommy or daddy lost their parenting card? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2021-12-01

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: My Daddy Doesn’t Want Me

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Madeline is sad that her father is spending less time with her as he places his priorities towards his newly pregnant girlfriend. - Dr. Laura: "There are some things we can never have."

What things do you wish you could of had? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2021-11-30

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: Should I Minimize The Relationship With My Mom?

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Josie’s therapist has suggested the choice is hers to have a relationship with her mother or not. She’s considering a minimal one but is unsure how to “navigate the waters” doing so. - Dr. Laura: "Acceptance means you stop fighting the reality."

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Published 2021-11-30

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: I’m Dredging Up My Childhood Trauma

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Betsy continues to go back to her childhood trauma from 30 years ago that she allows to manifest daily. - Dr. Laura: "Don't bother rehashing childhood misery unless it is really an impediment to your life today!"

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Published 2021-11-29

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: Do My Parents Belong In My Life?

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Charlie was physically abused by his mother until his mid-teens. This abuse has taken its toll on his ability to be a good dad and has made it difficult to maintain a relationship with his parents. - Dr. Laura: "You don’t have the right to hold on to your fantasies when it hurts others."

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Published 2021-11-24

I've Been Fired (Again) - Part 2

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Life's more enjoyable when you view limitations as challenges to be overcome. - Dr. Laura: "Life's more enjoyable when you view limitations as challenges to be overcome.

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Published 2021-11-24

I've Been Fired (Again) - Part 1

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Darrell says that he tends to take jobs that he's not necessarily qualified for and, ultimately, gets fired when it's discovered that he's in over his head. - Dr. Laura: "You can make something beautiful with the talents you have."

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Published 2021-11-24

I'm Scared to Go to Sleep

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8-year-old Katie is afraid at nighttime and wishes her parents would wait for her to fall asleep before they turn in fo bed each night. - Dr. Laura: "Face your fears with planning and preparation."

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Published 2021-11-24

Is It OK for My Kids to See Me Sad?

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Wendy is mourning the loss of her brother and is having trouble of dealing with her sadness. - Dr. Laura: "Dealing with sadness doesn't always require expressing it."

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Published 2021-11-24

Road Rage is Rearing Its Ugly Head

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Christie says she can hardly drive anymore without feeling exasperated with other drivers. - Dr. Laura: "Don't let your interactions with inconsiderate people steal moments from your life."

How do you deal with the frustrations you encounter on the road? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2021-11-24

My Mom is Fading Away

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Laura's mom is in a stage of memory decline, and Laura feels resentful and angry that her family hasn't done more to try to slow the progression of the disease. - Dr. Laura: "It's normal to miss the way things were and to be scared for yourself."

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Published 2021-11-23

I'm a Pain-in-the-Butt Wife

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Lindsay's 8-year marriage has hit the rocks after years of her being a tired, nagging, annoying, non-sexual wife. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com

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Published 2021-11-23

I Can Give Help, But I Can't Accept Help

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Mundi is a grief counselor who is used to supporting others but is finding it difficult to show her vulnerability and receive help for the grief she's experiencing. - Dr. Laura: "No one is above feeling human emotions."

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Published 2021-11-22

Thanks For Giving My Daughter The “Sex” Talk

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Randy is grateful that he and his teenage daughter were listening together when Dr. Laura took a call about premarital sex, setting up a great conversation between Randy and his child. - Dr. Laura: "Refraining from premarital sex preserves your value and self-worth."

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Published 2021-11-19

Marathon Sneak Preview: How Long Should I Feel Bad About My Screwup?

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Here’s a special sneak preview call from the upcoming Thanksgiving Weekend Marathon heard exclusively on SiriusXM Triumph 111: Shannon says she earned the guilt she feels but isn't sure how long she should be contrite after trying to make amends. - Dr. Laura: "Only good people feel true guilt."

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Published 2021-11-19

Did I Do The Right Thing?

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Josh's mom prefers to take pictures of her adult children without their spouses, but Josh has had enough and recently demanded his wife be by his side. - Dr. Laura: "Good men protect their women."

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Published 2021-11-19

It Hurts to Have Had a Bad Childhood

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Amanda's parents both suffered from mental illness and she's sad about her lost childhood, which was spent raising herself and taking care of her siblings. - Dr. Laura: "Look at yourself as a success story."

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Published 2021-11-19

You Helped Me Stop Being Angry at My Wife

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Jeff has been angry for years with his wife over one issue and tells Dr. Laura how her advice to another caller to show compassion to people who are struggling made a positive difference in their relationship. - Dr. Laura: "Be kind and compassionate with others."

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Published 2021-11-18

My In-Laws Aren't COVID Cautious

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Sharon wants to know the best way to tell her relatives that she's not going to see them at indoor gatherings because they don't follow the same COVID protocols that Sharon believes are important. - Dr. Laura: "State your concern over the virus variants and stand firm in your decision."

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Published 2021-11-17

Should I Spend the Holiday with My Sister?

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Susan is frustrated by her difficult sister and is wondering if she and her husband should bother trying to spend Thanksgiving with her. - Dr. Laura: "Put your husband first and give him the kind of holiday he'd actually enjoy."

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Published 2021-11-16

Marathon Sneak Preview: My Wife Is Thinking of Leaving Me

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Here’s a special sneak preview call from the upcoming Thanksgiving Weekend Marathon heard exclusively on SiriusXM Triumph 111: Dan knows that he doesn't give his wife the attention she wants and needs, but he was surprised to learn that she's actually considering leaving him over it. - Dr. Laura: "A real man takes care of his woman's needs."

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Published 2021-11-16

I Skipped a Funeral, and My Friend is Angry

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Christine is a caregiver who chose to be by the side of her patient as she died instead of at her best friend's mom's funeral and now her friend is mad. - Dr. Laura: "Friends support friends in their moral obligations."

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Published 2021-11-15

You Saved My Marriage

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Jennifer's mom raised her to believe she didn't really need a man, which led to her treating her husband poorly, which led to his emotional affair...until Jennifer took Dr. Laura's advice. - Dr. Laura: "Life is better when I'm being my husband's girlfriend."

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Published 2021-11-12

Marathon Sneak Preview: My Parents Aren't Good to Me or My Child

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Here’s a special sneak preview call from the upcoming Thanksgiving Weekend Marathon heard exclusively on SiriusXM Triumph 111: Angela and her parents don't have a good relationship, and she feels bad that her child won't be close to them either. - Dr. Laura: "You don't need a relationship with unkind people."

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Published 2021-11-12

I Went from Abused to Victor

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Melinda calls to thank Dr. Laura for giving her the courage to break from her abusive family and find real peace and joy. - Dr. Laura: "Those who fret over the difficulty of change stay in the same place forever."

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Published 2021-11-12

I Always Seem to Say the Wrong Thing

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Christine says she doesn't have the confidence to speak in social situations without putting her foot in her mouth. - Dr. Laura: "Allow people to see who you really are by speaking the truth."

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Published 2021-11-12

My Husband Isn't Supporting Our Family Anymore

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Amanda's husband is holding on to his job in a failing company, and she is frustrated and losing respect over having to support them financially. - Dr. Laura: "A marital partnership is about give and take."

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Published 2021-11-11

I Want to Disengage From My Family

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Lucy is tired of the drama between her parents and younger sister, and she'd like to find the strength to remove herself from the situation. - Dr. Laura: "Today is a good day to make changes you can be proud of."

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Published 2021-11-10

Should I Stay With an Alcoholic For The Kids?

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Rachel knowingly married an alcoholic and had three children with him, and now she realizes that she's modeling the wrong values. - Dr. Laura: "Let your children know that their dad has the opportunity to return to the family when he gets clean and sober."

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Published 2021-11-09

Marathon Sneak Preview: Should I Protect My Parents from My Sister?

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Here’s a special sneak preview call from the upcoming Thanksgiving Weekend Marathon heard exclusively on SiriusXM Triumph 111:

Megan's sister is an addict with financial problems and has recently moved back in with her parents. - Dr. Laura: "You have to accept that this is their choice."

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Published 2021-11-09

I'm Ready to Say I'm Sorry

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Lucas thought he and his Godmother would be closer when he moved nearby, but their relationship is strained primarily by his disregard for her beliefs and values. - Dr. Laura: "You don't have to like the rules of a person's home, but you do need to respect them."

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Published 2021-11-08

Why Am I Still Anxious About My Accident?

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Regina is surprised that she hasn't been able to put her traumatic medical complication behind her already. - Dr. Laura: "Stuffing feelings down and denying them doesn't make them disappear."

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Published 2021-11-05

Marathon Sneak Preview: I Want My Father-in-Law Out

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Stephanie is ready for her father-in-law to move out, but Matt believes it's wrong to throw a parent out of their house. - Dr. Laura: "A real man protects the privacy of his family."

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Published 2021-11-05

Should I Buy My Son a Car?

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Brandon is wondering if he should reward his smart, kind, well-behaved 16-year-old with a car. - Dr. Laura: "Don't deprive your son of the pride that comes with working hard for his first car."

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Published 2021-11-05

I Don't Know How to Break from My Alcoholic Boyfriend

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Mark has been in a relationship with a drunk for the past 12 years, and he's looking for advice on how to move on. - Dr. Laura: "If you want a change for the better, you must be willing to endure the discomfort of change."

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Published 2021-11-05

I've Never Thought About it That Way

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Rosalinda is a divorced mom who's dating a man with four kids, and Dr. Laura helps her realize the huge mistake she's making by letting a guy take time and energy away from Rosalinda's own child. - Dr. Laura: "Children of divorce need their parents' attention, not their dating drama."

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Published 2021-11-04

Is It Time To Leave My Husband?

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Susan is wondering if leaving her husband is the right thing to do after many years of struggling with their family's history of alcoholism. - Dr. Laura: "Approach decisions that scare you one step at a time."

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Published 2021-11-03

My Wife is Stifling My Dreams

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Amy and Adam have worked through many marital issues, but they are still in disagreement over how much time Adam can spend on the hobby that he's been passionate about since their dating days. - Dr. Laura: "Be supportive of your husband's dreams, and you'll have a better man on your hands."

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Published 2021-11-02

Marathon Sneak Preview: Is She “The One?”

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18-year-old John's girlfriend says that he's her “one and only," but he isn't sure how he feels about her. - Dr. Laura: "Grow into the person you're meant to be, and you'll be in a better position to recognize your Miss Right."

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Published 2021-11-02

My Son Ruined His Brother's Project

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Sara asked one of her sons to turn in his brother's forgotten homework assignment and she's upset with him that he failed to do so. - Dr. Laura: "Set the right example for your boys by showing them what being accountable looks like."

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Published 2021-11-01

Should I Throw in the Towel?

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Francis has a bad track records when it comes to marriage, and he's wondering if he can fix his ability to choose the right woman, or if he should just focus on his children. - Dr. Laura: "Your kids need your presence – not your relationship drama."

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Published 2021-10-29

I Wish My Grandma Wouldn't Kiss Me

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7-year-old Levi isn't sure what to do about his great-grandmother who insists on kissing him with her stinky breath. - Dr. Laura: "Sometimes it's nice to just smile and indulge the wishes of older people."

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Published 2021-10-29

How Do I Deal with a Mean Girl?

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10-year-old Nyana says a new girl at school is triggering her and she'd like Dr. Laura's advice on how to best deal with her. - Dr. Laura: "Children need to be given the tools to handle life's challenges."

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Published 2021-10-29

We're in a Much Better Place!

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John says he was at the end of his rope with an inattentive wife when Dr. Laura's advice helped them reconnect and start the process of reinvigorating their marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Husbands are miserable without attention and affection."

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Published 2021-10-28

You Helped Me Raise My Son

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Kelly calls to recount the meaningful conversations she was able to have with her young son about the Dr. Laura Program before he died unexpectedly. - Dr. Laura: "Life is a balance of grief and joy."

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Published 2021-10-28

The 18-year-old Me Thanks You!

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Chris is a Mormon who credits Dr. Laura with helping him make the choice to go on a mission trip that set him on the path to having a wonderful life. - Dr. Laura: "The maturing and the independence that takes place during mission service is invaluable."

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