The Dr. Laura Podcast

Dr. Laura Schlessinger & SiriusXM
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Apr 19, 2022 • 6min

I'm Floundering in Retirement

Pamela says she's at a loss for what her next step in life should be now that she's retired and is no longer caring for her family members. - Dr. Laura: "Embrace the opportunity to explore and experiment during this phase of life."What are you planning to do in retirement? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 19, 2022 • 3min

My Son is Afraid of Me Dying

Jerome is an older dad with a 9-year-old son who worries about death and living without his father. - Dr. Laura: "Remind your son that you're teaching him how to handle life on his own and that he will do the same for his child someday."Did your children ever express a fear of death? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 18, 2022 • 7min

What's the Best Way to Prepare for Children?

Cara and her husband would like to start a family, and she calls Dr. Laura for tips on how to help ensure they're ready. - Dr. Laura: "Approach parenthood as a team with a plan for the greatest possible success."What kind of thought and planning did you do before becoming a parent? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 15, 2022 • 5min

Coming Out Healed My Relationship with My Dad

Paul answers Dr. Laura's request for listeners to share the story of how they came out as gay to friends and family and shares how his life improved after sharing the truth with his parents. - Dr. Laura: "Acknowledging the elephant in the room gives it a chance to take its exit."How did your family react when you told them you were gay? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 15, 2022 • 4min

I'm a Sucker For Scammers

Kenitra says she has always been too trusting and has been taken advantage of by scammers several times. - Dr. Laura: "People who long to be accepted can be easy prey."Are you an easy target to people who want to take advantage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 15, 2022 • 10min

I'm a Clutter-Lover

Rose asks Dr. Laura if hypnosis is a good way to overcome her habit of creating piles of clutter. - Dr. Laura: "Understanding the connection between a habit and its origin can help with breaking that habit."Have you ever been hypnotized? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 15, 2022 • 7min

Should I Mind My Own Business?

Should Susan give her opinion or keep her mouth shut about her son who wants to live with his girlfriend for a year before he proposes? - Dr. Laura: "Shacking up is self-centered. Commitment is other-centered."Do you speak your mind or keep your mouth shut when it comes to your adult children? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 14, 2022 • 8min

My Son is Putting Conditions on Our Relationship

Ramon is upset that, instead of giving unconditional love, his 22-year-old son will only have a relationship with him if he agrees to go to therapy and AA. - Dr. Laura: "The quality of your relationship and your life will improve when you meet his conditions."Do you believe kids should show their parents unconditional love? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 13, 2022 • 12min

Should I Leave My Cheating Liar of a Husband?

Although Cindy says her husband lies about money and was caught cheating, she wonders if it's morally correct for her to stay and try to work it out. - Dr. Laura: "It's one thing to make a mistake and another to not admit it and repair it."What are you willing to tolerate to avoid admitting a mistake? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Apr 12, 2022 • 8min

My Controlling Ways Caused 2 Failed Marriages

Angel says he believes that the sense of abandonment he felt as a child caused him to try to control the women in his life until they eventually left him. - Dr. Laura: "With hard work, you can end your negative patterns."Would you describe yourself as controlling? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.com To participate on the radio program; call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment - https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment. Find me on social media at:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramTwitter.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraBecome a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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