The Dr. Laura Podcast

Dr. Laura Schlessinger & SiriusXM

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Aug 6, 2021 • 5min

I'm Leaving My Mom in the Lurch

Janice is exhausted and tired of helping care for her mentally ill sister, but also worries about leaving her 85-year-old mom with that responsibility. - Dr. Laura: "A mom needs to focus on the family she has created."What do you let interfere with your responsibilities to your spouse and children? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Aug 5, 2021 • 8min

Should I Leave My Husband?

Elizabeth's husband has recently stopped drinking after being an alcoholic for 11 years, but she feels like it's still time to leave him. - Dr. Laura: "The personality of an alcoholic doesn't necessarily improve when the drinking stops." When is enough, "enough" for your tolerance of bad behaviors? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Aug 4, 2021 • 10min

My Marriage Isn't Working

Asha's family facilitated an arranged marriage, but the newlyweds fight a lot and don't have a connection. - Dr. Laura: "Arranged marriages can be both culturally appropriate and an emotional mismatch." Do you know anyone who has had an arranged marriage? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Aug 3, 2021 • 6min

People Make Fun of Me

Vivian is being teased by kids at her summer camp because of her hairy arms and legs, and she'd like to know how best to stand up to them. Dr. Laura: "Refusing to get upset takes the wind out of a bully's sails."What were you teased about as a kid? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Aug 3, 2021 • 10min

I Lost My Baby

Meegan and her husband are struggling to cope with the death of their daughter in utero just two days before a scheduled c-section. Dr. Laura: "Helping someone through their pain can help you through your own."How has someone helped you through a painful situation? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Aug 2, 2021 • 8min

Is it Time to Cut My Parents Loose?

Steven's tumultuous childhood and bad parents are still impacting his life in a negative way. Dr. Laura: "Holding on to hope can hurt more than rejection."What have you been holding out hope for? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Jul 30, 2021 • 6min

I Take Care of Everyone But Myself - Part 2

Dr. Laura helps Jennifer come up with a way to be compassionate with herself without running away from her husband and kids. Dr. Laura: "Change today and all your tomorrows with sweet requests and guidance for what you need."When did you start becoming compassionate towards yourself? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Jul 30, 2021 • 6min

I Take Care of Everyone But Myself - Part 1

Jennifer is a people-pleaser who has started to focus on her own needs and now feels out of step with being a wife and mother. Dr. Laura: "Being connected to others requires some amount of self-sacrifice."Have you identified yourself as a people-pleaser? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Jul 30, 2021 • 7min

I'm Stuck in the Middle

Susan would like to know the best way to extract herself from disagreements between her daughter and her husband. - Dr. Laura: "When adult children don't respect authority, it's time for them to leave the home."Do you and your spouse unite or divide when it comes to parenting? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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Jul 30, 2021 • 10min

I'd Like to Let Go of My Anger

Karen's stepchildren told lies about her years ago, and she's still having a hard time letting go of her anger towards them. - Dr. Laura: "Children are generally not happy about their parents remarrying." What challenges have you overcome as a step-parent? Email me your thoughts at: drlaura@drlaura.comTo 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. Become 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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