Dr. Laura Call of the Day

I Think I Made a Mistake - Cecilia is worried that her husband is an alcoholic because he turns to drinking to unwind from stressful days. - Dr. Laura: "Ignite your feminine charms and give him alternative ways to relax." - What's your favorite healthy way to reduce stress? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

My MIL Criticizes My Cooking - How should Kristen respond to her 92-year-old mother-in-law who is critical of the meals Kristen and her sister-in-law cook for her. - Dr. Laura: "Don't take it personally; take pity and show compassion." - Have you ever needed to help care for an elderly relative? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

My Husband Wasn't Helpful - Anna is upset that her husband didn't jump in and help her manage their 15-month-old daughter at a recent pool party. - Dr. Laura: "Men are very direction-oriented so simply ask for what you want." - How good is your husband at reading your mind? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

I Don't Like My Friend's Husband - Kassie doesn't want to see or discuss her friend's husband after learning about the abusive ways he has treated his wife. - Dr. Laura: "You have the right to decide who and what you allow into your life." - Have you ever been the unwilling sounding board for a friend? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

What's the Best Way to Parent As a Widow? - Kristin's husband recently died, and her children are rebelling over the decisions she's been making about their household rules. - Dr. Laura: "Discuss discipline options together for the sake of family cohesion." - How do you handle discipline with your 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

Our Daughter Didn't Tell Us She's Getting Married! - Teresa isn't sure what to say to her daughter about the secret wedding plans she stumbled upon while searching for information about her daughter's fiancé. - Dr. Laura: "You ask for trouble when you choose to snoop." - Has your snooping ever backfired? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

My Daughter Is Dating a Bad Man - Ashley wants to know what she can say to her daughter that will help her see the truth about the criminal she's dating. - Dr. Laura: "Negative self-perception often leads to unhealthy choices." - What are some reasons you've chosen poorly? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

My Wife and I Are Fighting Over Air Conditioning - Jacob's wife is worried about their finances, and he's not sure how to handle their latest run-in over running the A/C in their home. - Dr. Laura: "Uncomfortable conversations go down better with a hug." - How do you and your spouse handle your stressful situations? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

I Want to Honor My Mom's Final Wish - Colleen and her brother haven't spoken since having a fight just before their mother died, but she'd like to find a way to honor her mom's final wish for the two of them to get along. - Dr. Laura: "Apologize for the part you played and ask to make it better." - Has an illness or death put a strain on your sibling relationships? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.

Who Can I Trust? - Lisa's parents and husband warned her to be cautious around new people, and now Lisa isn't sure how to tell the difference between a nice person and a potential shark. - Dr. Laura: "Feelings follow thoughts. Choose positivity and trust your judgement." - Have you ever misjudged a person? 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. Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.