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The Dr. Laura Podcast

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The Dr. Laura Podcast

2,696 episodes · 20 with AI analysis

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Topics · top 10

Family conflict resolution×2Guilt and obligation in family dynamics×2Reasons people lieAvoiding punishment and consequencesShame as social regulatorPro-social liesImpression managementPathological lyingWhite liesPsychological motivations for deception

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Feb 2, 2026

Key Reasons People Lie

Reasons people lieAvoiding punishment and consequencesShame as social regulator
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Feb 2, 2026

Sometimes I Regret Marrying the Boy in the Band

Long-term marriage conflict resolutionAbandonment trauma and relationship expectationsWork-life balance and family priorities
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Feb 3, 2026

Being a Perfectionist Is Not a Bad Thing

Perfectionism in professional workPathological perfectionism and mental healthSelf-criticism and performance anxiety
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Feb 3, 2026

Should I Put My Dogs Up for Adoption?

Grief counseling and decision-making after spousal deathPet adoption and rehoming ethicsRetirement planning with pet ownership
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Feb 4, 2026

Managing Stress

Stress management and coping strategiesVoluntary vs. involuntary stressHoping skills vs. coping skills
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Feb 4, 2026

My Mom Didn't Leave Money to My Brother

Estate planning and inheritance distributionFamily conflict resolutionCaregiver burden and financial sacrifice
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Feb 5, 2026

The Shhhh Effect

Crate training techniques for puppiesDog behavioral manipulation and psychologyPositive reinforcement in pet training
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Feb 5, 2026

Saving My 39-year Marriage

Marriage counseling and reconciliation strategiesSexual compatibility and desire mismatch in long-term relationshipsEmotional intimacy and appreciation in marriage
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Feb 6, 2026

When Fighting Life Lessens With Age

Aging and acceptanceVanity and self-image in older ageGender differences in aging perception
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Feb 6, 2026

I Just Can't Take it Anymore!

Marriage counseling and couples therapySexual compatibility and intimacy in long-term relationshipsInfidelity and emotional affairs
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Feb 7, 2026

How to Flirt With Your Wife

Marriage maintenance and long-term relationship satisfactionPhysical affection and touch in committed relationshipsVerbal communication and compliments in marriage
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Feb 7, 2026

Low Self Worth is Ruining My Life

Infidelity in long-term marriagesSelf-worth and self-esteem developmentEmotional dependency in relationships
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Feb 8, 2026

My Deadbeat Dad Wants Me Back

Estranged parent relationshipsFamily boundary-settingParental abandonment and rejection
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Feb 9, 2026

Do You Really Like Them or the Idea of Them?

Distinguishing genuine love from romantic fantasyLoneliness as relationship decision driverInitial attraction versus long-term compatibility
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Feb 9, 2026

Is Emily the Reason Her Adult Daughter Won't Leave Home?

Adult children living at homeCodependency in parent-adult child relationshipsSetting boundaries with family members
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Feb 10, 2026

Signs He’s Not the One

Relationship red flags and warning signsBoundary setting in romantic relationshipsEmotional manipulation and control in dating
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Feb 10, 2026

Puppy Love is Fleeting

Teenage relationship breakups and emotional processingMaturity mismatch in young relationshipsExpectations management in dating
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Feb 11, 2026

The Two Nanas Conundrum

Family conflict resolutionGrandparent-grandchild relationshipsParental boundary-setting
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Feb 11, 2026

Stop Acting Like a Girl!

In-law relationships and family conflictSecond marriage dynamicsConflict resolution and forgiveness
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Feb 12, 2026

Why You Need Friends

Characteristics of True FriendshipLoyalty in Personal RelationshipsVulnerability and Authenticity
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