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My Mom No Longer Makes Me Miserable

Read on the Tuesday, January 27th radio program.

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Dr. Laura Schlessinger
Jan 27, 2026
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Dear Dr. Laura, I want to thank you for speaking with me about two years ago. I was always trying to be a good daughter and show my mom respect in spite of how she treated me and my family. You helped me understand that it was OK to “stop kissing her ass” and that it was actually necessary in order for me to live my best life.

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