March 13, 2017
Everything Is A Choice

Dr. Laura:

I am 19 and in college.  I understand that many people my age don't share the beliefs that you, my mother and I share.  That's why I'm so grateful that when societal norms these days have gone so crazy, I'm able to turn to your show to have someone who keeps my moral compass on track and apart from those around me.  I'm writing today because suddenly I'm excited about my future.  

I recently broke up with my boyfriend who I've dated since high school.  This was a huge step for me, and I didn't think I was strong enough to do that.  I saw the red flags a few months in, but I ignored them and made excuses because I stupidly thought they'd go away.  I could hear your voice in my ear telling me I knew better, and sometimes your opening comments or calls were so related to my situation that I thought "signs" were being sent my way.  So I finally ended it. 

At first, I was distraught and just so sad.  Then I realized what an important time of my life I was experiencing, and it would have been incredibly dumb of me to settle down with this man and not allow myself these years to grow into the woman I'm becoming.  By listening to your show and reading your books, I feel as though I now know how to choose the right man, be the best stay-at-home mother I can be, and never waver on my beliefs.  All of these things are a choice.  They just don't "happen," and I learned that from you.  I truly believe that if people my age would listen to your show, we would live in a significantly better world!  Thank you for what you do.

Maddy



Posted by Staff at 10:59 AM