Dr. Laura:
Last year, I was overextended in most facets of my life - motherhood, wifehood and at work. I knew from listening to you that this was not good for my marriage, family or myself. I tried to "push through" for a while, but that didn't work.
Finally, with you on my shoulder, I decided to put first things first and take care of myself for my family's sake and for my well-being. I saw a doctor about my exhaustion, I lessened my working hours and focused more on my husband and children. My doctor came back with a diagnosis - I had intense Lyme Disease! I received treatment, and quit my job to ensure I was well-rested and able to be the best wife and mother I could be.
Now, I'm healthy again and happy. My relationship with my husband is the best it has ever been. I'm also really in love with being a Mommy and staying home with my two small children. That decision isn't popular among my millennial age group, but I'm kicking myself for not doing it sooner. Without your urging your listeners to take care of themselves, I might not have seen a doctor and made these choices, especially since my only symptom was of exhaustion. The positive rewards of changing my life have been immense. Thank you!
Jeanne
