Topic : 03/21 Is This Normal?

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Created on : Friday, October 12, 2007, 02:57:45 pm
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(Original Air Date 12/14/07) Dr. Phil’s guests call their loved ones on the carpet about their unusual behavior. Linda says her dog, Sasha, is more human than canine. She loves to dress Sasha in pearls when company comes and feed the pampered pooch off her fork. Linda’s future daughter-in-law, Jill, says Linda is going overboard with her doggie doting -- especially since Linda wants Sasha to host Jill’s bridal shower! Then, Mary says it’s time for her husband, Eric, to let go of his dream of being a rock star. He’s 50 years old, and she says it’s time for him to get a real job. Eric says she supported his passion for 27 years -- so why is it suddenly abnormal? Next, Amber says she’s concerned about her fiancé, Colin’s, unpredictable mood swings, because one minute he’s the nicest guy in the world, but the next minute he’s flying off the handle. Should she call off the wedding until he gets his temper under control? Plus, a picky eater says she wants to stop being a “food weirdo” and start enjoying meals like a normal person. And, a woman at odds with her husband over the dangerous hobby that left her with a fractured back. Should she pursue her passion even though it terrifies her spouse? Tell us what you think!

Find out what happened on the show.


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December 19, 2007, 8:27 pm PST

PLEASE offer us a solution Dr. Phil

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Im really impressed that this man admits he has that problem. Its good to see that he admits it. i wish my husband would admit. I too wish Dr. Phil woudl of said what the treatment is. He told Colin that its easy to fix.  I wish he would do another show just on this topic. Because my husband of 16 years has ruined almost every family outing, holiday and vacation, not to mention just evenings at home.

He gets furious over everthing. His mother told me he was like that when he was a little kid too.

So..... Dr. Phil do another show on this and tell us where or how to help overcome it.

Its ruining my life and I cant take much more of it. Is it a neruological problem?  Having a short fuse?

 

When I was a kid and threw a temper tantrum my mother busted my butt. I learned that If I didnt deal with frustration in a calm way things would be worse. Maybe these men and women who act that way as adults have never been taught you can throw a hissy fit and Bitch and raise hell when things dont go your way.

I learned that in Kindergarden! 

Help us wives and people who have to live with these people Dr. Phil.

I do salute this man for owning up to it. Thats very honrable in my opinion.

 

Ditto, I could say exactly the same things, and I really thought I was all alone. This is atopic the good Doc should really go into deeper.
 
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December 19, 2007, 11:57 pm PST

12/14 Is This Normal?

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Ditto, I could say exactly the same things, and I really thought I was all alone. This is atopic the good Doc should really go into deeper.

IF you can get the good husbands to the doctor, I would suggest to the doctors a full blood work up and UA done along with anything that pertains to the endocrine system. It all sounds like endo problems to me..

IE: Low or High blood sugar , blood pressure or bi-polar ,anxiety etc..

 

The list goes on and on. try the medical route first and than the psychiatric route and if nothing is found there , try doc Phil :) I believe the man has a camp for the very ill behaved, really.. I still wish  he STILL had a private practice..my insurance would soooo cover him.

 
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December 20, 2007, 7:16 am PST

What A Positive Slant!!

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Research on Canines at Fort Collins Co.

Washington State University  Veterinary units and research of knowledge

 

Dogs learn up to 500 words of vocabulary from their human  guardians  in the language /regions they are in. Sense emotion and know sadness, pain and embarrassment have all 6 senses..

Cats learn 800 word vocabulary from their human guardians in language/regions they are in.Know embarrassment , sadness and pain and basically have all 6 senses

 

Birds learn Ravens /crows, parrots and cockatiels  up to 2000  words possibly more and sense emotion  have all 6 senses

 

All this animals can sense cancer and disease.

People who realize that animals have feelings/emotions and know things that are important to our everyday lives. They work for the blind, deaf, seizure disorders and handicap all the time and do HAVE EMOTION and sharp feelings and know the huge difference between doorbells and hard knocks and soft knocks..

My brother is a veterinarian...and animal behaviorist and I work with many puff butts...Human Society [ needs help and SPCA and may I say, dogs who work in law enforcement.. they not only know they read peoples emotions and sweat and smell the bombs, dope and whatever they are trained to do.. they will. They listen to every last word their partner says.. the officer and the police dog are infact partners and that dog gets as much respect as any officer on that force and gets full burial as all officers do. When the dog get killed in the line of duty the dog get full rights of an officer down.

 

There are Doggie mom's and the SPCA like it this way. People like this have probably been incredibly GOOD parents and this woman is probably the most loving woman to her daughter in-law too and well as her son. Any daughter in-law who would bring her new mom on the DR. Phil show wanted something special to remember the occasion by. The young woman adores this lady and I could see that and she loves that dog too. The woman adores her son and her new daughter and adores her dog. This is A-O-KAY.

The people who adore their pets are the ones far less likely to abuse any child or another human on earth..

Or as my DOG SAY along with his four cats  : all adopted for the rescue shelters..

GIVE PEACE A CHANCE*

I also have 7 children 3 adopted.

You are right and I never looked at it that way.  People who are kind to animals are very often incredibly kind and sensitive people. 

 

I have to disagree with the doggie mommy on one point though- I think that her dog was happy to have company when the doorbell rang.  The dog was wagging her tail and yipping like it was a party.  Maybe I should be a doggie pyschic, huh?

 
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December 20, 2007, 12:14 pm PST

12/14 Is This Normal?

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You are right and I never looked at it that way.  People who are kind to animals are very often incredibly kind and sensitive people. 

 

I have to disagree with the doggie mommy on one point though- I think that her dog was happy to have company when the doorbell rang.  The dog was wagging her tail and yipping like it was a party.  Maybe I should be a doggie pyschic, huh?

U R right on that one for sure*

Usually dogs , when wagging that tail and fast.. really want the company.

They enjoy the "parties" too"  :)

 
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December 21, 2007, 4:29 pm PST

Christine and food problems

It is possible that your problems with food stem from a past life where you died from eating a certain food. It is called cell memory. If you were OK, and then suddenly developed this problem, it is possible that you were that age in a past life when it happened. Often when one finds the original cause, the problem automatically disappears. Consult a reputable psychic to investigate this issue.
 
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December 22, 2007, 1:24 am PST

who do you think you are?

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   Are you for real?   You are on a Pity trip.  You are not taking responsibility for lack of self worth.  You are using the excuse that Oh, I can't let him fail on his Own?   Where is your self worth?   Don't use him for your excuse to stay where you consider confortable,   Don't you have any goals for yourself, why are you letting someone elses lack of self worth drag you down.  WHERE is your head girl,   get  some goals and realize that he is not helping you, you are enabling him to be a bum and free loader, hey, people treat you, the way you let them   where the H    is your selfworth, Time to look in the Mirror and think about why you allow this lazy guy in your life.   Do you have a mother - I'll take care of You attidute?    Well maybe you should have had some kids, they would be more greatful in the long run and would give you back something in return.   You asked the question so,. therefore,    Here is my answer,   Tell him to get off his lazu butt, give him a due date, if he doesn't do it by then, tell him. Meet the date, or GET out!.  Now if he cares, he will do something, if now, he will test you and if you stand you ground, then and only then will he move out, Cause to be honest, I don't think he will change, he will only move  on to his next concur!   Please get out now,

live your life instead of taking care of some lazy, no good user!    Make a promise to yourself and do it now for the New Year.   Life is so great when that burden is off your shoulder.   You know whats funny, you always had the power,   you just never used it.   You know why.   Cause you fill like you owe someone else their happiness and life,    NO you don't, you Are number One, then look at them.    They look pretty sad, don't they, Well tell them to do something about  it ,   You are going to live....Life is TOO short, don't waste another minute on someone who is using you!....Hey, don't mean to be had on you but I have to, to get you to act,   and  that my friend is what you need to do to get rid of the homeless, car-less, money-less lomesone looser!   I wish  Really Really wish you the best,  please move on, get that burden off your back.   It will feel so good.   I have to make one more comment.  I really and turely believe " no one owes anyone a living just because they are with you"   Please think about this.   Good Luck  Sincerely   Kiesa1

Dr Phil? Why do your messages seem so preachy....I don't think I would take your advice even if you were right. You are mean even when you are trying to be nice.
 
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December 22, 2007, 1:37 am PST

Thank you

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My very dear dogs (Sasha also and another) are very dear to me.  However, I draw the line when I hear my relatives call them babies, our little ones or other human characteristics.  I prefer to think of them as very loved PETS and members of the canine family.  We have relatives that put them in the same category and sentence with our children and seem to think of them as the same, i.e., how are your dogs and children, etc.  I really appreciate those that understand the difference between my dogs and my children :-) 

For saying the best response so far.

 

I aso wanted to say that everyone with a pet should really, really, really watch and study the Dog Whisperer. He loves his animals but he does not humanize them....it is just not encouraged because it is not good for the animal. Watch Him!!

 
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December 30, 2007, 9:42 am PST

laughing out loud

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Linda posted, somewhere on this board, that her insistance that everything she did, including wanting Sasha to host the wedding shower, was all done in fun, as a joke. But, was that her initial intent. Or, a bit of 'rewritten history" in response to the general sentiment on this board, that she's nuttier than a holiday fruitcake?

I love these message boards. Lets re-cap shall we? Listen the show was real....are ya still with me? Ok now we have that straight...the fun was of course the humor of it all............did you see my silly nervous faces? Duh, I know Jill is the most important, along with my son....and of course I want them both to be happy. what is funny, and I had hoped was all in fun was all of the comments people have made that are starting to be seemingly nasty and rude, and by the way a little over the top on the area of judgment. We went on the show because I don't see anything wrong with loving my dog as if she were human, but of course I know the difference,and of course because I see human like qualities, and the fact that she acts more human than dog like.....lends me to believe she doesn't know she's a dog. BUT of course I want what is the most healthy for her. I love this little dog!!

I find it interesting that the same people who are shelling out advice (that feels a lot like bashing)and stating that I am not normal or that I should get therapy etc, are not taking their own inventory. You might want to try being nice.....it really does feel good.

DO you really believe you're being helpful and kind throwing the name calling cards? Or lets see do you think its normal to say things about my son not being there.......when in fact he was?  Or saying the unattractive things about me and my relationship with my dog, <let's not get carried away here> Or attacking my personal character when you know all of about five minutes of me?

Truly this was a lighthearted show meant to give you a smile, make you feel all warm and fuzzy, I mean look at this wonderful and extraordinary dog, and something to think about besides the nightmares we usually see. Perhaps when we come for the update show, I will have an opportunity to tell you what has happened since the show.... but until then feel free to laugh, poke fun, and pass judgment...after all it  brings up the ratings for this spot at least. (wink) I am not crazy for the record...........I happen to be crazy about my dog..... is that really so bad? And for the record I see myself more like butterscotch fudge, than holiday fruitcake, but thanks!!!

Peace and blessings to you all...

 
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January 4, 2008, 1:51 pm PST

12/14 Is This Normal?

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I love these message boards. Lets re-cap shall we? Listen the show was real....are ya still with me? Ok now we have that straight...the fun was of course the humor of it all............did you see my silly nervous faces? Duh, I know Jill is the most important, along with my son....and of course I want them both to be happy. what is funny, and I had hoped was all in fun was all of the comments people have made that are starting to be seemingly nasty and rude, and by the way a little over the top on the area of judgment. We went on the show because I don't see anything wrong with loving my dog as if she were human, but of course I know the difference,and of course because I see human like qualities, and the fact that she acts more human than dog like.....lends me to believe she doesn't know she's a dog. BUT of course I want what is the most healthy for her. I love this little dog!!

I find it interesting that the same people who are shelling out advice (that feels a lot like bashing)and stating that I am not normal or that I should get therapy etc, are not taking their own inventory. You might want to try being nice.....it really does feel good.

DO you really believe you're being helpful and kind throwing the name calling cards? Or lets see do you think its normal to say things about my son not being there.......when in fact he was?  Or saying the unattractive things about me and my relationship with my dog, <let's not get carried away here> Or attacking my personal character when you know all of about five minutes of me?

Truly this was a lighthearted show meant to give you a smile, make you feel all warm and fuzzy, I mean look at this wonderful and extraordinary dog, and something to think about besides the nightmares we usually see. Perhaps when we come for the update show, I will have an opportunity to tell you what has happened since the show.... but until then feel free to laugh, poke fun, and pass judgment...after all it  brings up the ratings for this spot at least. (wink) I am not crazy for the record...........I happen to be crazy about my dog..... is that really so bad? And for the record I see myself more like butterscotch fudge, than holiday fruitcake, but thanks!!!

Peace and blessings to you all...

Personally I like you and I think your dog and my dog need a play date. Gage loves them. He gets regular dog dates and play visits and he has a schedule on his nap and bedtimes. He is a lab/border collie mix and was adopted from a foster care family /shelter. I love dogs.The people on this board a bit clueless about animal husbandry or the care or the reality of the show. Give it up they are cluleess.

 
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March 15, 2008, 10:54 am PDT

03/21 Is This Normal?

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It sounds to me like this wedding is going to the dogs. Next thing you know the mother in-law to be will be giving her daughter a dog training manual to use for her son. Although men are dogs and in many cases a dog training manual actually would be of help with things like getting them to listen I don't think you will find a chapter in the dog manual on how to have a dog with table maners. That is best left to the humans and this woman should read a book on table manners herself.
ha ha maybe some women need to use doggie manueals to train men onhow ie  do laundry clean cook pick up after themselves i am blessed my husband is good and respects the work i do and always pitches in!!!  as far as dog wedding some people go too far but with in reason our dog eats off of our forks after we finish!!! not from table!!!! dogs do have table manners to a degree but she needs to curb her obseessive behavior re this
 

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