I just wanted to say that I am a fan of Eminem's and I agree that we only see his public persona, but I also know that there is always at least 2 sides to a story. Marshall has hurt Kim and visa versa. It is apparent that Marshall has not had good experiences with women, probably because of his family background. We started out only hearing Marshall's side of the story through his music, interviews ect.
Any one who is somewhat a fan of Eminem knows that the two of them have always been on again off again and there were some really bad moments in their relationship. What I want to know is why is she starting all of this now? Is she really trying to hurt him or his career? If it were not for him and his money she would'nt have any of the nice things she has now. Did she just forget about the horrible things she did to him? I think they have both been in the wrong and I think they both know that. Marshall has had horrible expriences with marriage, he just lost his best friend by a horrible murder, I would think that he doesnt feel great about some of the mistakes he has made, and let's face it he isnt at the top of his game lately with his music, if I decide not to buy another album of his it would be for that reason not because of what Kim Mathers has to say. It seems like she is trying to kick him while he is down. I know from my own experiences and being raised from a broken home myself that the kids hear a lot more than what you think they do. They are not stupid! I hope for the children's sake they can pull it together, stop trying to get back at eachother and act like adults!

kim needs to go some where if she dont like how she is been treated.eminem diservs better any way,he dont need no baby mamma tryin to commit suicide.no matter what eminem does i will allways love him.

I don't ave anything against eminem, i don't anything against kim either. I think what she is doig is wrong talking about this to get back at him, he was very young when he wrote those songs. The way how is mother treated him as u can see is causing all of this he has a lot of anger in him, even though he might joke in his video. Kim is no saint either she almost made eminem kill himself when she took his daughter away from him, i don't think she mentioned that. 1 think its true though marring kim was eminem biggest mistake, he should ave just visist his daughter and take good care of her, he didn't do that, he married kim again to make is daughter happy, but that isn't how realtionships are build, he didn't really love kim he loved his daughter.

after watching the show today i am no longer an eminem fan. i will never purchase any eminem related items ever again. it is sick how he uses the people in his life(including his daughter) to sell his music.

I'm not one that keeps up with celebrity lives but am a fan of Eminem's. I'm glad to see that Kim has opened up to the public with her feelings about her relationship with Marshall. I have to say that I feel bad for her. People think they know someone just because they listen to one side of the story. But Kim's side makes people question if they really think that they knew Eminem (Marshall) as much as they thought they did. You only know the public persona.

I think it was so inappropriate for Jill Dobson of Star magazine to be on the show, discussing Kim Mathers as if she knows her.. she smiled throughout the show and it wasn't a laughing matter. Please do not bring her back on the show.

I just watched the show about Kim Mathers where Jill Dobson from Star Magazine was commenting. It just strikes me as to how glib and stone cold she is. Here she is talking about somone who has been traumtized by very hurtful actions from her ex-husband and Jill just can't smile any wider. It may make good fodder for the media but these are real people with real feelings. Very chilling and repulsive.

I saw your show today and was VERY intrested in it because I just LOVE how you get to the point and I also LOVE your advice, too! You are VERY good at what you do. Anyways, I used to be a big huge fan of Eminem and I now regret for ever being his fan because in my oppion he is not a good rolemodel and also he is a very bad parent and spouse. I'm glade that Kim got rid of him. She dosen' t need someone like him in her life especially her daughter. How could he put his own daughter through all of this? And then he turns around and says "how much he loves his daugheter." That is bunch of bull. If he really loved his daughter and Kim he would show more respect PERIOD! And I don't care if he is saying all the stuff about them for thearapy. Because its all bunch of bull and he just wants to get paid for it. And that is sad REALLY sad! I'm still surprise that he is still famous for all the stuff that he does. I can't stand him anymore! He makes me sick! I also knew that all the stuff that he said about Kim wasn' t true because the only way if all that stuff was true is if she said it from herself. Thats just the kind of person that I'am. I won' t believe something about somebody unless I hear it from them. Case close!

I think (Marshal)is makeing music by expressing his feelings.Kim says,"its his therapy" and shes probably right.He is expressing his anger and hate for his mom and childhood by droping tracks about his life.Most of his music relates to everyday life of childrend and teens growing up in a life home with similar problems and feelings as Marsals.(I can relate to some.I like his music its touching)If he is useing drugs maybe that is an effect of him going in and out of her life,thinking yes I want her then no I dont.Really he needs to think about Haleys feelings.

I don't recall ever having listened to Eminem, and don't really have the urge to ever. I have naturally heard of him before and his wife and after listening to Kim speak up I think it dreadful how he treated her and his child. Of course there is always more to every story, and many more sides...but she either deserves an academy award for that interview or she was being honest and open. I think the latter.

Good job on getting the interview, Dr. Keith. I couldn't think of anyone better to open up to and be honest with.

Kess

I must say this.I think you finally got through to that lady at the end of the segment.I agree that she needs to move ON! I also knew that she was not going to like what you had to say about getting away from him.It was an obvious case of why buy the cow?Besides,they were just hanging on for sex.I hope she'll move on and find someone to treat her better!

yes, I got back with an x and it was a mistake. even 4 yrs later I still think it was a mistake. dont do it, move on.

wow, i watched your show about i want my ex back. i swear that first lady on the show was me and that guy was my boyfriend. we are identical. i missed the first part, but, i have been in this relationship for almost 17 years and 3 kids with him. tell her if she leaves him i'll leave mine. i realize it can't be very healthy for the kids or us. i don't think they love us it's all about them. thanks dr. keith, i love your show and this one was my life. it makes me sad i have waited this long. good luck with your show. p.s. that's if he hasn't already left me again.

I can readily relate to the young man who is 6 days from divorce. It has ruined my life and that of my children. He is fortunate if indeed he has 'waked up'; I wish I had 30 yrs sooner. He is unfortunate that apparently he woke up too late for this current relationship. The young lady did all she could but finally reached her breaking point, she finally stood up for herself...she had to. I wish her well in the future and hope he has 'learned' about himself so that he, too, can find a relationship that can be 'real'. I still believe it is worth it but you do have to 'love' yourself first.

hello Im christina me and my boyfriend broke up on new years eve because he was cheating on me we recently just got back together but i have a feelign hes cheating again with my best friend i really dont know what to do please help

I usually agree with your insights, but I am very concerned about the advice you gave to the couple on the show today. This man has a history of controlling and emotionally abusive behavior. If he has not been physically abusive yet, the risk appears to be high that he may. Most all abuse starts out in the form of verbal abuse, lack of respect, and control. He does fit the profile of a batterer. Not only is he disrespectful and controlling, but he also cycles between abusive behavior and apologies and appears to be very dependent. This life time pattern (as he said) does not change with a "spiritual awakening" and a few counseling sessions. I applaud this woman for caring enough for herself to remain strong and not return to him, unlike so many women in abusive relationships. In fact, his lack of change is evident in the way he did not respect her feelings. She was very clear in telling him NO, yet he repeatedly refused to accept her answer. Please do more to educate your viewers on the warning signs for abusive relationships. Domestic violence is an enormous problem in this country. Your show could make a difference in promoting healthy relationships, and discouraging unhealthy ones.

Dr. Keith,

Regarding today's "Take back your ex" show I would just like to say that there is something else that happens to women after they've been treated terrible. We change and want different things. Regardless of whether the man wants another chance our (my) priorities changed. We may no longer love or like them and might also want to focus on other areas in our lives (career, school, etc) besides relationships while we really heal. It is sad that we are called "hard hearted" when we have to stand our ground and listen to "our" hearts and do what's best for ourselves.

Sincerely,
Anne

Hi, Im only 18. My boyfriend of 3 years recently left me, but im not sure why. Im not sure because he didnt actually say its over, he just started ignoring me. His brother told me he caught him talking to his ex girlfriend but I cant know if thats true. Since he never actually said its over it makes it hurt so much because i live everyday wondering, what hes doing, if he loves me still? I want him back so much but I want closure more. Im tired of wondering.

I am listening to your show today and just heard the lady that wanted her "abusive" ex back, has sex with him about once a month, says she wants to get over him but then gets lonely. I want to share the advice my mother gave me years ago. "There is no lonely like being married and being alone. If your single you can always do something about it." I know they are not "together" now but emotinally she is still with him. I found out my mother was so right. Maybe if she thinks about this for awhile she may find she is not as lonely as she thought. I hope she gets her life together, not only for herself but for her kids too.

Hello, I want my ex back. We broke up last week, because of the things I didn't do, now I have relized what I had, and would do anything to have it back. We have a 7 year old son, who thinks the world of both of use. She tells me that she needs space, the promble is that we live togeter. I'm trying very hard to give her what she wants and needs. Not sure what to do Pleese help.

Hi I was wondering if you could help me with my ex husband. My husband and I was married and then divorced 5 years later and now back together and now it is still not working and I have changed for the better for him and he will not change or he will say maybe its you. What do I do . Thanks Amy

Despite great respect for you and your insights, such as those in your book about Scott Petersen and the genesis of his sociopathy, you did a disservice to the woman on your show who was six days from the divorce she wanted. After a "marriage" riddled with physical and emotional rejection, ridicule, outright infidelity and extreme financial exploitation in which she supported the man and he provided nothing - not even her ring - the woman did the one thing a mentally healthy woman would have to do - she escaped. Instead of validating her, you accepted the word of the man whose "spiritual" journey you did not even question. He said he went to counseling - how many times? For how long? What did he learn that he did not previously know? And didn't you notice his complete lack of affect with the woman herself? He barely looked at her? Remind you of anyone - a defendant who sat in a courtroom with a flat affect, perhaps? Why didn't you educate the audience and yourself about the full scope of his controlling and financially exploitative behaviors? They simply did not square with his claim that he did what he did because he felt unworthy of the wife he had. I am so upset for that woman. SHE, and only she, made the courageous and responsible choice. He came to you because he sought attention and control, and you gave him both. You knew better. What second chance didn't you get, that would prompt your abandonment of reason and empathy for the woman, and your pressure on her to reconsider?

COULD THIS PERSON HAVE OCD? BECAUSE HE SAID NOTHING WAS GOOD ENOUGH EVEN IF THE HOUSE WAS CLEAN HE WOULD FIND SOMETHING OUT OF PLACE. MY OTHER QUESTION IS, IF SHE GAVE HIM "SO MANY CHANCES" WHAT WOULD BE THE HARM OF ONE MORE..??