In ten compelling chapters, Dr. Laura speaks her mind on couples' issues:

1. Stupid Secrets
   Withholding important information for fear of rejection
2. Stupid Egotism
   Asking not what you can do for the relationship but only what the relationship can do for you
3. Stupid Pettiness
   Making a big deal out of the small stuff
4. Stupid Power
   Always trying to be in control
5. Stupid Priorities
   Consuming all your time and energies with work, hobbies, errands, and chores instead of focusing on your relationship
6. Stupid Happiness
   Seeking stimulation and assurance from all the wrong places to satisfy the immature need to feel good
7. Stupid Excuses
   Not being accountable for bad behavior
8. Stupid Liaisons
   Not letting go of negative attachments to friends and relatives who are damaging to your relationship
9. Stupid Mismatch
   Not knowing when to leave and cut your losses
10. Stupid Breakups
    Disconnection for all the wrong reasons