The Most Tortured Relationship in America
Monogamy is one of the last bipartisan ideals—even if people struggle to live up to it.
Family
In Praise of ‘Difficult’ Kids
Feisty children can be exhausting. They also possess a moral fire that deserves cultivating.
The Endless Goodbye
More than a decade before my dad died, I lost him to dementia.
Everyone Thinks They Need a NeeDoh
But no one can find one.
The Nocturnals
While most people are fast asleep, some ultra-introverts are going about their lives, reveling in the quiet and solitude. They challenge a core assumption of psychology: that all humans need social connection.
The Seven Habits That Lead to Happiness in Old Age
Your well-being is like a retirement account: The sooner you invest, the greater your returns will be.
The Dark Side of Saying Work Is ‘Like a Family’
The analogy is accurate—in many unhealthy, manipulative, and toxic ways.
The Unexpected Joy of Finding Your Best Friends in Your 40s
“We can just let loose and be ourselves like we were when we were boys.”
The Next Century’s Big Demographic Mystery
Experts can’t agree on how many humans will be on Earth by 2100. The implications could be profound.
The Common Dating Strategy That’s Totally Wrong
If you’re looking for romance, stop focusing on what you and your date have in common.
Why We Count Babies’ Ages in Months
Parenthood comes with a flurry of new vernacular. This norm kept me tied to reality.
Let Your Kids Be Bad at Things
When parenting becomes about perfectionism, you’re missing the point.
The Age of the Unique Baby Name
Parents used to want kids to fit in. Now they want them to stand out.
The Problem With ‘No Regrets’
If you never pine for a different past, you’ll stay trapped in a cycle of mistakes.