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.
How to Make Life More Transcendent
Even if you’re not religious
Adoption Is Not a Fairy-Tale Ending
It’s a complicated beginning.
Babies Don’t Need Fancy Things
Our culture sends parents the message that if they buy the right products, they can ensure their child’s success. The idea is an illusion—but a tempting one.
The Only Two Choices I’ve Ever Made
Motherhood and divorce
Envy, the Happiness Killer
Eradicating this ugly emotion entirely would be impossible, but we can stop fueling it with our behavior.
Why We Long for the Most Difficult Days of Parenthood
Older parents are always telling parents of young children to cherish every second; it will be gone in a flash. But it’s very difficult advice to follow in the thick of it.
I Thought I’d Found a Cheat Code for Parenting
But by gamifying my kids’ lives, I was toying with powers I did not understand.
If You Want Success, Pursue Happiness
Many people chase achievement, assuming it will lead to well-being. They should reverse that order of operations.
Why We Do Things We Know We’ll Regret
Our instincts often steer us to love things and use people. We need to do the opposite.
Technology Can Make Your Relationships Shallower
But it’s all in how you use it.