In Praise of ‘Difficult’ Kids
Feisty children can be exhausting. They also possess a moral fire that deserves cultivating.
Family
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 Sneaky-Saver Generation
Gen Z may have a Peter Pan reputation—but it’s also saving a lot of money.
What It’s Like to Win a Pulitzer With a Family Member
A father and a son reflect on being both colleagues and relatives.
Why Dad’s Side of the Family Tends to Miss Out
Many people have stronger bonds with their maternal relatives. Why?
Raising a Daughter With a Body Like Mine
I worried that any child of mine could become collateral damage in my eating disorder. Instead, she’s allowed me to see myself through the eyes of a mother.
The Wedding Trend Couples Love and Guests Hate
Why do newlyweds seem to think people want custom wedding merch taking up space in cabinets and drawers for years to come?
Embrace the Awkward Silence
Conversational lulls may be harder to avoid than ever—so we might as well get used to them.
What Home Cooking Does That Restaurants Can’t
When we eat, the social context matters perhaps even more than the food.
America Is in Its Insecure-Attachment Era
Discomfort with intimacy seems to be on the rise—and no one’s quite sure why.
The Parenting Prophecy
The way someone was raised often shows up in the way they raise their own kids—for better or worse.
Dear Therapist: I Won’t Marry Someone With a Mountain of Debt
After learning the full scope of my boyfriend’s finances, I don’t know if I should continue the relationship.
A Crucial Character Trait for Happiness
Don’t curb your enthusiasm.