What Was Your Mom’s Favorite Mantra?
The New York Times is inviting readers to share the most memorable sayings their mothers taught them, tying the call‑for‑submissions to the upcoming Mother’s Day holiday. The crowdsourced collection highlights a blend of humorous quips, practical advice, and heartfelt maxims that have shaped readers’ lives. By publishing these anecdotes, the paper aims to foster community interaction and generate fresh content for its digital platforms. The initiative also serves as a cultural snapshot of intergenerational wisdom in contemporary America.
When Teens Are Pressured to Send Sexual Images
A JAMA Network Open study of more than 6,200 young adults revealed that image‑based sexual harassment before age 18 is overwhelmingly gendered, with over 90% of victims being female. More than half of those coerced complied, and the pressure most...
My Sister Doesn’t Want to Spend Time With My Kids
The writer’s sister declined a family vacation, citing exhaustion from spending time with the children, which the writer perceives as rejection. The therapist explains that recent family losses and relocations have heightened emotional stakes, making the trip symbolic of cohesion....
My Son’s Wife Berates Him. Should I Step In?
A parent observes frequent, demeaning arguments between her son and daughter‑in‑law, often occurring when no other guests are present. The mother wonders whether to intervene, especially given the couple’s stressors such as a demanding business and the wife’s family issues....