I counseled a 75-year-old married, bi-sexual man who was having a gay affair and was not having sex with his wife to continue his secret life because that seemed like the kindest thing to do. But a young woman embarking on married life, hoping to start a family with her husband, needs to at least know he's already living a double life.
Emily YoffeThe biggest problem is that people want to tell the whole story, and they write letters that are way longer than anything I could possibly run.
Emily YoffeIt is a mystery why people think they need to act as their friends' dietitian, nonetheless it's common.
Emily YoffeInsecurity is a toxin and confidence is a tonic, so make the choice not to dwell on the worst possible case.
Emily YoffeUnless you work at the Republican National Committee or some other conservatively affiliated organization, people's personal political preferences should not be a criterion for employment or comfort in the workplace.
Emily YoffeOnce an affair is over, the cheaters need to agree not to see each other anymore in order to reestablish trust with their spouses.
Emily YoffeI marvel with distress that in 2015 we are fighting the vaccination wars. It is deeply disturbing that people who should be able to weigh discredited so-called studies instead believe garbage, and so are willing to endanger their children and others. I sincerely hope this madness burns itself out before a lot more people get hurt.
Emily Yoffe