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fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

What to Wear in Tokyo: A Style Guide to the Vibrant City

In Japan, locals will often hide their shoulders, décolletage, or both. So long as you're avoiding low cut tank tops with thin straps, you're already off to a good start.
Fashion & style
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Is It Acceptable for Men To Drink From a Straw?

Men have a complicated relationship with straws, often avoiding them based on cultural perceptions.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Parents Are Sharing The "Unconventional" Ways They Raised Their Children

Unconventional parenting methods often challenge societal norms and prioritize personal values over traditional practices.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's not just pleasure it's resistance': portraits of people with their sex toys around the world

Cultural norms dictate that sexual lives remain private and procreative, failing to embrace pleasure and exploration.
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Women's Bodies May Actually Be Inherently Stronger-But Science Is Only Just Figuring It Out

Conventional beliefs about women's bodies being weaker than men's are myths, as research shows that cultural factors significantly shape perceptions of strength.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Britons say sorry' in 15 different ways but which one really means genuine regret?

Britons use the word 'sorry' in many contexts, with only one genuinely expressing true regret.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Steps to Feel Safe in a Stressful World

Daily activities reflect human priorities and values, with interrelated impacts on our lives and others.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Do Restaurants In Turkey Serve Alcohol? - Tasting Table

The legal drinking age in Turkey is 18, and all establishments serving alcohol must be licensed. Selling alcohol is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Travel
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: We were yelled at in a Paris opera house. Were we in the wrong?

While Miss Manners recognizes the challenges of enjoying food during lengthy performances, she emphasizes that eating in an opera house is not generally acceptable behavior.
Dining
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Why Young People Are Hooking Up Less Than Ever

Young people, despite the accessibility of sex, seem to be engaging in it less, raising questions about changing norms and pressures.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Cultural Norms May Influence Sleep and Health

Cultural norms influence the relationship between sleep and health; more sleep correlates with better health regardless of local expectations.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

People told my dad not to bother educating his 4 daughters. He didn't listen

A father's commitment to his daughters' education defies societal norms in rural Kenya.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Athletes Do (and Don't) Report Abuse in Sports

Fear of retaliation and disbelief keep athletes silent about abuse.
Toxic norms frame abuse as toughness, making it hard to recognize.
Survivors report more when met with belief and support.
Reporting must protect athletes, not punish them.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Unwanted Parenthood: Father's Day Edition

Many parents feel societal pressure to have children, often leading to emotional challenges and regrets.
Parental regret, though rarely discussed, significantly impacts family dynamics and can be key to healing.
fromThe Local Germany
3 years ago

10 German life hacks to make you feel like a local

In Germany, punctuality is not just appreciated; it's a crucial social norm. If you want to integrate smoothly, being on time is imperative.
Germany news
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

I Pee Sitting Down. No, That Doesn't Make Me Less Manly.

Cultural norms significantly influence men's bathroom habits, with sitting down to pee being more common in Europe than the U.S.
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

These 11 Baby Names Have Been Banned in the U.S.

In the U.S., parents enjoy vast freedom in naming their children, but at least 11 specific names are legally banned across various states due to court rulings.
Parenting
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Why are you cursing? - Harvard Gazette

Swearing and taboo words evolve according to cultural norms and societal values over time.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Men Disappear From Their Own Fertility Journey

Men often suppress their feelings during fertility struggles, believing they must remain strong and supportive.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

Japan Cracks Down on Unique Baby Names: See the Names That Are Getting Parents in Trouble

New laws in Japan restrict unique names to simplify kanji pronunciation and protect children from potential bullying.
Cocktails
fromBon Appetit
3 months ago

Bartenders Are Tired of the "Girly Glass" Discourse

Individual preferences in drink orders often reflect deeper societal notions of masculinity and femininity.
NYC LGBT
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Young Men Are Looking For "Manly Cities" to Live In

Young men consider 'manliness' a key factor when choosing where to live.
Cities like Charlotte and Nashville have been highlighted as favorable for young men.
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 months ago

Do you have to get naked in the sauna in Sweden?

"Sauna is individual. If you have a towel or your swimsuit or if you are naked, it's up to you," says Svante Spolander, co-founder of Sweden's Bastuakademien.
Privacy professionals
Women
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Hannah Quinn-Mulligan: I'd like to think Michael Collins would tog out in a skort to expose our camogie hypocrisy

The double standard between men's and women's games reflects ingrained cultural biases that prioritize men's contributions over women's.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Wired for Care: How Technology Is Rewriting Motherhood

Maternal roles are evolving due to technology, yet often still reinforce traditional burdens rather than liberate mothers.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Knowing When to Give Up

Reframing quitting can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.
Persistence may not always be the right choice and can have psychological consequences.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The "Real Man" Paradox

When men step outside these prescribed roles or question the expectations placed upon them, society deploys powerful linguistic weapons to bring them back in line.
Women
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Latest anti-aging obsession is getting inked with pink tattoos on these bizarre places

As the beauty trend takes off, it raises questions about societal beauty norms and the lengths individuals go to in order to meet them.
Alternative medicine
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

I Nursed My Child for Four Years and 17 Days. Believe Me, I've Heard Your Opinion.

"The word still kept recurring in conversations about bodyfeeding more and more often as my nursling grew older. The implication...is that there is a period of time in which nursing is acceptable and expected."
Parenting
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Dear Mary: My husband's birthday present has made me feel he no longer finds me sexy, or fancies me

Open attitudes towards nudity promote positive body image and acceptance.
Rejecting traditional values allows for a unique, loving family dynamic.
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