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The Importance of Being a Mother
In his various marriages, the author has had to intervene with the mothers of his stepsons to provide them with masculine guidance. He believes that boys naturally push back against their mothers' attempts to control them, which can continue into adulthood. He advises the mothers to step back and just be loving and nurturing, leaving the discipline to him. The author finds that his quiet approach to discipline is more effective than the mothers' tendency to yell.