There’s a lot to worry about, but there’s also a right way to worry.
This weekend, I am writing to you from my home, and if you’re like many Americans right now you might be reading this in your own while practicing “social distancing.” Many people in other countries have already retreated indoors (this is what life under lockdown is like in Italy) and an increasing number in the United States have begun to take precautions, while being confronted with a chaotic response to containment. In this moment, it’s important to take care of yourself and be vigilant, while not obsessing too much over the virus’s statistics. The best response to the current situation? Altruism. Stay up-to-date with free access to the latest coronavirus coverage from The Times here. — Alexandra March |
This Is a Good Time to Stop Fighting Anxiety |
 | | Sarah Mazzetti |
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“Accepting our anxiety doesn’t mean that its focus isn’t valid — there is plenty to be worried about personally, politically and globally right now. But it does mean that we don’t want anxiety to be our solution to these problems.” |
We Forgot About the Most Important Job on the Internet |
 | | Illustration by Selman Design; Photograph by Getty Images |
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Comment moderators are on the front lines of the internet, but they do so much more than fight the good fight. While they serve to regulate chatter that’s beyond the pale, they also guide us toward delight and make sure we’re having a good time. |
The Internet Makes Motherhood Seem Miserable. |
 | | Kiersten Essenpreis |
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Decades ago, it was polite to socially speak about parenting with a warm glow. Now, moms discuss coping with postpartum depression, enumerate their sacrifices and share videos of how bad sleep deprivation can get. But what if it’s not always that bad? What if everything could turn out OK? |
Yes, I’m Turning 50. No, I’m Not Really Ready. |
 | | Sally Thurer |
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“When I was 45, a friend asked: ‘Do you feel like you have five years left before no one wants to sleep with you anymore?’ … Someone does still want to sleep with you, but you don’t get to decide who that is,” says Pamela Druckerman, who offers 10 other reflections on turning 50. |
Why America Will Never Get Medicare for All |
 | | Keith Negley |
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Why doesn’t the United States have universal health care? Why aren’t some of the more progressive policies that would help so many Americans not already in place? One word: racism. |
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