In a personal column, Angela Epstein describes what she characterizes as a “horrible new habit” she says more middle-aged men have begun to display. The piece is framed as a conversation and observation made by the author at a recent wedding reception, where she reports idling over a glass of Prosecco and speaking with a younger woman interested in pursuing a media career. From that setting, Epstein presents her view that many husbands may be affected by the habit she identifies, and she says she also knows how to deal with it. The available excerpts emphasize the author’s claim and her intent to offer guidance, but they do not provide specific details about the habit itself or the suggested remedies. The articles appear to be from the same outlet and share matching wording in the provided text, indicating the same column content. Overall, the reporting provided is limited to the author’s framing and does not include corroborating evidence or responses from other parties.