Michelle Obama Reveals Barack's Annoying Chewing Habit Amid Empty-Nester Challenges

Michelle Obama revealed on her IMO podcast that she and her husband, Barack Obama, face new challenges as empty-nesters, particularly during dinner conversations which have become quieter now that their daughters, Sasha and Malia, have moved out. She humorously admitted that a major pet peeve is the way Barack chews his food, a habit that also irritates their daughters. During a discussion with couples therapist Dr. Orna Guralnik, Michelle expressed reluctance to share her true thoughts about this annoyance with Barack, joking that she might "smack him upside the head" because of it. The therapist encouraged Michelle to consider addressing these feelings openly, suggesting that even silence between partners can be meaningful. Despite this playful critique, Michelle and Barack continue to navigate their relationship with humor and honesty. The conversation highlighted the complexities of marriage dynamics post-parenting and how couples adjust to new phases of life together.