Treating Male Answer Syndrome

Men should practice saying, "I don't know." Try it in front of a mirror: "I don't know." Practice alternative ways of saying it: "I have no idea." "I haven't really thought about it." "I'd have to bone up a bit."

Say it until it comes naturally to your lips. Say it until it crowds out the impulse to mansplain. Eventually, your Male Answer Syndrome will subside. It might even go into remission. 

Obviously, if you are a cardiologist and someone asks about heart attacks, you are free to respond. But if you are a cardiologist and someone asks about the trade deficit, say, "I don't really know."

When you have mastered it, put a cherry on top and say, "What do you think?"

Go on, do it. Amaze your friends, especially the women in your life. You'll be amazed at how much simpler your life will be.