Dear Girly

Q: I think my boyfriend is cheating on me because he keeps his phone locked and hides it when I walk by. What should I do? A: First, let’s not jump straight to “cheating” just because his phone’s locked—he could be hiding way worse stuff, like his Candy Crush obsession or his attempt at writing poetry. But if your gut’s telling you something, here’s the plan: don’t snoop. … [Read more...] about Dear Digi-Debbie

Q: I’m drowning in laundry, meal prep, work, and social obligations. How do I manage it all? A: Ah, the modern life trifecta: stressed, over-caffeinated, and behind on laundry. Step one: simplify your social obligations—“Sorry, I’m busy” is a magical phrase. Step two: laundry hacks! Invest in more socks and underwear so you can push laundry day out another week. Or better … [Read more...] about Dear Overwhelmed Olive

Q: I’ve been ghosted after three amazing dates. Should I text him again? A: Honestly, if he ghosted you after three amazing dates, he doesn’t deserve your time, energy, or data usage. But if you really want closure, send one light, nonchalant text like, “Hey, just wanted to check if you’re alive—no pressure.” If he doesn’t reply, then you have your answer: he’s either a … [Read more...] about Dear Ghosted Greta

Q: Dating apps are exhausting. Everyone seems boring or creepy. Any advice? A: First off, swipe fatigue is real, and you deserve a medal for even trying to find love in a sea of gym selfies and fish-holding photos. To filter out the duds, make your profile stand out—write something honest but funny, like, “Looking for someone who shares my love of pizza and my tolerance for … [Read more...] about Dear Swipe-Left Sylvia

Q: I can’t find a skincare routine that works for me. Any recommendations? A: Start simple: cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen. That’s the Holy Trinity of skincare. Don’t fall into the trap of 27-step routines unless you enjoy spreadsheets in your bathroom. And please, for the love of all that is dewy and hydrated, patch-test new products—nobody wants to discover they’re … [Read more...] about Dear Picky Paula