I got fat. I got bloated. I lost some hair. Is that what you wanted to hear? No, you wanted me to say that my skin started glowing, my confidence skyrocketed, and I had the oh-so-common epiphany that social media was ruining my life. False. What I actually gained was clarity on my body, my …
“Why am I so attached to a man who l’ve never dated but spent six months chasing on and off? He seems like an avoidant yet every time I tell him to change, he says it’s too much for him, and that he can’t be the man for me. I never get mad at him, …
Welcome to the Gospel of Bella: A new series from segments of my diary, past journals, and archives that spoke to me and other readers. Take what you need from any quotes and leave the rest. Quotes: “But that’s just my nature. I love searching. Finding. Revealing. Hiding. And I think the biggest misfortune of …
“I’m on talking to terms with my ex of 2 years. We started snapping again and hung out once. I feel like I’ve moved on since I moved after our breakup but now that I’m back home and snapping him I feel a little upset that he does not see me more than just a …
I’ve spent most of my life overanalyzing. Asking “why” like it was a prayer… or a curse. Every problem, every situation, every event had to have a search for reason. Why did this happen? Why do I feel like this? Why can’t I let it go? And every “why” just led to more questions. More spirals. …
There’s something about the right lip combo that makes you feel put together, even if your outfit’s a mess. L’Oréal Paris just sent me the dreamiest lineup of lip products, and after some testing (and falling in love), I’ve found your new go-to shades. If you love a soft, natural lip with just the right …
Everyone wants experience, but no one wants to give you your first chance. By my junior year, I had secured seven internships, and no, I didn’t have a mentor or insider connections. I just knew how to make the right moves. Here’s how I did it: 1. Unpaid Internships (Only If You Can!) I took …
