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How to adjust to using your friend's preferred pronouns

@the_kitschwitch This essay reflects the thoughts and opinions of the author. "It's not that you've changed who you are, it's that you finally understood how to express who you are." -A.H. From a young age, we're conditioned to assume a person's pronouns...
LIFE: Tough Stuff

Staying centered during times of crisis: GL's editor-in-chief on the state of the world this summer

I don't think we've ever done an article that I hoped would be completely irrelevant by the time you cracked open this magazine. But, sadly, that's probably not going to be the case. This summer should have been a summer "off."...

LIFE: Friends

4 handmade birthday gift ideas for your bestie

Finding the *perfect* gift for your number one bestie can be easier said than done. After all, finding the gift that's so them to show them how much you care is a challenge, especially when the love you have for...
LIFE: Tough Stuff

The crisis in Ukraine: How to care about the world while caring for yourself

Is inner peace an option when there's a war going on? After a long day of school and studying, you grab your phone and scroll TikTok, more than ready for a mental break. As usual, videos of cute puppies, DIY room...

LIFE: Family

It's not a competition: How to stop comparing yourself to your siblings

Everyone always says that you should look up to your sibling, and they should look up to you—but no one talks about what to do when you look at your sibling and start to feel competitive. (We've all been there...
LIFE: Get Inspired

12 summer photo ideas for Instagram (plus cute captions!)

What time is it? Summertime! School's almost out, and it's time to spend the days hanging with your squad and soaking up the sun. When it comes to having the best summer vacay, having the perfect beachy Insta feed is...

LIFE: Friends

5 signs that you've found your BFFs for life

@lilia Whether you've been besties for 10 years or 10 months, some friendships are just for life. It's important to recognize the amaze things that your besties can bring (surprise Starbucks runs? a shoulder to cry on? supportive notes in your...
LIFE: Dear Carol

"Dear Carol, my mom is making me anxious"

Dear Carol, My mom has been a huge source of anxiety for me lately. She's been going through a lot of stress because she and my dad are in a rough patch, and she's been slammed at work. I feel...

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