Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2019/January 2020 i Cosmopolitan

JUSTIN BIEBER & HAILEY BALDWIN Eeep. Psychic Jayne Wallace predicts the newlyweds will have some *shit* to work through. HB protects Biebs, but it’s often one-sided, so she’ll be feeling emotionally stunted, anxious, and lonely. Without a lot of trust between them, they’ll be in couples counseling before the year’s over…but they won’t break up! Special thanks to the three famous visionaries—Chris Medina, Thomas John, and Jayne Wallace—who gave us these predictions, so we don’t get too invested in a pair that’s just going to split with no regard for our well-being whatsoever. TRAVIS SCOTT & KYLIE JENNER Kylie will be all about passionate, loving vibes in 2020, says Wallace. She’s definitely not done with Travis, but she’ll be looking for more from him, especially when it comes to moral…

Droid A robot that stores tons of info, like a walking cloud. Some speak English and can be your BFF, and others just say “beep” and “boop.” The Force A mysterious, kinda woo-woo energy in the universe. A group called the Jedi uses the Force for good. But obvs, there are a bunch of villains who want to use it for evil. Lightsaber A sword with a luminescent, humming energy blade that doubles as a shade detector. His lights up green? He is pure, like a Jonas brother. Red? He’s basically Ted Bundy. Stormtrooper A soldier for the bad guys Yoda The wee and wise alien who taught all the best Jedi how to use the Force. Very Buddha, much zen.…

nicole Kidman is weirdly good at giving onscreen parental vibes, and her next role is—you guessed it—another mother, in HBO’s The Undoing. But what’s weirder is that her characters can feel freakishly similar to your mom. Answer these Qs about your OG and see what we mean. 1. You get a “Call me” VM. She probs needs to tell you: A Something serious. B Tonight’s dinner plans. You’re being dragged to another event. C Her friend has a job op for you. Nepotism works in your favor! D You looked pale in your last Insta. Should you be getting more sun? 2. It’s time to do your own health insurance. Mommy dearest’s advice: A “Deep breaths. Evaluate your options. The answer will come to you.” B “Call our family lawyer.…

START HERE Okay, so whose at tention do you want? The lady who loves quality time but is too busy for her spawn. 1 Greg. I met him at a dive bar and we maybe made out. My BFF, whose phone is an extension of her hand. Are you double-tapping your last text to add a “?” (Or, like, actually typing a “?”) Yes, it’d be but a wee punctuation notation. 1 Nah, it’s a new message. I have thoughts. Nope. I have an Android. Does the potential double text pertain to your first text? Follow-up questions are essential for my sanity. Well, it’s basically just shade for not answering. 3 This is fresh content (aka a pic of the Leo look-alike I spotted). 2 Be honest: How long has…

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i’m happy to report that, despite all concerns to the contrary, adding a face oil to your routine won’t make your skin one bit greasier—just glowier. Oils can actually strengthen your skin’s protective barrier, which keeps in good things like water and nutrients while blocking microbes, pollutants, and allergens, says Sarah Villafranco, MD, founder of skincare brand Osmia Organics. All this is essential for clear, healthy-looking skin—no matter your skin type. It sounds counterintuitive, but using a face oil can even make your skin less oily, since it allows sebaceous glands (aka the ones that pump out oil) to get into a more balanced state, says Dr. Villafranco. But here’s the catch: If you use the wrong facial oil or apply it the wrong way, your skin will become a…

“What’s your favorite product?” “Why is your skin so good?” “But what do you actually use?” As Cosmo’s senior beauty editor, I get these questions all the time. (Okay, I’ve only ever gotten the last one once, but it was the best compliment of my life so just let me live.) I give pretty much the same answer to everyone who asks: spironolactone. It’s my favorite “product,” it’s what I “use” every day, and it’s why my skin is (finally!) clear. Before I started taking it, I would regularly break out all over my chin and jawline. The not-cute red cysts didn’t respond to traditional meds like retinoids or benzoyl peroxide, took weeks to heal, and took even longer to fade away entirely. You better believe I was sick of…

L'Oreal Paris $15 Infallible Up to 24HR Fresh Wear Foundation FOUNDATION “To lock everything in, I put one pump of this medium-coverage formula on a damp makeup sponge and stipple it all over a client’s face as her moisturizer dries.” Q-tips $1 Trave1 Pack COTTONS WABS “This travel-size kit is money! Cotton buds are worth their weight in gold because they help you clean up any mistake. There isn’t a makeup artist who doesn’t carry them.” Maybelline New York $8 Brow Ultra Slim Defining Eyebrow Pencil BROW PENCIL There’s no difference between one that’s $6 and one that’s $26… sorry! Just make sure you get a shade that’s cool-toned versus warm-toned—it’ll look more natural.” Ardell $6 Wispies Clusters FALSE LASHES “They. Hold. Their. Shape. I curl the natural lash, go…

JSYK, our roundup of astro-inspired prezzies is one of our most popular web stories Every. Single. Year. because it’s that creepily accurate. aries The ~stars~ are making Aries hyperfocused on career and self-image right now (get yours, girl), so practical gifts—like a new coffee machine that will jolt them awake during weekdays or some profesh-looking red booties—will get the biggest (and most sincere) thank-yous. taurus Our Taurean friends are ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty. So it’s in everyone’s best interest to give them pretty things, including but not limited to chic bags, delish-smelling spritzes, and silk pillowcases that’ll keep their hair and skin on point. gemini Y’all know our sweet Gems, with all their diverse interests, are not the easiest to shop for—but they do love learning, and…

Anybody else sick of the dumb euphemisms women have been stuck with to express ourselves like “turned on,” “thirsty,” and “some type of way,” when really, that type of way is just plain ol’ horny? Not only should we own the word, we should honor the whole damn experience. You know the one: when you have such an animalistic need to get it on that you text your ex who completely sucks as a person but makes you lose your mind in bed, or when you nearly implode from the sight of someone in gray sweatpants, or when PDA that grosses you out on an intellectual level ruins you on a hormonal level…those moments are a GD human right, and it’s about time we lean TF in. Look things have…

By SABRINA ROJAS WEISS ADAPTED FROM The Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics, BY OLIVIA WAITE “Don’t move unless I say,” Lucy said, and bit Catherine’s earlobe. Catherine let out a soft wordless cry, then nodded Lucy murmured approval, nudged Catherine’s feet slightly apart, and proceeded to drive Catherine nearly out of her skin with pleasure. Lucy’s hands were everywhere, sliding and teasing, every caress a prelude to the heat and slickness of that generous, tormenting mouth. Catherine gripped the wood of the bedpost until she feared it might crack, eagerly following Lucy’s every whispered command: this way, a little more, hold still, don’t you dare come yet. Catherine was wound so tight with it all that she nearly tumbled over the edge into climax when she felt Lucy’s sigh blow…

Best party trick ever: slicing the cork off your champagne. Yes, it’s possible. No, you don’t need a machete. All you need is the butter knife in your kitchen drawer, a super-cold bottle of bubbly, and confidence. A lot of confidence. STEP 1 Keep that puppy on ice for at least three hours before you plan to pop it. Then, after you’ve gathered everyone to watch your sweet move, remove the foil and the cage around the cork. STEP 2 Grab the bottle close to the bottom and angle it up and away from yourself (and your guests!). Find the seam on the glass and turn it to face you. Breathe. STEP 3 Slide the back of your knife up the seam of the bottle’s neck in one strong, swift…

the famous YouTube star, actress, bestselling author, Olay ambassador, and now talk-show host (A Little Late With Lilly Singh premiered on NBC this fall, making her the first female late-night lead on a major network in more than 30 years) has a schedule that leaves Google Cals everywhere shaking. Her typical get-it-done strategy has been “literally working every moment of the day.” Which, yes, is effective. But also concerning? So right before her new show’s debut, Lilly took some fans to a wellness retreat in the positive-energy vortex that is Sedona, Arizona—and got Olay to pick up the tab (is there anything she can’t do?). “We did some R & R by the pool, took a pottery class, and had sentimental bonfire moments,” Lilly reports. (Start the #TakeMeBacks.) She’s now…

THE 3 COMMANDMENTS OF WATERCOLOR SMOKIES 1 Start with a primer This is nonnegotiable if you want your shadow to have major color payoff and last for hours. Blend a lightweight cream on your bare lids before you apply an-y-thing else. 2 Powder is your friend Stick to super-pigmented powder eyeshadows. The brighter, the better—ignore flat, muted hues and go for a true neon shade like Hunter’s vivid light green. 3 Basically, just put it everywhere No part of your eye is off-limits, especially your bottom lid. TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL 1 Go in with textures Do it up with sparkly powders, shimmery liners, and iridescent creams. No such thing as too many layers. 2 Coordinate your lashes Make ’em the same color as your lids. (Or swipe…

WHAT’S ON TOP Four cups of water, a freshly burned palo santo stick, and my phone playing deep-sleep frequencies or thunderstorm sounds FAVE PRODUCTS C’est Moi makeup-remover wipes to de-crustify the face and their Vanilla Vibes body lotion to nourish the body ALWAYS IN THERE A flashlight. I want to look my burglar in the eyes. IN THE SNACK DEPARTMENT 72% dark chocolate and a jar of almond butter WHAT I STEAL FROM MY PARTNER’S SIDE I’ll buy him a nightstand when I find him! BOOKS BY THE BED They make great coasters. The coaster I’m currently reading is I Am America (and So Can You!), by Stephen Colbert. MY ALARM SITCH There’s one set every five minutes over the course of an hour. You do the math. Hey! Text…

Wanna watch You S2 together? (Like, virtually?) Hit up Cosmopolitan.com/you-watch-party for a brand-new binge experience created by Cosmo and Google News Lab, serving up BTS scoop right on your phone while the show plays. Because we know you’ll be on your phone crying! right before she got her very first acting gig—a role in insta hit The Haunting of Hill House—Victoria Pedretti had just burned through the last of her post-college cash. After graduation, she’d decided to give the whole actress thing a try. But months later, there was no Jennifer-Aniston-in-Friends big break, and she was ready to accept the fact that she needed a regular ol’ day job. Keep this extremely relatable anecdote in mind while you watch her play insanely rich L.A. girl Love Quinn in You’s second…

THE MANI Round and pastel THE DRUNK Homebody Your version of lit on a Friday night: downing “nice” red on the rocks in a glass that says “you can’t sip with us” while filling your ASOS cart with $600 worth of stuff you won’t buy, Pinter-esting engagement rings, and scanning Venmo for tea. THE MANI Press-on French tips THE DRUNK Impulsive You start at a dive bar, meet a dude whose friend has bottle service at da clurb, rally the troops and Uber to the VIP room, blow your paycheck on top-shelf tequila shots, then dip 20 minutes later for an impromptu D appointment. THE MANI Accent nail THE DRUNK Nostalgic You video an excruciatingly long Instagram Story of your friends dancing to Taylor Swift’s “22” before asking your high school BFF (for…

1 Your face is never entirely visible Your mouth is hidden, but your commitment issues are showing! You have a shy streak and can be indecisive. Your answer to “Are we ready to order?” is always “Only if I can go last.” 2 You’re doing your makeup rn Instead of beauty-tutorialing on YouTube, you force allow your friends to watch as you talk and Beautyblend. If they call you out for multitasking, you just tell them to take notes. 3 Your mug is MIA Is that you, Miranda Hobbes? You’re the wise friend who is a lil socially anxious and just wants to stay in and order takeout. Everyone comes to you when they need a snuggle or answers to life’s biggest strugs. 4 You’re never not in good lighting…

Sequin mini, meet sequin pantsuit. Still festive but waaay more original. IT DOESN’T HAVE TO SHINE, YOU KNOW Sure, people like to wear glitter for the occasion, but that doesn’t mean you have to. Winter white packs a similar punch without the flashiness. BLAZE A TRAIL (I’M SRY) Shine bright like a corporate baddie gone wild. That’s how the song goes, right? WINTER PASTELS ARE A THING NOW Use this intel for good by wearing any and all of these formerly spring-only options to the soiree this year. FLUFF IT UP Bustin’ a move come 12 o’clock? A feathery look’ll make any awk dancing seem worthy of *[insert ritzy ballet name here]*. Sheer… dress? Coat? Who TF cares, it’s good.…

OMG, balloon sleeves! Just think about all the layers you can fit under here!!! Eleven Six, $248, eleven-six.co Pls bea fashionable traffic cone Make sure your mock neck is seen by wearing one in neon this szn. Shein, $19, us.shein.com Gotta love a half-zip Athleisure! In winter! ASOS Design, $48, asos.com Holiday vibin’ Make your ugly Xmas sweater jealous with an equal ly fest ive but actual ly chic Fair Isle style. Tory Sport, $298, torysport.com Not your regular stripes Why do anything normal when you can do it in animal print instead? Tna for Aritzia, $98, aritzia.com Ooh, texture A thick cable-knit is ideal for freezing nights. Roll up sleeves when your limbs defrost. Mandkhai, $825, mandkhai.com HOT TIP Always, ALWAYS air-dry to prevent pilling or your sweaters will…

1 Oily skin that’s acne-prone A few drops of this kukui nut–rich oil help reduce redness and neutralize sebum production. Herbivore Lapis Facial Oil, $72, sephora.com 2 Oily skin that’s sensitive Anti-inflammatory hempseed oil and soothing oatmeal are ideal for stressed-out skin. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Oat and Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, $30, sephora.com 3 Oily skin that’s dull This bb is infused with glow-up-worthy jojoba and sunflower-seed oils plus skin-brightening turmeric and vitamin C. Sunday Riley C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil, $40 for 0.5 oz., sephora.com 4 Oily skin that’s showing signs of aging Not only is rose-hip oil amazing for minimizing oiliness, but it can also help soften the look of lines by restoring collagen and elastin. Boscia Rosehip Omega Face Oil, $42, ulta.com…

“I barely gave it a chance. Two months, maybe. My derm required regular blood work while on it, and I didn’t want to deal with the time commitment or expense.”—KATIE BUCKLEITNER, associate digital art director “I’ve been taking it for a few years, and my skin is the clearest it’s ever been. I still have one or two chin breakouts during my period, but that’s so much more manageable than a bunch of zits all over my face.”—BRIEHN TRUMBAUER, copy editor “It took a while to notice a true difference, but I love it now! My skin is so much clearer. I was even told to double-dose the week before I start PMS’ing to help me keep any acne at bay.”—MIA LARDIERE, Snapchat editor “I intimately know one of the…

FINGERS > EVERYTHING Ruby Buddemeyer BEAUTY EDITOR Even though beauty is literally my job, makeup isn’t really my thing. Sure, I get as excited as anyone by a pretty new eyeshadow palette, but my personal routine is… not even a routine? My vibe = less J.Lo, more EmRata. So the second something feels time consuming or a teeeeny bit complicated, it’s a hard no. That’s why makeup tools seem to me like the most overhyped products in the biz. They’re high maintenance (all that dampening and cleaning, ugh), and you have to keep buying new ones or risk rubbing months-old makeup all over your face. Also, I already have—for free, for life—something that does a better job. Like, hi, my ring finger is the perfect size for dabbing blush on…

To put together this sneak peek, we tapped the inaugural members of the, ahem, brand-new Cosmo(s) Council—our first-ever official astrology advisory panel! Starting now, consider these astrologers your cosmic life coaches. You can count on seeing them on our pages every month (and online, and on Cosmo’s Snapchat, and on Cosmo’s Instagram, and…you get the idea), helping you survive incompatible dates, Scorpios, and anything else the universe throws your way—all while showing you how to use astrology to hack your life for the better. Like fairy godmothers but cooler. THE COSMO(S) COUNCIL Jake Register @JakesAstrology ON THE BROAD STROKES Lisa Stardust @LisaStardustAstro ON YOUR GROUP TEXT Kerry Ward @MyTarotBella HERE WITH YOUR SUPER-QUICK TAROT CARD READING Aliza Kelly @AlizaKelly ON YOUR RELATIONSHIP STATUS Emmalea Russo @EmmaleaXRusso ON WHICH DATES TO…

And by “truck nuts,” we mean the loose, swinging testicles that some people have hanging from the backs of their cars. Ridiculous? Yes. But apparently not always a dating deal breaker: 11 percent of people don’t mind if their partner dangles those bad boys off their Chevy. As more data from dating apps, Cosmo’s own polls, and a few random sources proves, nothing about hooking up or falling in love this year made sense. Here, presented without comment, the receipts. Dating Uber riders who include their ”rating” in their online dating profiles get messaged back 25% faster than those who don’t. Is your name Jasmine? You have the most single name of 2019. Make of this what you will, but 75% of women don’t want to date a man who…

This amazing Franken-dessert is brought to you by NYC bakery Macaron Parlour. Like, literally brought to your door, especially if you’re fresh out of almond flour and tears (baking is kind of hard and you’re kind of tired, okay?): Order 12 for $30 at MacaronParlour.com. Or if you’re all, “Baking’s not *that* difficult,” check out the new cookbook Delish Insane Sweets for the full cheesy-chocolaty recipe, and DIY your own golden dozen(s) at home.…

Real binge-watchers know the holidays are best spent on your couch with Netflix’s newest and two diff types of treats: one salty and one sweet. But TBH, it can be kinda hard to find the ideal combo, especially when you factor in what you’re watching and with whom. Next time, use our custom mix-and-match tool: Follow the prompt above each column, then pair up your answers from part one and part two. Life-changing, we know PART ONE What kind of movie are you watching? HORROR Bugles—for witch fingers, duh. ROM-COM Mini pizza bagels, since *love actually* (heh) is pieces of melty mozz and sauce and bread. FOREIGN LANGUAGE A cheese plate chic enough to justify reading subtitles. DOC Takis. Your mouth will be on fire—just like your brain. ACTION Salt-and-vinegar…

Now is the perfect, actually exciting, no-one-is-too-cool-for-it time to jump into the Star Wars convo you’ve been ignoring all these years. The final-ish movie, Star Wars: Episode IX–The Rise of Skywalker, is out December 20 and stars Adam Driver as a tall, terrifying villain. Don’t be scared—he’ll kill you softly. Here’s what to know. These are space fantasies, plain and simple. (Reminder: The GoT you love is a fantasy too.) Most of the main players are humans, but there are also tons of aliens—some are adorbs, some are funny, some will kill you. The plot of all nine movies is: good vs. evil. Even if you fall asleep, you can still follow along! Notice how all the Star Wars titles start with “Episode”? You should watch Episode IV first. This…

POINTLESS Pants. The worst ever. The grocery store. Who needs her? There’s Domino’s. Running to the store because you’re out of dry shampoo again. The wet look is in rn! Continually attempting to use your toes to pick up your phone charger at the end of your bed. Baking the holiday-party cookies. Oreos > everything. EASY Wearing a 5-for- $25 thong. Replying to your boss’s email with “See below.” Filling the hand-soap bottle with water to get every last drop. Lying to yourself that you’ll quit your daily oat-milk latte habit. Sending *that* “I miss you” text to You-Know-Who. This is the detox you really need. Watching Fight Club because that Tinder match said you should. It’s…fine. Impulse downloading a fitness app that’s supposed to transform your life and your…

Don't make me fight you, janet OH HEY! Wanna weigh in? Follow US on Twitter for our next poll. Your roomie left her dishes in the sink, per usual. You… 49% Channel my energy into hate-scrubbing her dishes. I’m washing mine rn anyway. 43% Send her a text dropping some fake news that our neighbors have mice. 8% Toss them on her pillow. Hope you like snoozin’ with week-old pesto, bb! You find out your ex is still using your Net flix account. You… 67% Wait until they’re on the last episode of The Crown to change my password. 26% Ignore it. I’m low-key using their Hulu anyway. 7% DM them all the spoilers. Your hummus is MIA from the work fridge again. You… 9% Reply all to the last…

1 FOR A HOLIDAY PARTY Just lean the f*ck into the royal vibes with some jewels. When the compliments roll in, you’ll be all, “Oh, this old thing?” On ASHLEY OERMAN, senior editor, @AshleyOerman 2 FOR A NIGHT OUT Step aside, leopard midi. Paired with a bb pearl necklace, an animal-print hatband screams, “I’m a (very cool) grown-up!” On LAUREN ADHAV, assistant fashion editor, @LAdhav 3 FOR CASUAL DAYS Want to dip just one fashion toe into these regal waters? Pick a neutral band covered in leather to transform your “not leaving the house” vibes into something you don’t mind being seen in. On SHANNON BARBOUR, news writer, @ShannonBrandace 4 AND YOUR WORK LEWK Be the best-dressed gal at the watercooler (is that still A Thing?) with a glam style…

hiii, it’s me, your resident “low-key lumberjack.” I only dress within the very specific style parameters I chose at age 12 while reading fashion advice about finding a look and sticking to it. My daily getups exclusively revolve around flannel, denim, and an assortment of fresh-cut logs that I lug around for no reason…. *ends sarcasm here, because logs are cumbersome and that prairie dress I saw on Instagram yesterday is super cute* Seriously, though, I know I don’t actually have to describe to you what a signature style is—the idea has been around since well before yours truly was 12, and online retailers now have entire lookbooks dedicated to vibes like “boho chic” and “boss babe.” But I’m going deep on it anyway, just to highlight how crazy it…

USE A BROW PENCIL “The glossier the lip, the more it’s going to smudge, so first, outline your lips with a clear wax eyebrow pencil to create an invisible barrier for your gloss.”—MOISES RAMIREZ (@MoisesArtNYC) DAB IT ON THE MIDDLE “Apply gloss only to the center of your bottom lip, then press your lips together and blend the edges with a finger. This will stop gloss from getting all gummy in the corners of your mouth.”—ROBIN BLACK (@BeautyIsBoring) START WITH MATTE “Use a matching shine-free liquid lipstick under your gloss. The drier formula helps everything last longer, and when the gloss eventually fades, you’ll still have a pretty stain of color.”—DANIEL AVILÁN (@DanAvilan) DO A LIL CONTOUR “Grab a lip liner one shade darker than your gloss and fill in…

it’s the most wonder ful time of the year (duh), but between the late nights, passing out in your full beat, and that extra glass—or glasses, I don’t judge—of pinot, your skin inevitably starts to look a lit tle…dull. Here’s why and exactly how to fix it. LACK OF SLEEP Thirty-four percent of you said it’s the usual culprit for skin looking dull—ugh. “Your skin goes into repair mode while you sleep—most actively between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.,” says dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD. “Being awake during those hours impairs skin-cell renewal and collagen production, processes that lead to bright, glowy skin.” HOW TO DEAL Sleep. Sorry, there’s no way around it. ALCOHOL Fun for you, maybe—but not your face’s friend. “Alcohol depletes antioxidants and causes system-wide inflammation and dehydration…

Mercury Retrogrades Back up your files, leave extra room in your travel plans, and respond to your high school ex’s random DMs wisely. (Don’t respond.) You know the drill. FEBRUARY 16TH–MARCH 9TH In Pisces and Aquarius Dreams, emotions, and your intuitions take a hit. Translation: Think before you act on that “psychic download.” JUNE 18TH–JULY 12TH In Cancer Cancer = peak feels, so try not to take things too personally. OCTOBER 13TH–NOVEMBER 3RD In Scorpio and Libra You might find yourself feeling a little jealous, insecure, and even secretive. So, a lot. Eclipses Solar eclipses happen at New Moons, aka excellent times to start new projects and set intentions. Lunar eclipses happen at Full Moons, when the vibe is all about finishing what you’ve started and releasing what’s not working…

Believe me—someone who once made money playing a princess at a toy store and dated a Disney stan for four years—when I say that being with a Mickey lover can be a delight. But it isn’t always a walk in the (theme) park…. PRO Winning every game night Bae’s movie and music knowledge will put others’ to shame. You guys will completely crush it at bar trivia. Saturday morning breakfast Mouse-shaped choc-chip pancakes and smiley-face breakfast porridge = great for the ’gram and your tummy. Magical foreplay Seduction involves your coming home to a Princess and the Frog–inspired Cajun feast set to jazz music and candles. Being treated like a queen… For Christmas in San Diego, my Prince Charming made it “snow” by rigging bags of fake flakes to the…

’Tis the season for eating all of the things, followed by feeling bad about eating all of the things, followed by vowing to get your shit together with the help of a trendy, hard-to-pronounce “lifestyle”—because body positivity may be brightening our feeds, but diet culture is still here to tell us we suck at food. Let’s be very real: This whole new year, new you mess isn’t entirely about getting clearer skin or improving your gut health (although if those are your true goals, then, obvi, fine). Most people attempt super-restrictive diets to become smaller versions of themselves. And honestly, “I’m going keto” is now a more socially acceptable phrase than “I’m trying to lose weight.” Eating according to a hyperspecific plan is stressful and makes you miss things like…

A few years ago, I told my childhood BFF (let’s call her Lauren) not to come to my birthday party, and it blew up our friendship. She’d been hard on me about a guy I had a crush on, and I was fed up with her little digs. But two weeks after b-day-gate, I realized how much I missed her. She was my go-to gal for all adventures and we would laugh at the stupidest shit together. I texted Lauren to apologize, but she never responded. We didn’t speak for three years. Sad, right? But—twist!—this story has a happy ending: We recently ran into each other at a mutual friend’s wedding, and after cautious hellos, we made small talk during cocktail hour. A few wines later, we found each other…

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