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Spencer Barbosa is a whole Galentine's mood

BEFORE HEADING OUT ON HER 2023 WORLD TOUR, SPENCER HAS A THING OR TWO TO TEACH US ABOUT SELF-LOVE.

MY JOURNEY WITH OCD

I've been struggling with this anxiety disorder since I was 4 years old. Here's my story and why I'm no longer scared to share it.

The school struggle is real

Does that first bell of the day fill you with dread? Turn your classroom worries into wins-and you just might make the hallways your happy place before the year's out.

HAVE A FRIEND CRUSH?

Here's why we obsess over certain platonic pals-and why it's completely cool to be smitten with your sidekick.

Dear Carol

Carol Weston is the author of 16 books including Girltalk, Speed of Life and Ava and Taco Cat. More at carolweston.com.

Should you give bae another shot?

They blew it-and now they want you back. Here are 5 ways to tell if your former flame is worth the effort.

PSST: YOUR HAND-HOLDING SITCH REVEALS A LOT ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP...

Sweaty palms aside, this can tell you a ton.

So YOU'RE DATING...NOW WHAT?

Going girlfriend 101: A step-by-step guide to your first real relationship.

THE ADVICE EVERY GIRL WITH A CRUSH NEEDS TO HEAR RIGHT NOW

Romantic affirmations to get you through the long winter.

Retro Hair Trends to try ASAP

History doesn't have to be your best subject to know there's a throwback beauty resurgence happening right now. Overlined lips and thin brows? The '90s saw them first. Emo eyeliner and squared-off acrylics? Pure Y2K, baby. As for spring hair trends, the vibe headed back even farther to the '70s and '80s-just with fresh, modern takes. Step into our tresstastic time machine...

Spring clean YOUR SKIN

It's time to bring your glow out of hibernation.

DON'T LOOK NOW...YOU'RE BLUSHING

Nothing screams spring right now more than a ridiculously pretty flush. Fortunately, for those of us not currently blushing over our latest crush (yet!), there are lots of fun, chic cheek trends to try.

Piercing Your Ears

You just got the OK from your parents to get your ears pierced (yay!). Now here's everything you need to know to get prepped-besides what new cute earrings to buy.

A Fall TBR for Your Favorite Literary Trope

POV: You just finished your bestie's latest #BookTok rec and you're looking for a new novel. Just choose your book mood and snag a page-turner that matches your reader-girl aesthetic.

CURATE A VIBE, WINTER-BREAK GET A BOOK

Hark! A brand new reading rec to match *any* magical moment.

Santa's beauty bag

Treat yourself and your bestie!) to the most glam picks of the szn with these gorgeous gifts from Ivy Beauty.

Glow Up Your Babysitting Game

From getting the gig to taming toddlers, consider *this* your official guide to being the best babysitter on the block.

Every Single One of Your Boob Questions, Answered

Your boobs are like a pair of besties you'll spend your life with-breast friends, if you will-meaning you're bound to experience your ups and downs together. From unexpected sweaty situations to weird size issues, we've got the best advice for those Q's you've been hoping to get off your, um, chest...

We've Got the Secrets to Your Strongest Friendship

BFF the unspoken laws of true BFFs...Just in case, ya know, you needed a refresher.

Confessions of a Recovering Perfectionist

Let’s start basing our self-worth on who we are, not what we do.

Your dreamiest first date? Right this way…

You have the amazing bae. The cutest fi t. The perfect place. But you’re still nervous that, tbh, it’s all going to be a little awkward. Time to toss those worries and actually, you know, enjoy that one-on one time with your S.O.

Brighter days are ahead

Nearly half of high schoolers reported feeling sad or hopeless in the past year. Here's why so many are struggling-and how you can get help.

Are you a go-with-the-crowd GIRL?

When it comes to being on your own, do you spread those wings? Or are you more likely to follow your crew? Answer these q's for the big reveal.

The way you eat can actually be self-care

Our guide to appreciating your appetite *and* becoming besties with your bod.

PLEASE DON'T CALL ME

ALENA ANALEIGH WAS JUST 13 YEARS OLD WHEN SHE WAS ACCEPTED TO MEDICAL SCHOOL THIS YEAR. AS AMAZING AS THAT IS, THERE'S WAY MORE TO THIS INSANELY IMPRESSIVE FUTURE DOC THAN JUST BEING SMART.

kylie *Cantrall's future is calling ...and she's picking up.

For someone who just landed her dream role, Kylie Cantrall is doing a really good job of keeping her cool.

THAT ANNOYING Sister Sitch? CONSIDER IT SOLVED

You heart your sis, quirks and all, but she can pluck your last nerve like literally no one else. We're digging in on how to fix these common quarrels.

This is a sign to get over your crush

TAKE IT FROM US: IT'S TIME TO MOVE ON. WE CAN HELP.

THESE ARE the best acne treatments (ever)

LET'S CLEAR SOMETHING UP (AHEM, YOUR SKIN).

This is Your Breakfast Era

You heard it here first: Stop. Skipping. Breakfast. Time to rise and shine the *right* way.