Callie Byrnes

Callie is a writer, editor, and publisher at Thought Catalog. Her debut book, ‘The Words We Left Behind,’ was released in January 2024.

8 TV Shows That Changed The Way I Look At My Body

It’s so easy to look into a mirror and criticize yourself, but what if you just… didn’t? What if you only let yourself wink and smile and say nice things? What if you admired your body for once?

You Don’t Need The Fab Five To ‘Queer Eye’ Yourself

There’s something so therapeutic about watching someone grow past their insecurities through the love and empathy of five total strangers who swoop into their lives to tell them that yes, you are good enough. Maybe it’s because, deep down, we all wish we could do the same.

All The Empty Spaces

I have a bad habit of creating temporary solutions for long-term problems, putting bandaids on broken bones and drinking away the pain.

Some Thoughts About Turning 25

I once had a 40-something professor who said he’d never date a woman over 25. Maybe that’s why this year feels like such an expiration date.