Holly Riordan
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Novelist
Astrology Expert
Grief + Mental Health Writer
Holly Riordan is a graduate of Stony Brook University who has spent seven years writing for Thought Catalog and Collective World. She has amassed close to a billion reads on her articles about modern relationships, mental health, grief, and astrology. She is also the author of the twisty thriller, The Guilty Twin, and the science fiction novel, Forget Her.
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Thought Catalog Writing
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Date Someone Who Eases Your Anxiety
Don’t date the guy who makes you feel bad when you want to spend an evening at home. Don’t date the guy who gets angry about how quiet you are around his friends.
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Date Someone Who Loves All Your Insecurities
Date someone who actually gets upset when you call yourself ugly, because he doesn’t understand how someone so beautiful could have such a warped perception of herself.
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The Secret Of Spending A Day With Your Soulmate
6:00 AM You’re not ready to wake up, but he’s an early riser, so his eyes are opened.
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You’re Way Too Beautiful To Deal With Him Not Giving Enough
You know how there are certain days when you look in the mirror, see how soft your skin looks, and tell yourself that you’re killing the beauty game?
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Love Yourself The Way You Wish He Loved You
You want affection. You want attention. You want complete and unadulterated love. Everyone does.
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Date Someone Who Is Honest About How They Feel
I don’t want someone who vaguely asks me to hang out without defining what the hell thatmeans.
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You Deserve More Love Than A Lost Boy Can Give You
Say goodbye to bad boys, fuck boys, and mama’s boys. There are real men out there, just waiting for you to enhance their lives. So don’t sell yourself short. You deserve more love than those lost boys can give you.
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If You Texted Me, I’d Be Dumb Enough To Answer
I honestly don’t need someone as shitty as you in my life. That’s why I haven’t picked up my phone to contact you. Of course, I haven’t deleted your number either.
Collective World Articles
3 Zodiacs Who Prefer Texting To In-Person Conversations
Some people thrive in face-to-face interactions, using their talented communication skills to delight, entice, and entertain anyone fortunate enough to speak…
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3 Zodiac Signs Who Always Second-Guess Everything
Some people are filled with so much uncertainty and have such a negative outlook on life that they’re unpleasant to be…
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What Makes Your Soul Feel Beautiful, According to Your Zodiac Sign
What makes you feel beautiful? Is it wearing a new outfit, going on a first date, pushing yourself at the gym,…
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4 Zodiacs Overcoming A Love Life Obstacle This Summer
Taurus Taurus, your love life overcomes a Pythagorean obstacle this summer. You’ve found yourself smack dab in the middle of a…
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