Holly Riordan

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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4 Zodiacs Who Dont’ Believe In Playing Mind Games
Some zodiacs enjoy getting chased. They play hard to get because it’s fun—or because they were fooled into thinking they have…
5 Zodiac Signs So Close To Burnout
Virgo You push yourself to the brink of exhaustion because you have big, lofty goals for yourself. Even though it’s great…
3 Zodiac Signs Nervous About Taking The Next Step In Love
Taking the next step in your relationship might not be as simple as it sounds. Whether you’re contemplating moving in together,…
4 Zodiac Signs Who Are Chronically Grumpy
Some zodiacs are going to be all smiles, whether they’re stressed or stretched thin. But other signs are going to let…
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Holly Riordan
The Hardest Part Of A Long-Distance Relationship (Based On Your Love Language)
Long-distance relationships are never easy, but the reason why you struggle with them will differ based on what’s most important to you.
Secret Love Languages No One Talks About (But Everyone Feels)
The five official love languages are words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and receiving gifts. However, you might be drawn to partners for a different reason.
The Strongest Women Are The Women With Anxiety
She’s strong, because she shows up, even when she’s shaking. She speaks, even when it’s with a cracked voice. She keeps breathing, even when those breaths are shaky.
4 Birth Months Who Stay Up All Night, Overthinking
Some people have trouble letting go of their fears and what ifs.
5 Zodiacs Who Appreciate Good Morning Texts The Most
Every zodiac will appreciate a good morning text from a special someone. But some signs will appreciate the gesture more than others.
The 4 Unluckiest Zodiac Signs
Some zodiacs have all the luck. Others are left wondering why nothing ever seems to work out for them, why they are always dealt such horrible hands, why they can never catch a break.
50 Ways To Win Over Her Heart
If the woman you have your sights set on feels loved through ‘words of affirmation,’ here is how you win her over. 1. Congratulate her whenever she accomplishes something, no matter how small. 2.
4 Zodiacs Who Need To Be The Boss In Their Relationship
Some zodiacs are comfortable sitting back and letting others take control. But then there are zodiacs who are attracted to power. They want to call all the shots. They want to set the rules.
4 Zodiac Signs Who Are Chronically Grumpy
Some zodiacs are going to be all smiles, whether they’re stressed or stretched thin. But other signs are going to let their grumpiest feelings shine through because they don’t see the point in pretending everything is fine.
If You’re Unhappy In Love, Here’s How You Show It (According To Your Love Language)
Words of Affirmation They compliment you less than usual. They stop saying I love you back when you say it. They stop using as many emojis and explanation points in their texts.
4 Zodiacs Whose Actions Always Match Their Words
Some zodiacs will tell you exactly what you want to hear. They’ll whisper little white lies and bend the truth to get you on their good side. Other zodiacs are more straightforward.
The Type Of Mom You Are (Based On Your Birth Month)
January You’re going to be the strict mom who makes sure that your children clean up after themselves and brush their teeth and go to bed at the same time every night.
4 Zodiacs Who Can’t Hide Their Jealousy (No Matter How Hard They Try)
Some zodiacs aren’t the jealous type. They’re fine with you flirting around and living your own life because they know that you’ll come home to them at the end of the day.
4 Zodiacs Who Always Fall In Love With People They Shouldn’t
The heart wants what the heart wants. For some zodiacs, this can be a huge problem because their heart and their head never seem to align.
4 Zodiacs Pivoting Their Path In Their Next Life Chapter
You can change directions at any point in your life.
4 Zodiac Signs Who Attract Drama
Here are the zodiacs who accidentally attract drama and rarely get any peace and quiet.
6 Concrete Signs You’re A Forever Couple
1: You hold each other accountable and grow from disagreements. You never let your anger go uncontrolled.
5 Zodiacs Who Will Walk Away If You Start Playing Mind Games
Some zodiacs understand that modern dating involves a lot of mind games, and they don’t really mind playing along. They might even have fun with it. But other signs aren’t interested in the games.



