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    eunoia's mindful advice column✩‧₊˚༺☆༻*ੈ✩‧₊˚

    "anonymously heartbroken"

    (young adult submission)

    Hello, I became involved in a fwb with my best friend and it ended quite bad. We are still friends but when things ended he said that he didn't think I was attractive to him anymore and it has utterly destroyed my confidence and self worth. We had a massive talk and he apologised and things have been better with our friendship, but I can't even look at myself anymore, I can't eat, I just sit in bed and cry. Aside from how much I can't get over the fact we were physical, it just hurts so so much to be told that I'm not attractive 'any more' from someone who wanted me first, and someone I love and trusted.I have no motivation to work out, I haven't liked a single photo of myself since he said it, I feel so worthless. But I also feel guilty that I am still so hurt and affected by his comment because we've spoke, he apologised and explained that I'm not unattractive but he just isn't attracted to me now. I don't know how to get over it. I don't know when this hurt will leave me.

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    Dear Anonymous,

    It might be a good time for you to establish some boundaries; nothing extreme, but just to aid in your healing process but to reaffirm to Best Friend that this is not to happen again.Do not think there is anything wrong with you, who you are or your beauty. You are appreciated, worthy and loved. You are beautiful, intelligent and talented.I think it may be best if you put your friendship with Best Friend on pause for a second. Your relationship went to one of friendship to one of a romantic relationship, back to a friendship. That is an incredible turn of events, and you need time to heal.By spending time away from Best Friend, allow yourself moments to appreciate you and your body. Start off with saying affirmations, whether verbal or inside your mind.One of my go-to affirmations when feeling negative is this:“I am beautiful,I am loved,I am alive and breathing”Take some time to connect with nature and family; let the sun shine on your face, and listen to the birds in the wind. Find the beauty in the things that appreciate you and your beauty, that aren’t from Best Friend.Don’t feel guilty for your feelings either anonymous! They are normal and a reminder that you are human. Let yourself feel them, but don’t dwell. Remember who you are, that you are beautiful and appreciated, and the world is waiting to see you and your talents shine.

    Yours truly, CC

    "candidly complicated"

    (relationships submission)

    Everyone I like ever is too complicated of a situation for me and its AWFUL. Like either they treat me horribly and are massive red flags. Or they're closeted and don't ever want to be in a defined relationship with another girl. Or they already have girlfriends.My love life is not going well. The first person I ever dated, well, "dated" was this kid from Texas who turned out to be both transphobic and a sagittarius and kind of did crippling damage to my self-esteem.The first girl who liked me tried to kiss me at a party but I have no spatial awareness so I like dodged her accidentally and went to get more candy. Then everyone there started coming up to me in waves like gutter rats and asking me why she tried to me etc, etc. I was actually, genuinely shocked because I didn't even realize that just happened. So that's great. But its fine, because she was leaving for college anyways and I was an underclassman, so it wouldn't have worked out. Plus she like skirted around that the entire time we were talking. I even got her a plant. TWO MONTHS OF MY LIFE WASTED- no I'm kidding, sorry, I'm coping through humor.Then I was recently in a VERY long situationship, which people do not kid about. It's very cutesy and fun and kind of an adrenaline rush in the beginning, but its kind of drained all my energy and depressed me real bad.And I was kind of falling in love with her too. Cowabummer. Anyone I ever find that I like that ISN'T toxic also turns out to be taken. Great. I'm very happy for them, truly. But this is getting old, whoever's pulling the strings. Help! How do you not fail at relationships when you're a closeted, gay teenager?

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    hey cutie,

    Just to start, you are amazing and as much as it sucks to be treated the way that you’ve been, just remember that it is not a personal failure. You are worthy of love and as cliche as it sounds, it’ll find you when it’s the right time. If someone isn’t willing to put in the effort to be with you then they don’t deserve you in the first place.First loves hurt the worst and it can suck to be vulnerable with someone, just to find out that they are an awful person– but that doesn’t necessarily mean that everyone is like that! Don’t let the first couple of experiences that you had cloud your judgment.You’re not “failing” at relationships; you’re just learning and going through character development. With the girl who left for college, don’t worry about accidentally dodging her. The two of you were at a party and you were probably already overstimulated with what was going on, so if you weren’t able to recognize someone making a move on you, that’s okay. It happens and it’s nothing to beat yourself up over. Hey, if it makes you feel any better, at least you got candy out of it. Also, getting a plant for her when you barely knew her is kind of a stretch, but I’ve been there and done that so I feel you… anyways, in the grand scheme of things, two months is nothing and in fifty years when you’re old and grey on the couch with your lover, none of this will matter.Hot take but “situationships” aren’t real. Just commit or don’t. I know it sounds aggressive, but think of it this way– if that person was your soulmate, why wouldn’t you want to label it and progress with them? Yes, I’m just a random teenage girl, but in my very humble opinion, anyone who doesn’t want to have a real relationship with you is fumbling.Know your worth, and don’t let people string you along. I’m sorry that you went through that and I know how draining it can be once the love bombing honeymoon phase is over. I’d say that in the future, be more direct even if the other person isn’t.Although it can be intimidating and the fear of losing the other person is strong, ultimately, it’s better to find out how they truly feel sooner rather than later.The more attached you get, the worse it’ll feel once the situationship eventually fizzles out. Cowabummer indeed. Take it slow my love, I promise things will happen the way they’re meant to be. You can try to force it by getting into these artificial “Will they, won't they?” relationships all you want, but 9/10, it’ll end– no I know what you’re thinking, and the 1/10 chance is not good enough to sacrifice your mental health for. Good things take time, and the more time it takes, the better it will be. Love is a conscious effort and both of the people involved should actively work towards building a strong, trust filled bond. If you try to force a relationship because you feel like you’re missing out on experiences compared to your peers, you will be putting yourself in a position where you won’t actually be happy!Especially when you’re closeted, it is important to practice self love first and foremost. Confidence is what makes other people gravitate towards you, and by being your best authentic self, you will likely attract people who want similar things to you, i.e., a committed, non-toxic relationship. Most importantly, please do not ever date a Sagittarius ever again for your sake and mine. Kidding. I think. To end this off, I hope you find someone who loves you enough to turn on your laptop screen when it fades while you’re studying, someone who will stand on the outside of the sidewalk so your outfit doesn’t get stained, and someone who is not from Texas. Good luck with everything!

    love, ny's relationship advice

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    Summer Bucket list 𖤓

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    Welcome to our annual Summer Bucket List, a challenge full of vibes, creativity, and chaos. Complete as many prompts as you can before the deadline. Top winners (and possibly submissions) will be featured in our July issue, Covert Horizons.

    how does it work?

    1. Choose your challenge(s)
    2. Complete them & document it (pics, video,art, writing — your call)
    3. Submit it using this form (linked below)
    4. Possibly Get published if your work out-does the rest!    🗓️ Deadline: July 23rd, 2025
    🎉 Winners get featured in our July Issue!! (And Much More)

    the list

    1. “try” to make tangulu – 10 pts
    2. make s’mores & eat them under the stars – 5 pts
    3. go stargazing (but first, see above item) – 5 pts
    4. make candy sushi & serve it up like hibachi – 10 pts
    5. have a sunset picnic & take aesthetic photos – 10 pts
    6. invent a summer drink (have friends guess ingredients) – 7 pts
    7. create bracelets w/ unique names ex: summer mist – 10 pts
    8. sell the bracelets & buy more supplies – 6 pts
    9. make ice cream from scratch – 7 pts
    10. make a special ice cream float (mix & match soda, etc.) – 7 pts
    11. visit the fair & try something you’ve never had before – 15 pts
    12. build the ultimate pillow fort (blankets, snacks, Netflix) – 13 pts
    13. give your fort an amazing title! – 5 pts
    14. eat one color for the whole day – 15 pts
    15. make a candy salad – 3 pts
    16. have a baking comp w/ friends/family – 10 pts
    17. record & post your comp online (tag us) – 5 pts
    18. make a character themed pizza – 10 pts
    19. host a fashion show with friends – 13 pts
    20. watch/launch fireworks – 10 pts
    21. shoot a short film (solo/with friends) – 15 pts
    22. have a movie premiere for your short film – 15 pts
    23. learn your name in sign language – 7 pts
    24. pull an all-nighter (record through the night) – 20 pts
    25. write a letter to your future self – 10 pts
    26. jump into the pool full-clothed – 15 pts
    27. bedazzle a water gun & have a water gun fight – 12 pts
    28. make a bead painting – 10 pts
    29. turn this list into a poster – 5 pts
    30. make slime (try making a type you haven’t before) – 5 pts
    31. have a reading day (set a goal & beat it) – 13 pts
    32. have a scholarship filling out day – 7 pts
    33. post yourself completing the list & tag us – 10 pts
    34. join our discord (for the summer sendoff) – 5 pts
    35. read our Hunger for Life! – 15 pts
    36. submit to our advice column – 10 pts
    37. tell someone about our challenge (+10 if they submit to the challenge) – 5 pts
    38. submit to our July issue (coming soon) – 10 pts
    39. have a no-speaking day – 10 pts
    40. tie-dye something – 7 pts

    summer snapdown °❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:･

    the official award winners of the 2025 Summer Snapdown are listed below. this includes: "best artistic thumb" "best storytelling", "best editing", "best mood/vibe", "best overall", and the "golden lens" thank you to everyone for participating!

    The Golden Lens Award goes to...

    the following award is our prestigious "golden lens" award, which is given to the participant with the most category wins. this year's golden lens winner is....Hugh T. Brooks!!!He won the following categories "The color yellow", "abandoned beauty", and"last day of summer".