Fandom Hasn’t Changed, Its Power and Influence Has
In the era of Fan Rule, crowds that once screamed for their idols have morphed into masterfully organized groups, an evolution that reflects the tribalism of our times.
Relationships
Have You Checked on Your Single Friends?
Vice-President Kamala Harris has. Because as someone who was single till she was nearly 50, she understands it can be isolating to live alone — so imagine doing so through the Covid pandemic.
Early Menopause Gave Me a Dating Superpower
Single and in her early 40s, the author discovered newfound confidence in her romantic relationships once she embraced her truth: No biological timetable meant freedom.
When a Moment of Solidarity Turns Into Friendship
Standing up for another woman is an act that serves all women. But sometimes the most meaningful consequence is a new bond that can last a lifetime.
Women of a Certain Age Don’t Have to Settle
Middle-aged women are among the most educated, confident, and self-sufficient today. So why is it so hard to find a healthy, enduring romantic relationship?
The Friend Who Showed Me How to Love
Sometimes we don’t know how to engage with the world until someone, and something, forces us to reckon with ourselves.
I Didn’t Know How to Say Goodbye to My Beloved Dog
In this deeply poignant essay, the award-winning novelist-memoirist perfectly evokes that gutting feeling when your best friend knows it's time to go before you're ready to accept it.
The Challenges of Finding Friends After 50
How do we maintain strong connections with other women when our lives have changed so drastically?
Are We Destined To Be Lonely?
In an age of increased social isolation online, loneliness may feel more chronic. But solitude isn’t a condition to be treated; it’s a fact of life.
Is the Secret to Happiness a Little Bit of Misery?
In episode two, Ashley welcomes her friend IRL, comedian Amber Ruffin to talk about finding friends, achieving a dream career, and how to survive the holidays without picking a fight, or maybe just one really good fight.