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LIFE: Family

How to survive a trip with your family

Whether you’re heading to paradise, hitting the road for spring break or visiting Grandma’s, chances are at some point during your trip, you’re going to start thinking not-so-nice things about your fam. Hey, when you’re cooped up in the same space with the...
LIFE: School

You’ve got this! 10 things you gotta do to stress less before exams

Swimsuit, sunscreen, beach towel—yup, you’re all set for spring break. Hold on there, beach babe. First you gotta ace those massive exams before you can bust out the sunnies. Not sure where to start with that massive pile of test...

LIFE: Dear Carol

My dad says N-O to makeup. What do I do?

I like to try on different kinds of makeup, but my dad hates when I put it on. Should I go with no makeup, just wear it on special occasions or keep it a secret that I wear it? It’s...
LIFE: Get Inspired

15 spring odd jobs to get ya started

Here’s the sitch: You’re ready to start padding that wallet, and you’ve finally got a few spare hours here and there, but, well, you and little kids just don’t get along. Pet sitting sounds great, but there aren’t enough dogs and cats in...

LIFE: Friends

6 signs your friend is lying to you--and what to do next

Friendships are some of the best things in the world. Nothing is better than knowing you’ll always have people there for you no matter what; and sleepovers are always a must. But what happens when one of your besties stays far away? We’ve...
LIFE: School

Thinking about homeschooling next year? 5 dos and don'ts to keep in mind

If you’ve had a bad day at school—or a bad week, a bad month, bad year—chances are switching to homeschooling has crossed your mind. But if you’re thinking about it seriously, well, there are a few things you really need...

LIFE: Dear Carol

How can I get better at saying "no"?

People drive me crazy by asking for too many favors. I could say “no,” but I don’t like to let people down. Dear Bad at Saying No, You’re letting yourself down if you do favors you don’t want to do...
LIFE: Dear Carol

Want personalized advice from Dear Carol?

Every day at GL, we get tons of letters and emails from real girls asking for advice from Dear Carol. And every issue of GL features just a handful of these sticky sitches—along with Carol's always-on-point advice.Carol's been solving our...

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The magic of the holidays is *officially* here and that means twinkly lights, cheerful carols and...enchanting elven powers? Uncover your secret talent with a little help from our latest fantastical Bestie Book Club read: Unraveled from the bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Click HERE to check it out!

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