If I had to describe myself in three words, none of those words would be confident. Just thinking of three words with which to describe …
No Bikini Body
Q: Dear Lara, I’m feeling self-conscious about being in a bathing suit in front of people this summer. What should I do? A: I used to …
Find Thyself: Summer Edition
I’ve always been a relatively shy person, only opening up and having bursts of “weirdness” around the people who I am truly comfortable with. I’m …
I Found My Happy Place: Family
When I was a teenager, I always made an effort to have a good time — but whether I went out or stayed in, I …
I Need a Pick-me-up
Q: “Dear Lara, I have this very annoying habit of getting really down on myself when it comes to getting bad grades, being put in …
Fun for One
Q: “Dear Lara, I am a week into summer, and I am already bored. Most of my friends have either gone back home or have …
Not Depressed, Just Empathetic: How Music Shaped My Life
From a young age, I had the misfortune of always being the weaker link within my circle of friends, and this led to a constant roller …
Musical Choice
Q: Dear Lara, in the last couple of months my musical taste has completely changed. I went from listening to the top hits on the pop …
Bucket List
Q: Dear Lara, I am just finishing up my freshman year in college, and, even though it was great, I had no time to do …