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wikiHow Staff Writer
Education
- Boston University, BA in Spanish, BS in Modern Foreign Language Education, Minor in Deaf Studies
Certifications & Organizations
- Certification in Sheltered English Immersion
- Certified Expert in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Teaching License for Foreign Language (Spanish, Grades 5-12)
- Inducted into the American Sign Language Honor Society in 2020
Expertise
- Music (Guitar, Piano, Chorus)
- Languages and Linguistics (English, ASL, Romance Languages)
- Travel
- Education
- Sports
- Cooking and Baking
- Books and Film
- Video Production
Why
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Co-authored Articles (209)
27 Personal & Funny Bumble Prompts & Answers
Plus expert advice on choosing pics, prompts, and your opening lineCrafting a perfect dating profile is like our modern-day version of finding the Holy Grail—and writing good prompts may be the hardest part. A good pro...
35 of the Most Common Red Flags to Watch Out For
Expert-backed ways to spot and swerve red flags in your relationship Red flags are more than having an Android or liking pineapple on pizza (which we’re on board with, by the way). Some red flags can cause real harm, a...
How to Know if Someone Doesn’t Want to Talk to You
Look for signs that someone is pulling away (and how to handle it)Have you ever been talking to someone or tried to enter a conversation and wondered if the other person didn’t want to speak with you? Or have you felt ...
The 4 Stages of Limerence and What to Do About Them
Is it love or limerence…and can it be both? The “honeymoon phase,” “love at first sight,” an “instant connection…” These are all terms we’ve heard used to describe the type of love everyone hopes for—...
11 Signs A Narcissist is Done With You
Spot the signs of a narcissist who is preparing to discard youFeeling locked into a toxic or abusive relationship is distressing to say the least, especially if your partner demonstrates an emotional volatility that make...
How to Know a Taurus Man Is Serious About You
Understand why Taurus is so slow to commit (and how to get him there faster) Taurus men are some of the most affectionate, loyal, and caring partners you can get—but there’s a reason that this Zodiac sign is represen...
51 Sweet Things to Do For Your Girlfriend
Listen to love experts’ advice on how to treat your gf You want your girlfriend to always know how much you love and care about her, but how do you keep showing her in new and exciting ways? We talked to professional m...
What Does “If They Wanted to, They Would” Mean and Is It True?
An in-depth discussion of this TikTok dating advice “If they wanted to, they would” have become a popular dating phrase on social media—usually applied to situations, talking stages, or long-term relationships that...
What Are the Best Matches for an ISFJ?
A romantic compatibility guide for ISFJ Generous, responsible, and reserved, ISFJs are often known as “The Protector” or “The Nurturer”—and for good reason. In romantic relationships, ISFJs provide immense care...
ENFP and INFJ: Are They Compatible?
Find out if this pair makes a great match as lovers, friends, colleagues, and more Nicknamed the Advocate and the Campaigner, the INFJ and ENFP personality types do seem like a perfect match: the dreamer who advocates fo...
How to Know When a Sagittarius Man Is Testing You
Learn this fire sign’s relationship tests (and how to pass them)The always fiery and forever fascinating Sagittarius…if you have this celestial sign in your life, be ready for an adventure! There are few signs as loy...
Who Is Most Compatible with ISFP?
Discover the best (and worst) matches for the Adventurer personality type Sometimes called the Adventurer, Composer, or even the Artist, the ISFP personality is all about flexibility, creativity, and a complex emotional ...
How Important Is Someone’s Body Count?
Plus expert advice on moving past any feelings of shame or judgment in the body count convoWhen you start dating someone new, it’s natural to be curious about each other’s romantic history—including body count, or ...
Who Is ESFJ Most Compatible With?
Learn about the personality traits and love styles of ESFJs ESFJs are defined by the attention and generosity they freely give to others. After all, they are known as the ‘Caregiver’ or ‘Consul.' But ESFJs want to ...
What to Do If Your Partner Doesn’t Know How to Comfort You
Expert advice for how to cope with an emotionally unsupportive partnerIt can be really frustrating to feel like your partner doesn't understand what you need emotionally. There are a lot of reasons why this might happen�...
What Are the Stages of a Breakup?
Expert advice on how to move on after a breakup Breakups are one of the most difficult but inescapable parts of life, and they can feel neverending when you’re in the middle of them. We're here to guide you through the...
What Does It Mean to “Have Feelings For Someone”?
Plus, learn other English phrases like “I feel for you” Emotions are complicated, as are the words and phrases we use to express them. The meaning of “I have feelings for you,” for instance, has long been debated...
A Guide to Ending a Short Term Relationship
Make moving on from a new relationship as painless as possibleEnding a short term relationship can hurt just as much (if not more) than a long term relationship, even if they only last for a matter of weeks or months. If...
The 41 Most Meaningful Friendship Symbols
Learn the meaning behind the most popular symbols of friendshipFriendship is one of the most wonderful and fulfilling parts of life. A true friend is loyal and honest and makes you feel loved and appreciated. If you’re...
10 Ways to Recover From a Situationship
Tips to get over someone you never officially dated Situationships are defined by a lack of commitment and an easygoing attitude…right? By that logic, situationships should be easy. But being in one, and trying to get ...