Holly Riordan

Novelist
Astrology Expert
Grief + Mental Health Writer
Holly Riordan is a graduate of Stony Brook University who has spent seven years writing for Thought Catalog and Collective World. She has amassed close to a billion reads on her articles about modern relationships, mental health, grief, and astrology.
She is also the author of the twisty thriller, The Guilty Twin, and the science fiction novel, Forget Her.
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4 Birth Months Who Are Sensitive Souls
Some birth months are more sensitive than others. They need to be treated gently by their partners in order for the…
These 4 Zodiacs Attract Needy Partners Because Of Their Calming Nature
You need to be careful with who you decide to date. You don’t want to end up in a relationship where…
4 Birth Months Achieving Inner Calm By Their 40s
It’s normal to care what others think, to want to impress them, to want to make them proud. However, it’s important…
4 Birth Months Learning To Trust Their Intuition
Some people assume that they always know best. Even if they are lacking information, they will feel like they have everything…
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Holly Riordan
6 Signs “The One Who Got Away” Wasn’t Your Soulmate
Here are a few concrete signs the person you always considered ‘the one who got away’ wasn’t actually your soulmate:
If You Notice These 5 Things, It’s Time to Be More Careful With Your Heart
Here are the signs you should be more cautious with your heart in your next life chapter:
In 2026, You Deserve A Partner You Can Count On
You deserve a partner who sets aside quality time to spend with you.
6 Signs You’re More Likely To Settle For A Love That Doesn’t Fulfill You
You’re scared of being alone.
You Shouldn’t Wait For Him Forever
You shouldn’t wait for him forever because it’s not fair for you to be the one waiting, the one chasing, the one pouring all your love into him.
This Is What ‘Communication’ Means Because It’s More Than Texting All The Time
Open communication means that you talk to each other before you make a decision that impacts them.
‘Fast Forwarding’ Will Make You Miss All Their Red Flags
Here are some signs they are fast forwarding and you might want to slow down a little:
I Stopped Chasing You, But I Still Want You
I chased after you, because I thought you were nervous about entering a relationship.
The Worst Relationships Are With People That Do These 13 Things
Never date someone who only cares about themselves.
6 Concrete Signs You Must Shrink Your Social Circle In 2026
You feel unappreciated by the people around you. You shouldn’t waste time with people who take and take from you without bothering to say thank you.
Toxic Relationships Deeply Alter The Way You Think About Love
They will blur the lines between good and bad, between acceptable and unacceptable.
4 Zodiacs Who Will Have The Best Luck This Christmas Season
Prepare yourself, because these are the zodiacs who will have the best luck this holiday season:
Here’s Why The Thought Of Dating Again Is So Scary
The thought of dating again is scary because you feel safer on your own.
30 Smart Responses For When People Call You ‘Too Quiet’
Try one of these comebacks!
4 Birth Months Who Can’t Sleep Because Of Overthinking
Here are the birth months who commonly stay up all night, overthinking…
5 Zodiac Souls On The Brink Of Burnout
Remember, without some self-care, you’re going to burn out. And when that happens, you won’t get anything done at all.
When You’re In The Wrong Relationship, It Destroys Your WHOLE LIFE
When you’re in a toxic relationship, it puts a strain on your friendships.
7 Specific Reasons You Feel Like You’re Not Doing Enough
Because you’re putting too much pressure on yourself to succeed.



