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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

The Daily Free Press

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (or Analise): Ripping off the breakup bandaid –– here’s how

Analise Bruno September 8, 2024

Dear Abby: I have to confess, I’m thinking of breaking up with my boyfriend. Don’t get me wrong, he’s a great guy and I still love him, but we’ve been fighting a lot recently, and it’s draining...

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (or Analise): Can we ever really be friends with our exes?

Analise Bruno September 3, 2024

Dear Abby: My ex and I just split and in her last text to me she asked if we could still be friends. I’m still really hurt, but I really do love and miss her — but how can I settle for just being a...

Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

TikTok’s ‘going back until you hate them’ method | My Heart Will Go On

Lily Smokler March 26, 2024
TikTok houses what I like to call “BreakupTok,” a trend where users can discuss breakups, share experiences and give advice. As someone who enjoys reading through Pinterest quotes and relating to other people’s experiences, I love “BreakupTok” and how it allows my own experiences to feel heard and seen. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

How camera rolls become anxiety-inducing | My Heart Will Go On

Lily Smokler March 4, 2024
Once I scroll deep enough through my camera roll to hit the time period of my past relationship, I begin to feel anxious, expecting to be reminded of everything, regardless of whether there are pictures of us right away. Before I even reach this time, I can already feel a pit forming in my stomach. 
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