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Ask Bear: What Do We Do Now?

Advice for the long road ahead of pushing back against Trump.

Ask Bear: Should I Tell My Friends and Family I'm Poly?

Good for you that you were able to recognize love when it came along. Read more »

Ask Bear: How Do I Get My Sexist Boss to Apologize?

How do you tell someone HOW to apologize for screwing up? Read more »

Ask Bear: My Boyfriend Hates Leaving the House

He likes to stay in. I like to go out. Will we just make eachother unhappy forever? Read more »

Ask Bear: I Think My Friend Is in a Downward Spiral. How Do I Help Her?

“Make lots of time and space for conversation to happen.” Read more »

Ask Bear: I Know My Boyfriend is Abusive. Why Can't I Leave?

That’s his game. To assert his power. To gain control. Read more »

Ask Bear: I Don't Drink. Should I Start?

A reader wonders if they’re missing out—but worries about spiraling into addiction. Read more »

Ask Bear: Oh No! I'm Losing Interest in My Partner

“Does that mean I’m broken?” A reader asks for advice.  Read more »

Ask Bear: I'm a Queer Femme Woman—Can I Call Myself "Papa"?

A queer parenting conundrum.  Read more »

Ask Bear: After Orlando, I'm Scared to Take My Child to Pride

“Your support is needed. Especially this year.” Read more »

Ask Bear: I Wanted to Join the Peace Corps, But then I Fell In Love

Should you follow your life-long dream? Or stick around for a budding romance? Read more »

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Dear Bear: My Partner Makes No Money. Is That a Problem?

Our advice columnist offers a lesson in anticapitalist self-care. Read more »