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Carolyn Steber

Carolyn is the lifestyle and wellness writer at Bustle, where she’s been on staff since 2015. Her articles span the genres of dating, friendships, health, fitness — and everything in between.

When she isn’t covering the latest TikTok trend, she can be found writing about a wellness hack, a viral workout, or the magical world of astrology and tarot.

After interning at Health magazine, Carolyn graduated from The College of New Jersey with a degree in Journalism & Professional Writing. She also studied at Muhlenberg College where she majored in English and psychology.

In her spare time, Carolyn is a fan of trekking around the city with her dog, getting her hands dirty in pottery class, and playing a nerdy round of “mind meld” with her improv team.

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  • 15 Bedroom Habits That Are Subtle Red Flags Your Relationship Won’t Last
    10 Apr—Bustle
    Relationships #7 is straight-up toxic. April 10, 2025 StefaNikolic/E+/Getty Images When you start to date someone new, it's normal to be on the lookout for signs the relationship won't last — because it really sucks to get emotionally invested in someone who has no long-term potential. You might watch for bad habits on the first date or text your friends for advice when something feels off, but you should also be on the lookout for red flags in the bedroom, too. How someone shows up during...
  • Do You Really Need To Be Able To Do 11 Push-Ups? TikTok Says Yes
    11 Apr—Bustle
    One of the sounds echoing around #FitTok right now comes from Mel Robbins’ podcast. On March 3, the motivational expert and author was interviewing Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic sports surgeon and longevity expert, when the topic rolled around to workouts. According to Wright, everyone should be able to do at least 11 push-ups. “Learn to lift your own body weight,” she said in the clip. “Every woman should be able to do 11 push-ups. Regular push-ups.” Robbins chimed in to ask, “On the knees...
  • All You Need To Manifest Your Dream Life Is 17 Seconds
    10 Apr—Bustle
    Wellness The method is based on the Law of Attraction. April 10, 2025 Zorica Nastasic/E+/Getty Images If you’re in the mood for a new job, a new partner, or even a brand new life, you might eventually find yourself on the manifestation side of TikTok. This is where people make their dreams come true by vision boarding, reciting daily affirmations, journaling, and visualizing — all habits that can set you down a more positive path. While tried and true, these hacks also require a lot of...
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  • Need To Organize Your Life? Try A “Journal Ecosystem”
    8 Apr—Bustle
    Wellness There’s a method to the madness. April 8, 2025 TikTok/@clitorallyy & TikTok/@abee.taree When you picture yourself journaling, you might imagine sitting down with one beautiful notebook that contains all your deepest thoughts and memories. Two minutes into writing in said journal, however, and you’re doodling in the margins, writing to-dos and bucket lists, and jotting down what you want to vent about in therapy. Just like that, the notebook turns into a multi-purpose pad that feels...

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