Hannah Aster

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Hannah is a seasoned writer and editor who started her journey with Shortform nearly five years ago. She grew up reading mostly fiction books but transitioned to non-fiction writing when she started her travel website in 2018. When she's not writing or traveling, you can find Hannah working on home reno projects, crafting, or taking care of plants.

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Graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in English and minors in professional and creative writing

Childhood Attachment: Does It Affect You as an Adult?

Do your experiences with childhood attachment affect your attachment style as an adult? What other factors contribute to your adult attachment style? Psychologists used to believe that your adult attachment style was a direct reflection of your childhood attachment to your parents. However, studies now show that childhood attachment is only one piece of the puzzle. Keep reading to learn why your childhood attachment style doesn’t always follow you to adulthood.

Fever 1793 Characters You Should Know

Who are the Fever 1793 characters? What role did they play in the book? Fever 1793 is a historical fiction book about the American yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia. It is a bildungsroman that follows a young girl named Mattie and her grandpa as they try to escape the city. Keep reading for a list of Fever 1793 characters with descriptions.

Victimhood Chic: Blaming Others Means More Problems

What is victimhood chic? How can blaming others for your problems create even more problems? “Victimhood chic” is Mark Manson’s term for the trend of playing the victim. Social media heightens this problem by giving people a platform to join the public blame game. However, this trend creates a repeating cycle of outrage that undermines productive conversation. Continue reading to learn more about the victimhood chic trend.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: Book Overview (Mark Manson)

We’re constantly told to care about everything—our image, our success, how many likes we get. But what if the secret to happiness is actually caring about less? Mark Manson’s The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck flips conventional self-help advice on its head. Instead of chasing positivity and more of everything, he argues we should get pickier about what deserves our attention and energy. Keep reading for our overview of this book and discover why pain isn’t the enemy, why feeling special might be holding you back, and how to focus on what truly counts.

The Ugandan Witch Doctor: Kabi vs. Bob Goff

Who was the Ugandan witch doctor, Kabi? How did the sentencing of Kabi spark change in Uganda? How did this event change Bob Goff’s life forever? In Uganda, witch doctors are known for abducting and mutilating children for their practices. The locals were too scared to take them to court, so Bob Goff stepped in to help. At the time, Goff didn’t know the extent to which this would change his life. Keep reading to learn about how Bob Goff stood up against the Ugandan witch doctor Kabi.

Secure Attachment: Relationships That Last

Are you in a secure attachment relationship? How can you learn to become a secure attacher? What are the dangers of being a secure attacher? Ober half of the population are secure attachers, meaning they are dependable and responsive partners. Secure attachers even have the ability to change an anxious or avoidant partner into a secure attacher as well. However, sometimes secure attachers have trouble recognizing when a relationship is toxic. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about secure attachment relationships.

Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man: Tips For Romance

Want to get inside the minds of men and know how they think about relationships? How do men and women differ when it comes to thinking about love and intimacy? In his book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, Steve Harvey aims to help women navigate relationships better by providing them insight into how men think. He covers everything from love, to sex, to meeting the family, to dealing with the ex. Continue reading for the best Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man tips from Steve Harvey.

Dependency in Relationships: Is It Unhealthy?

Is dependency in a relationship unhealthy? Should we be focusing on being more independent rather than relying on a partner for support? In a society where independence is celebrated, it can make dependency in a relationship feel like a taboo. However, studies show us that having somebody to depend on actually makes you more independent. Keep reading to learn more about how dependency in a relationship makes you more independent.

Nathaniel Benson and Matilda Cook in Fever 1793

Who is Nathaniel Benson in Fever 1793? How does Nathaniel and Matilda’s relationship grow throughout the book? In Fever 1793, Matilda and Nathaniel Benson’s relationship grows slowly throughout the book. What started as a childhood friendship grew into more as the two got older. Then, after yellow fever subsided, the two finally came together to run the coffeehouse. Keep reading for details about Matilda and Nathaniel Benson’s relationship in Fever 1793.

Seeking Happiness Will Make You More Unhappy

Why is overcoming obstacles an essential part of happiness? Wouldn’t we be happier if our lives were carefree? Many of us seek happiness as if it’s an achievement to be won. However, happiness is not a reward, it’s something that grows from overcoming challenges. Keep reading to learn why you should stop seeking happiness and embrace life’s struggles.