Write to Me Anonymously

Write to me anonymously!

Looking for practical advice in a compassionate tone that won’t turn into an angry, sarcastic rant? You’ve come to the right place. I will treat you and your question gently, but I will be honest and direct. I’ve been answering anonymous questions since 2014. You’re in good hands!

All the topics I’ve covered in the column are listed here. Podcast episodes are here. Questions will be answered in my Substack newsletter or on the podcast.*  (Note: I do not provide private friendship advice.)

All questions are anonymous and will be edited for length and clarity. You don’t need to use an email address to fill out the form. There’s no way for me to know who sent in the question. I look forward to hearing from you.

* All questions sent imply permission for use on the website, my Substack newsletter, or in a podcast episode in the original form or in a version edited for length and clarity. I cannot answer every question I receive, though I wish I could! Please note that including your personal email address is not required. Including your address does not mean you will receive a personal response from me. I do not provide in private friendship advice. 

Hi, I'm Nina

HI, I’M NINA BADZIN. I’m a writer fascinated by the dynamics of friendship, and I’ve been answering anonymous advice questions on the topic since 2014. I now also answer them on my podcast, Dear Nina! I’m a creative writing instructor at ModernWell in Minneapolis, a freelance writer and editor, and an avid reader who reviews 50 books a year. Welcome to my site! 

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Hi, I'm Nina

DEAR NINA: Conversations About Friendship is a podcast and newsletter about the ups and downs of adult friendship. I’m the host, Nina Badzin, a Minneapolis-based writer who accepted a position as a friendship advice columnist in 2014 and never stopped. DEAR NINA, the podcast, started in 2021, and has been referenced in The Wall Street JournalThe Washington PostTime Magazine, The GuardianThe Chicago TribuneThe Minneapolis Star Tribune, and elsewhere

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