Welcome To The Advice You Didn’T Know You Needed
This isn’t a blog—it’s that one friend with the mismatched mug who always knows what to say. Your Friend’s Tips is for life’s messy moments when you’re overthinking, underbudgeting, or just need to hear, “Totally normal.” We don’t know everything, but we’re great at figuring it out—and sharing the gems with you.
Why This Site Exists (Blame the Group Chat)
It started with a rogue toilet repair video, a budget spreadsheet gone viral in our family thread, and a suspiciously good lasagna tip from someone’s aunt.
Suddenly, our friend group became a go-to support line for everything from “How do I apologize without sounding weird?” to “Can I fix drywall myself or will the wall collapse?”
Instead of letting all that real-life wisdom vanish into text threads and voice notes, we decided to build a space for it.
Your Friend’s Tips is a living archive of “stuff we wish someone told us sooner.” It’s for the questions that feel too small for Google but too big to wing. It’s for real people who want to do life better—with a little humor, a lot of heart, and zero condescension.
We’Ve Messed Up So You Don’T Have To
Every tip here is born from a real-life “well, that didn’t go as planned” moment. We turned the chaos into advice you can actually use—no filler, no judgment, just solutions that work.
Our Tip Filter: The “Would I Text This to a Friend?” Test
Before anything gets published, it has to pass our one golden rule:
Would I actually send this to someone I care about—without an eye roll, disclaimer, or apology?
If yes, it’s in. If not, it’s out.
We only share advice that’s helpful, human, and has been there, tried that energy. Because advice should feel like it came from a friend—not a robot with a bullet list.
The “Friends” Behind the Tips
We’re not life coaches. We’re your favorite coworker, your cool cousin, your neighbor who once fixed your garbage disposal with a butter knife.
Our team is made up of home tinkerers, budget nerds, family navigators, and people who’ve made (and learned from) all kinds of glorious mistakes.
We write the way we talk—honestly, kindly, and with the occasional pop culture reference.
Lena Cruz
Practical Living Strategist
Lena’s the kind of person who can hang a shelf, unclog a drain, and find the best under-$20 kitchen gadget—all before lunch. She grew up in a fixer-upper and learned early that most problems can be solved with curiosity, elbow grease, and the right screwdriver. Her DIY tips are part creative, part practical, and always beginner-friendly. “I believe every home should work for you—not the other way around. Even if you rent, even if you’re overwhelmed, there’s always a small win waiting to be made.”
Maya Hill
Everyday Connection Coach
Maya writes like your calmest friend during a chaotic group chat. With a background in community organizing and conflict resolution, she blends communication know-how with lived experience—from navigating sibling rivalries to rebuilding friendships post-burnout. “I don’t have a perfect family. But I do have tools that help me keep showing up—with grace, boundaries, and a little humor when it gets messy.”
Ben Rios
Low-Stress Money Mentor
Ben’s mission is to make personal finance feel less like punishment and more like progress. He’s a spreadsheet enthusiast and a feelings guy, which means he’ll help you budget realistically without the shame spiral. Think: approachable advice for real people who are juggling bills, goals, and maybe a little chaos. “Money isn’t about being perfect—it’s about getting a little more peace of mind each month. I’m just here to help you find that next step forward.”
Jess Monroe
Life Skills Enthusiast
Jess is the glue of the crew—covering everything from awkward conversations to cluttered closets. Her background is a patchwork of social work, teaching, and way too many personal trial-and-error moments. She writes with compassion, curiosity, and the belief that small wins are wildly underrated. “I don’t have it all figured out. But I’ve gotten really good at figuring things out just in time. If something I’ve learned can help you skip the panic spiral, then hey—we’re both winning.”
What We Hope You Take With You
Every tip here comes from a real moment—usually one that started with mild panic and ended with “Huh, that actually worked.”
We hope you leave this site with more than just instructions. We want you to feel that little boost of confidence that says, I’ve got this, whether you’re unclogging a sink, smoothing over a misunderstanding, or stretching your paycheck one more week.
Because life’s not about having all the answers—it’s about knowing you can figure things out, and having a few friendly voices in your corner while you do.
Got A Question That’S A Little… Odd?
If you’ve thought it, we’ve probably asked it too. Share it, and we’ll turn it into a tip you can actually use.