Ninny Momma’s Advice Column

Sometimes life calls for a little extra sweetness and a little tough love too. That’s where Ninny Momma comes in — dishing out practical wisdom with a wink and a smile. She answers the serious, the silly, and everything in between.

Love & Friendship

Q: How do I know if someone likes me or is just being nice?

A: If you’re squinting to read the signs, chances are they’re not writing in bold. Affection is clear, not a puzzle.

Q: My best friend ditched me for another group. What do I do?

A: Let her walk. Don’t chase the bus that left you behind—stand on your corner, and better friends will stop for you.

Q: Is it okay to break up over text?

A: Only if you’d like to be remembered as the coward who hid behind a keyboard. People deserve your honesty in person.

School & Dreams

Q: I’m nervous about giving a big presentation. Any tips?

A: Pretend you’re teaching your little cousin. If they can understand, anyone can. Nerves turn to strength once you start.

Q: I want to be an artist, but everyone says it’s not practical.

A: “Practical” people invented spoons. Dreamers invented airplanes. Which do you want to be?

Q: What if I fail my exam?

A: You fail forward. Exams aren’t tombstones, they’re signposts—showing where you need to plant more time.

Family & Home

Q: My parents are too strict. How do I get freedom?

A: Freedom is earned by trust. Show them you can carry small weights, and they’ll hand you heavier ones.

Q: My sibling drives me crazy.

A: That’s their job. But when life hits hard, they’ll be the first to stand beside you.

Q: My family argues all the time.

A: Houses full of silence are colder than houses full of noise. Arguing means people still care enough to speak.

Life Lessons

Q: How do I forgive myself for mistakes?

A: If you’ve learned from it, it’s no longer a mistake—it’s a lesson, and you’ve already paid the tuition.

Q: What’s the best way to stay patient?

A: Count your blessings, not the minutes. Gratitude stretches time.

Q: How do I stop being angry at everything?

A: Anger is fire—use it to cook supper, not burn down the kitchen.

Money & Work

Q: I don’t have name-brand clothes. I feel embarrassed.

A: Labels don’t make you shine—your confidence does. The glow of self-respect is never out of season.

Q: I need a job but nobody’s hiring.

A: Knock on ten doors. Nine may close, but the tenth is the one you were meant to walk through.

Self & Identity

Q: I feel ugly compared to people on Instagram.

A: Filters can’t hide empty hearts. The prettiest face is wasted without kindness behind it.

Q: I don’t fit in with any group.

A: That’s because you’re not supposed to. Some people are lanterns—you’re meant to light paths, not follow crowds.

Community & World

Q: Everyone pressures me to drink at parties. What should I do?

A: If you need a red cup to fit in, you’re in the wrong room. Find a table where water’s enough.

Q: How do I stop rumors about me?

A: You can’t. But you can outlive them. Rumors die; character endures.

Health & Habits

Q: I stay up all night scrolling. How do I stop?

A: Put your phone to bed before you. If it’s asleep, you’ll rest too.

Q: I hate exercising. Do I really need to?

A: Move your body like it’s a car. You don’t have to race it, but you do have to keep it running.

Troubles & Storms

Q: My heart is broken. Will I ever be okay?

A: Broken hearts don’t heal back the same—they grow tougher. You’ll love again, and wiser.

Q: I feel lonely all the time.

A: Loneliness is a signal, not a sentence. Use it to build yourself, and the right company will come looking.

Silly Questions & Funny Answers

Q: Ninny Momma, should I eat the last slice of pizza or save it?

A: Honey, if you waited this long to ask, someone else already ate it.

Q: Can I count scrolling TikTok as exercise?

A: Only if your thumbs are training for the Olympics.

Q: My dog keeps stealing my socks. What should I do?

A: Give up. Wear your husband’s socks, that’s what I do.

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