Chloe Salmon
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In addition to being a stellar storyteller, John Paul is also an advice columnist.
His column Hola Papi has counseled hundreds of loyal readers for eight years.
In honor of this episode, I asked if he'd come and chat with me about what it's like to give advice professionally.
And as a special treat, we'll also hear a couple of the questions his readers have sent and give them some advice.
It is so great to have you here today.
It shows up in your story, but something else that I really love about your story is its vulnerability and its tenderness.
So how do you find yourself striking that balance when you give advice to your readers?
John-Paul, you have very kindly brought in a couple of questions that have been sent to you.
My friend and I have known each other for over 15 years, and I've always considered her one of my best friends, as well as one of my few friendships that's endured several moves, schools, and countries.
My perception of our friendship was shaken last fall.
She had gotten married in a small pandemic wedding and had always said she'd put on a bigger wedding to invite all her friends once it was feasible.
I heard from a mutual friend that the wedding was officially being planned but no date had been set yet.