About Me

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Hi. I’m Ariana. And this is The Rumor Mill — home of emotional spirals, pop culture breakdowns, and whatever else I’m overthinking this week.

I write about being the “deep” friend who everyone trauma dumps on but mysteriously forgets to text back. About romantic delusion, rejection, and trying to spiritually grow while also wanting to be adored. About wanting more: more love, more softness, more money, more meaning. And yes, I’m dramatic. But at least I’m self-aware.

This space is for:

• Girls who’ve healed 47% but still check birth charts before texting back

• People who cry to Radiohead and then suddenly Britney comes on

• Anyone who’s ever felt like the supporting character in their own life and said: not anymore

• Deep feelers, late bloomers, and sexy rebranders

I’m not here to be an expert. I’m here to be honest — and maybe make you feel a little less crazy for feeling everything all at once.

So, if you’re into emotional essays, unsolicited pop culture opinions, and occasionally laughing through the tears: welcome. You’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.

Let’s spiral (and self-actualize) together.

Ariana Fountain is a writer, screenwriting grad student, and certified hater of small talk. She’s into sad songs, chaotic mornings and too much cardio. She lives somewhere between a Radiohead lyric and a TikTok overshare.