Youshoulda (noun): A gender-neutral term for the innocuous and cheerful life coach you never hired, but is always armed with an endless supply of good intentions and a splash of enthusiasm. They believe it's their personal mission to guide everyone towards greatness, whether you asked for it or not! Often found dispensing unsolicited advice like a retired schmatta salesman in a bagel shop, a youshoulda radiates positivity while suggesting you should totally try bikram yoga, eat kale, or watch Bravo. They mean well, and their heart is always in the right place, making them the lovable friend you can’t help but giggle at while secretly appreciating their unwavering support!
Example sentence: Meredith can't stand it when her husband tells her, "You should do this" or "You should do that." However, her friend Dave reassures her, "Oh, he's really a special kind of guy; he's a youshoulda guy!" Yet, her friend Jen chimes in, "That's a big reason why I divorced my ex-husband, I couldn't stand his youshoulda behavior!"
by Seddy Mazel July 26, 2025
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