Perspectives

Voices

Opinions, essays, interviews, and personal stories from the voices shaping our
generation.

We’re not lazy—we’re just refusing to sacrifice our mental health for a system that was never designed to benefit us.

Marcus Chen

On work culture and boundaries

Opinion

The Problem With “Clean Girl” Aesthetic Nobody Talks About

Behind the minimalist makeup and slicked-back buns lies a troubling message  aboutwhose beauty gets to be effortless.

Priya Sharma

Cultural Critic • 6 min read

Essay

I Deleted All My Social Media. Here’s What I Learned.

After three months offline, I discovered that the hardest part wasn’t missing out—it was facing myself without distractions.

James Okonkwo

Contributing Writer • 8 min read

Personal Story

Growing Up Undocumented in America’s Heartland

My parents crossed a desert so I could have opportunities. But they never prepared me for the constant fear of losing everything.

Priya Sharma

Guest Writer • 12 min read

Essay

Why I Stopped Apologizing for Not Going to College

The trades aren’t a backup plan. For me, they were the smartest financial decision I ever made.

Tyler Brooks

Electrician & Writer • 5 min read

“Success Without Peace of Mind Isn’t Success At All”

In our exclusive interview, rising climate activist Maya Torres opens up about burnout, finding balance, and why she believes her generation will be the one to finally make real change happen.

Tyler Brooks

Electrician & Writer • 5 min read

Essay

The Loneliness Epidemic Nobody Warned Us About

We have more ways to connect than ever before. So why do so many of us feel completely
alone?

Emma Liu

Mental Health Writer • 9 min read

Opinion

Stop Telling Us to Vote If You Won’t Listen When We Do

Young people showed up in record numbers. But the policies that affect us most still get decided without our input.

David Park

Political Commentator • 7 min read