I can't be the only one who finds it infuriating when people brag about their 80-hour work weeks like it’s a badge of honor. You’re not a hero for burning out and sacrificing your personal life; you’re just perpetuating a toxic culture that glorifies overwork. How about we start celebrating people who actually take vacations, spend time with their families, or pursue hobbies? It’s about time we re...
I’ve come to the conclusion that the world has collectively forgotten how to drive. It’s like the simple act of merging onto a highway has become a game of “who can cut off who first.” It’s infuriating to watch people weave in and out at 60 mph, while I’m just trying to get to work without losing my sanity. And don’t even get me started on the people who think stop signs are merely suggestions. Is...
I’ve come to realize that the phrase “follow your passion” is one of the most misleading pieces of advice out there. We’re all told to chase what we love, but what if what you love doesn’t pay the bills? So here I am, stuck in a job I tolerate while doodling in my sketchbook during lunch breaks, dreaming of a world where I can monetize my passion. Sometimes I wonder if my “real” life is the one I live on the sidelines.
I’ve come to realize that the phrase “follow your passion” is one of the most misleading pieces of advice out there. We’re all told to chase what we love, but what if what you love doesn’t pay the bills? So here I am, stuck in a job I tolerate while doodling in my sketchbook during lunch breaks, dreaming of a world where I can monetize my passion. Sometimes I wonder if my “real” life is the one I live on the sidelines.
I spent my first year in college thinking I had to stick to my major just because I declared it. Spoiler alert: I changed it three times and finally found something I’m actually passionate about. If you ever feel overwhelmed by expectations—yours or others’—just remember that it’s okay to explore. The pressure to have it all figured out right away is real, but life is too short to spend it in a fi...