Let's face it: we live in a society that bombards us with images of what success supposedly looks like. We see celebrities flaunting their wealth, influencers showcasing their perfect bodies, and advertisements convincing us that the latest gadget will solve all our problems. Having lived in New York and, briefly, in Los Angeles, I’ve seen firsthand how these environments can amplify the pressure to conform to these ideals. These cities, often seen as the epicenters of ambition and glamour, are incredibly superficial and elitist. They perpetuate the notion that to be valued, one must be rich, famous, and flawless. This makes it hard to fully connect with and feel good about who we are while also balancing the toxic cultural values we’ve internalized.
What Really Matters?
What Really Matters?
What Really Matters?
Let's face it: we live in a society that bombards us with images of what success supposedly looks like. We see celebrities flaunting their wealth, influencers showcasing their perfect bodies, and advertisements convincing us that the latest gadget will solve all our problems. Having lived in New York and, briefly, in Los Angeles, I’ve seen firsthand how these environments can amplify the pressure to conform to these ideals. These cities, often seen as the epicenters of ambition and glamour, are incredibly superficial and elitist. They perpetuate the notion that to be valued, one must be rich, famous, and flawless. This makes it hard to fully connect with and feel good about who we are while also balancing the toxic cultural values we’ve internalized.