Category: Opinion
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Black Friday, Cyber Monday & the Chaos of Overconsumption: Why “On Sale” Doesn’t Mean You Need It
Another Black Friday, another Cyber Monday, another week of emails screaming “LAST CHANCE!” like the world will implode if you don’t buy a fourth air fryer. The internet turns into a digital Hunger Games arena, and suddenly we’re adding things to our carts we didn’t even know existed 48 hours ago. Hyper-consumerism…
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Why Faking “Lived-In” Luxury Is Weird
The new trend is artificially distressing designer bags to look “authentic.” Let’s talk about why that’s bizarre, why real style comes from actually living.
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The Campbell’s Recording Is the Best Wake-Up Call We’ve Had in Years
So apparently a leaked recording is making the rounds — and in it, a voice allegedly belonging to a Campbell’s executive goes on a profanity-laced rant that basically boils down to: “We have s— for f—ing poor people. Who buys our s—? I don’t buy Campbell’s products barely anymore.” And then, as if calling…
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Being Well-Educated and Well-Traveled Is Your Most Valuable Asset
In a world that’s constantly shifting and always online, education and travel aren’t just “nice-to-haves”— they’re musts. Forget checking boxes for the sake of a feel-good moment; these experiences are essential when it comes to shaping a mindset that’s open, sharp, and ready to engage. If you’re all about curiosity,…
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The Truth About the Manic Pixie Dream Girl: Why We Should Embrace Her Wild Spirit
The Manic Pixie Dream Girl is a term that’s become shorthand for a particular type of female character in movies and TV shows. Chances are, you’ve heard the label. It’s often thrown out with a heavy dose of judgment, as though it’s some outdated trope that needs to be deconstructed for the greater…
The Girl in Gucci Glasses 