🤳 Social Media:

Millennials were the first generation to turn on our Windows 95 PCs with our big toes and set our AIM away messages to something that was sure to catch the attention of our crushes. So it’s no wonder why constantly being plugged in has made us feel the pressure to be perfect. 

What to do: Social media is only a highlight reel of someone’s life, and most people only show what they want to show. We understand the irony of saying this while you open your inbox to read this, but it’s important to unplug and go touch grass! Setting app time limits and making phone-free plans can help bring you down to earth and realize there are more important things than someone looking at your Instagram story.

💼 Career:

We grew up during the rise of "hustle" culture and were taught that constant productivity and working harder than everyone else are the only keys to success. And well, we’re here to tell you that the only thing that’s going to get you is a one-way ticket to Burnout Town. 

What to do:

Say "no" to endless late-night emails and weekends spent working. Whether it’s binging Love On The Spectrum or taking a nap, your worth isn’t tied to your productivity. Remember, burnout isn’t a badge of honor.

⚖️ Keeping up with the Jonses Boomers

Feeling pressure to keep up with our parents' achievements, like homeownership, career success, financial stability, and marriage is so real!

What to do: Practice gratitude for where you are right now. It’s sometimes hard to think about all the great things you’ve done while you’re being asked when you’re going to buy a house or have kids. Reflect on your achievements and growth, no matter how big or small, and recognize that your experiences are valid and valuable, even if they don't look the same as your parents' at your age.