Really interesting investigation of Simpsons. I think this also parallels today's youth where they are pressured to dress and act like they're in their 20s, forcing children to grow up because it's more profitable.
This is honestly such a topical piece. I feel like this new generation of children are growing up way too quickly, and it saddens me as someone who truly yearns for her childhood back.
completely agree! It’s especially sad to see how adversely affected children today are by social media, makes me feel like we got away scratched by just the tip of the iceberg
I love this reflection on Lisa Simpson! It’s such a great example of how we often romanticize growing up, trying to force ourselves into boxes that just don’t fit. I definitely relate to that feeling of "acting your age" to fit in when all you really want is to stay true to your quirks and what makes you you. The idea that our individuality gives our lives meaning is so powerful. It makes me think—how do we stop falling into those old traps as adults?
This was such a lovely read. It really took me back to when I moved to an American school at 10.
Everything felt so new—I remember trying to adjust my accent, wanting to shop at Justice, and hoping to get Baby Lips (my mom thought Vaseline worked just fine—she's right, but that wasn't the point).
Your story really captures that feeling of trying to fit in when, deep down, we just wanted to hold onto the things that made us unique. Thank you for reminding me how important that is.
Thank you so much for sharing Dr.🥹 It makes makes me feel so human knowing that these experiences, despite how ashamed they may have once made us feel, are universal and that we are truly not alone going through them🫶🏽
Very relatable and well written!
thank you!
Really interesting investigation of Simpsons. I think this also parallels today's youth where they are pressured to dress and act like they're in their 20s, forcing children to grow up because it's more profitable.
completely agree, it all boils down to capitalism😔
This is honestly such a topical piece. I feel like this new generation of children are growing up way too quickly, and it saddens me as someone who truly yearns for her childhood back.
completely agree! It’s especially sad to see how adversely affected children today are by social media, makes me feel like we got away scratched by just the tip of the iceberg
I love this reflection on Lisa Simpson! It’s such a great example of how we often romanticize growing up, trying to force ourselves into boxes that just don’t fit. I definitely relate to that feeling of "acting your age" to fit in when all you really want is to stay true to your quirks and what makes you you. The idea that our individuality gives our lives meaning is so powerful. It makes me think—how do we stop falling into those old traps as adults?
thank you so much for sharing, I agree with this deeply🫶🏽
This was such a lovely read. It really took me back to when I moved to an American school at 10.
Everything felt so new—I remember trying to adjust my accent, wanting to shop at Justice, and hoping to get Baby Lips (my mom thought Vaseline worked just fine—she's right, but that wasn't the point).
Your story really captures that feeling of trying to fit in when, deep down, we just wanted to hold onto the things that made us unique. Thank you for reminding me how important that is.
Thank you so much for sharing Dr.🥹 It makes makes me feel so human knowing that these experiences, despite how ashamed they may have once made us feel, are universal and that we are truly not alone going through them🫶🏽
That's what I'm learning—no one has a single original experience 😅.