Day: March 10, 2026

I was sitting in a trendy, overpriced bistro last Tuesday, watching a group of people “connect” over a curated charcuterie board and a series of staged photos. It felt performative, hollow, and—frankly—exhausting. We’ve been sold this lie that meaningful connection requires grand gestures, expensive weekend retreats, or perfectly aesthetic outings. But that’s not how real…

I am so incredibly sick of the “social butterfly” myth that tells us if we aren’t texting every single day or hosting elaborate brunch spreads, we’re somehow failing at being a good friend. Honestly, that kind of performative busyness is exhausting, and it’s the quickest way to burn out your most meaningful connections. I’ve spent…