Lauren Cripps

About

Growing up in today’s world can feel overwhelming. There is pressure to succeed, to belong, and to know who you are — often before you’ve had the space to explore or make mistakes. Social media, academic expectations, shifting friendships, family dynamics, and constant comparison can make everything feel louder and more complicated than it needs to be. If you’re a young person reading this, you may feel driven to achieve or unsure where you fit. You may care deeply about something others don’t understand, or feel like you don’t match expectations. Balancing your inner world with outside pressure can be exhausting.