This is a Substack newsletter titled "postcards by elle". The author, Eleanor Kang, writes about personal experiences and feelings. This particular post, titled "can you see right through me?", focuses on the author's struggle with perfectionism, her intense emotions, and the search for lasting happiness.  She explores her anxieties about being judged by others and her difficulty in accepting her own imperfections. 


can you see right through me? - postcards by elle

This website is a blog called "stir the pot" by Kitty. The blog post explores the idea of forgetting and where thoughts go when they are no longer in our conscious mind. It uses metaphors like a celestial library and a river reshaping the land to illustrate the concept of forgotten thoughts and how they might persist in some form. The post also discusses the freeing aspect of forgetting and the possibility that some thoughts are not meant to be remembered. 


Where Do Thoughts Go When We Forget Them?

This Substack publication by Tommy Dixon argues that the "extremely online" era, characterized by excessive smartphone use, social media addiction, and constant content consumption, is nearing its end. Dixon believes people are becoming increasingly aware of the negative effects of this lifestyle and will gradually choose to unplug and return to real life experiences. He shares his own experiences living off-grid in Newfoundland, where he has reduced his technology use and found greater happiness and fulfillment in simple, unplugged living. He also discusses the potential for a future where technology plays an even more dominant role in our lives, but expresses hope that this will not be the case. 


The End of Our Extremely Online Era

This Substack blog post by Ri explores the phenomenon of twenty-somethings adopting a "philosopher" persona online. The author critiques the trend of intellectualism being commodified, with individuals overanalyzing simple concepts and engaging in self-important pronouncements. The piece argues that this behavior stems from a fear of being unimportant, a desire for validation, and a need to be seen as intellectually deep in a digital world where identity is heavily curated. Despite recognizing the irony, the author ultimately concludes that the essay itself, while critiquing the trend, ironically participates in it. 


Why does every 20-something think they're secretly a philosopher?

This Substack blog post by Faith Zapata is about writer's block. She explores her experience with this creative drought, comparing it to the uncertainty of being in love. The post reflects on the pressure to constantly produce content as a writer and how it can lead to self-doubt. 


a writer who's not writing - by Faith Zapata - faith's core

The website is a Substack newsletter written by Tunmise Adebowale.  The main essay is a reflection on the limitations of language and the difficulty of being fully understood, even by close friends.  Adebowale explores the idea that we often present curated versions of ourselves, hiding our complexities and vulnerabilities. The essay is introspective and touches on themes of friendship, communication, and the nature of self-expression. 


I Don't Think a Lot of Friends Know Me That Well

This Substack newsletter, "Nobody is reading this," by Mónica Bozinoski explores themes of authenticity, performance, and identity in the context of online culture. The author questions the pressure to curate an idealized online persona and the exhaustion that comes from constantly seeking validation and approval. She argues that performing for others can lead to losing sight of one's true self and encourages embracing vulnerability and authenticity instead. 


Are you living, or are you performing?

This website is a blog by Faith Zapata where she discusses her personal experiences and observations about society, including the rise of casual bigotry and the decline of kindness culture. 


How Difficult Is It to Be a Good Person?

This Substack post, titled "The Quiet Grief of Growing Up", explores the author's feelings about the uncertainties of adulthood and the desire to explore multiple paths in life. The author uses Sylvia Plath's metaphor of a fig tree with many branches to describe the vast possibilities and anxieties they feel. They acknowledge the grief and fear associated with growing up while emphasizing the importance of embracing change, accepting multiple desires, and finding hope in the journey. 


The Quiet Grief of Growing Up - By Memz

This is a Substack newsletter called "Letters by L" written by an author named L.  The article discusses the fear of being perceived and how others' interpretations of us can create narratives that may not accurately reflect our true selves. It argues that we should accept that we will be misunderstood and that our image will be different in the eyes of different people. The author emphasizes the importance of relinquishing the need to control perception and embracing the complexity of human experience. 
