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A Teen Girl's Perspective


The Politics of Apologies: Why Saying Sorry Feels Harder (and Sometimes Fake)
“Sorry.” A tiny word that’s supposed to heal cuts, close gaps, and reset relationships. But lately, it feels like the word “sorry” has lost its meaning. Instead of being a bridge between people, it’s become a script, something to appeal to an audience, and not the person you hurt. Image From: ISTOCKPHOTO Think about celebrity apologies. They live in the Notes app, typed out in bland fonts, full of “if I offended anyone” or “I didn’t intend to cause harm.” It’s PR damage contr
Marina Lemoni
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“Nothing You Can Take From Me Was Ever Worth Keeping,”: Why Rachel Zegler’s Hate is Undeserved
With the resurfacing of Evita’s popularity as the West End just closed the production and Rachel Zegler playing the leading lady Eva Peron, Rachel Zegler’s name has appeared in several conversations online. Zegler is famous for her bright, powerful, and clear voice: both literally and figuratively. Her rise to fame began at the ripe age of 17, where she booked the role of Maria in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story . Preceding West Side Story , Zegler is well known for some o
Hilary Ho
3 min read


Why the Villain Feels More Honest Than the Heroine
We were raised to root for the heroine, the girl who is good, selfless, and always willing to put others before herself. She is graceful,...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


The Pressure To Fit Into A 'Core'
Lately, it feels like everything needs a label. Your outfit, your personality, your playlist, your habits, they all have to fit into some...
Marina Lemoni
2 min read


A Review of 'For Cryin’ Out Loud!' – FINNEAS at His Most Intentional
'For Cryin’ Out Loud!' is an album that doesn’t announce itself – it unfolds. Nothing about it feels rushed or forced. It’s thoughtful...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Equal Sweat, Unequal Pay: The Gender Gap in Sports
Progress is a powerful word, but sometimes it hides how little has really changed. Behind the highlight reels and empowerment campaigns,...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Writing, Rejection, And Rolling Stone: Angie Martoccio On Chasing The Dream
When I reached out to Angie Martoccio, Senior Writer at Rolling Stone and the kind of journalist I hope to become, I didn’t expect a...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


When Did Rest Become a Luxury?
Hey everyone! Have you ever felt like rest is something you have to earn? Like you’re only allowed to slow down once you’ve done enough,...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Billie Eilish: The Voice Gen Z Trusts
Hey everyone! If you couldn't tell by the title, in today’s blog I'm going to be talking about someone I genuinely love and admire, the...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


The Illusion of Closeness: Why We Think We Know Celebs
Have you ever caught yourself caring a little too much about someone on your screen? Same. In today’s blog, I’m going to be talking...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


The TikTok Effect: How an App Hijacked Our Minds
Hey everyone, in today's blog I’m going to be talking about how TikTok’s algorithm is slowly outsmarting our brain — one scroll at a time....
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Soft Sounds, Sharp Writing: Kyra Fields Review
Hey everyone! In today’s blog, I’m going to be talking about an artist I recently discovered — Kyra Fields. Her music feels easy to fall...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Cancel Culture: The Internet’s Favorite Hobby
Hey everyone! In today’s blog, I want to talk about something we’ve all encountered online before: cancel culture. It’s loud, messy, and...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Burnout is Real – But So is Bouncing Back
Hey everyone! Today, I want to talk about something that’s been hitting hard lately—burnout. Even if you have your GCSEs coming up like...
Marina Lemoni
4 min read


Finding Comfort in Sound: How Music Became My Escape
Hi everyone! If you can’t tell by the title, today I’m going to be talking about how music has helped me find myself and heal, and how it...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Revolution in Our Hands: Why Young People Can’t Ignore Politics
Hey everyone! In today's blog, I will talk about something that affects all of us, whether we realize it or not—politics. Now, before you...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


A Review Of ''Eternal Sunshine'': Ariana’s Most Intimate Era Yet
Hey everyone! I’m back with another review of another album that, I believe, hasn’t gotten the love and recognition it deserves. Today...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


Why Embracing Vulnerability Can Strengthen Your Teenage Friendships Like Never Before
Hey everyone! Long time no see! (it’s been 3 days). Anyways. . today we’ll be talking about something that might seem a little scary at...
Marina Lemoni
3 min read


A Bold Leap Into Pop Stardom - A Review Of ''So Close To What'' By Tate Mcrae
Hey everyone! In today’s blog, I’ll be reviewing an album that, to my surprise, completely won me over—Tate McRae’s ''So Close to What''....
Marina Lemoni
2 min read


Self-Care Secrets: Lessons from Inspiring Women Who Prioritize Well-Being
Hey everyone! In today’s blog, we’re diving into the world of self-care—something that often feels more complicated than it should be....
Marina Lemoni
3 min read
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