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culture & society.
conversations about how we live, what shapes us, and the systems we move through. this space holds social commentary, cultural analysis, and the spaces that sit between the personal and the collective.


i wake up already behind: living with emotional burnout.
a quiet reflection on the pressure to hold it all together. it’s about the cycle of expectations, exhaustion from emotional burnout, and the possibility that things don’t always have to stay this way.

josiah.
Jun 283 min read


when another culture feels like a parallel universe.
a reflection on how culture shapes what we see as “normal.” from the left side of the road in london to familiar hills in israel, this piece explores the subtle ways travel shifts our perspective and how the world can feel both foreign and familiar at the same time.

josiah.
Jun 253 min read


the moral math of medical debt.
medical debt can start in a moment, but follow you for years. this is about one hospital bill, how it shaped my life, and how the system punishes people trying to survive.

josiah.
Jun 223 min read


when hesitation holds us back.
why do we hesitate, even when we're ready to grow? whether you're starting a business, pursuing a project, or making a big decision, trust matters. this post reflects on how fear and uncertainty can hold us back, and why the right tools, support, and honesty can make a real difference.

josiah.
Jun 213 min read


when joy demands a paycheck: the toxic pressure to monetize everything.
in a world where even hobbies feel pressured to turn a profit, this piece explores the quiet exhaustion behind side hustles, follower counts, and the need to be seen. what if we created not to be famous, but to feel whole?

josiah.
Jun 105 min read


Jonathan Joss deserved better.
Jonathan Joss was more than the voice behind iconic roles. He was a symbol of representation and resilience. His death, believed by many to be a hate crime, was both tragic and preventable. This post reflects on his life, the events leading up to his death, and the systems that failed him.

josiah.
Jun 75 min read


hurt people hurt people.
a reflection on emotional pain, the patterns it creates, and how healing begins with self-awareness, compassion, and the choice to respond differently.

josiah.
Jun 33 min read


when visibility feels like disruption: inclusivity, representation in media, and the default standard.
This post explores the backlash and fatigue some people feel about inclusivity in media. From superhero casts to online debates, it looks at why representation still sparks controversy and why inclusion is more than a trend. By reflecting on these shifts, we see how media can challenge norms and invite empathy and understanding for everyone.

josiah.
May 255 min read


missing and murdered indigenous people month: an ongoing crisis.
May is Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Month (MMIP Month). While I was somewhat familiar with the crisis of violence against...

josiah.
May 243 min read


being average.
exploring the feeling of being 'average' in a world that celebrates excellence. a reflective think piece on self-worth.

josiah.
Apr 54 min read


media's impact of consent in interpersonal relationships.
A deep dive into how media shapes our understanding of consent and communication. This post explores how films, TV, and social media influence perceptions of boundaries and respect. From Twilight’s problematic dynamics to online conversations about consent, it highlights the need for clearer, healthier portrayals of relationships.

josiah.
Mar 176 min read
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