teenage angst

  • Kayla’s Distortion of Independence

    Kayla’s senior year of high school was just around the corner, and she had three distinct goals in mind. First, she longed for independence and a life away from her mother’s house. Second, she sought to secure a spot in a reputable college program. And third, she was eager to lose her virginity, a milestone…

  • My Sister’s Insecurities: A Conversation on Relationships and Intimacy

    My sister Helen and I had always been incredibly close. We were only two years apart, and our parents had always encouraged us to be open and honest with each other. As kids, we’d have epic battles over who was the better singer, and as we got older, our conversations became more…in-depth. We were sitting…

  • Jake’s Relationship with Multiple Girls at School

    Jake’s week flew by in a blur, with his only notable encounters being with the three girls he had slept with on Monday night. The usual awkwardness didn’t faze him, and he greeted each of them with a friendly smile in the hallway. Maria returned the greeting, while Dani looked puzzled, and Candice, the busty…