What does it mean to be authentic in high school? In this episode of Insider Threat, I sit down with Yurkkio._ to unpack the pressure teens face to fit in—online, in the classroom, and even within themselves. From TikTok trends to unspoken social codes, we explore the cost of showing up as your real self when blending in seems like the safer option.
This conversation isn’t just for teens—it’s for anyone navigating identity in a world full of filters.
🎙 Say Ahh: Joke, Quote, or Biggest Fear?🌐 External Pressures: Social media, peer pressure, trends🧠 Internal Impact: Self-esteem, identity, emotional toll🌀 In Between: Knowing who you are vs. who you can be in public💡 Take CTRL: What are you copying, pasting, and applying from today’s conversation?
Protect your peace. Alter your code. Logging off for now.