What do MAGA rallies, cancel mobs, and fundamentalist parenting all have in common? A shared addiction to moral certainty—and a terror of complexity. This piece unpacks the neurochemistry, identity collapse, and cultural damage caused by principle-over-people thinking—and why unlearning it is the most rebellious act of all.

Loneliness isn’t just about being alone—it’s about feeling unseen. In a hyper-connected world, true recognition is rare. This piece explores the root of existential loneliness, why social media fuels disconnection, and how to cultivate deep, meaningful relationships that actually fulfill us.