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Loneliness & Belonging
The most connected generation in history is also the loneliest.
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May 2026Latest
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Gen Z Is Ungrounded and Going Back to the Mall - The Generational Pendulum Swings Back to In-Person
Gen X disappeared into malls. Gen Z was location-shared into structured activities. Ryan Vet on why the most digital generation is walking back into physical space.
Solo essay by Ryan Vet ESSAY
What the Class of 2026 Is Really Bringing to the Workforce: Loneliness, AI, and the Mentor Gap
The first class whose entire college experience was shaped by generative AI is walking off the stage. Ryan Vet on what is actually waiting for them.
Solo essay by Ryan Vet ESSAY
We've Never Been More Alone - Why the Most Connected Generation Is the Loneliest in History
The Surgeon General compared loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Ryan Vet on why the most connected generation in history is also the loneliest.
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