A midlife crisis at 20… — “Where the hell am I heading?” “Where will I be 5 years from now?” “When will I have some grasp on life and figure out what my purpose is in this society?” If these thoughts plaster your mind, you’re not alone. From stressed-out college students uncertain about post-grad life to…

Jeremy Berke is a senior reporter for Business Insider where he focuses on the cannabis industry, particularly on cannabis business and policy. Ever since his start with Business Insider back in 2015, Berke covered politics, science, and finance before carving out his own niche as a marijuana journalist after creating…

It feels so long ago… — These last 12 months have been an emotional rollercoaster, with a lot more downs than a pessimist can ever imagine. I can’t help but think back to the time when our world wasn’t dealing with the threat of a virus that has direly affected tens of millions of people. I…

Paint it with caution. — On its worst day, social media is a breeding ground for diminishing one’s self-esteem through meaningless comparison. On its best day, social media is a communal hub for folks with similar interests to connect through entertaining, inspiring, and informative content. When we open up Instagram or any social media platform…

A Haiku — Warm winds douse my doubt, Dust settles beside the curb, Remains of an urge.

Silence is Not Golden — A social anomaly stuck inside of his mind, itching to climb over the urge to mute the words confined behind the bars of anxiety, shriveling into the corner away from the crowd. A young recluse who feels looked down upon in the presence of his peers, whispering about the silence that…

Lost in the syllabus. — 4 years from now, I’m going to be turning my tassel to the left, Looking back at my journey in either pride or regret. Until those 4 years come to reach an end, I’ll forever be wondering whether or not I’m making the right choices or following the trend. A…

Care for yourself. The struggles are enough. — Don’t forget to take a step back When it feels like the world is spinning in circles, Struggling to breathe in the whirlwind Provoked by the hell of 2020. A new decade comprised of new problems Provoked by old, flawed beliefs, Held against the freedom fighters Marching for justice in our streets…

Honoring #24 With #17 — Number 17, another trophy on the list, 5 of which exist thanks to Kobe’s greatness. But ever since we lost #2 & #24 2020 has been nothing but a downtrodden tour til’ the Finals came ashore. AD & LeBron led us through a grueling road Full of agony and pain yet…