AND… RELAX Aug 15, 2023 ... products and techniques that are helping young people to press pause. - RADICAL REST - The growing trend of radical rest pushes back against toxic productivity in order to focus on self-care. On TikTok alone, the hashtags #DeepRest, #RadicalRest, and #RestIsRadical have more than 31M views collectively - a testament to a shared desire to tune out before burn out. At its core, most people agree that It’s an umbrella term that encapsulates our growing refusal to sell our souls in exchange for economic ...
THE ‘SNACK’IFICATION’ OF EATING HABITS Jul 20, 2023 ... Gen Zs tasty dining trends Recent findings from The Cassandra Report® show that over half of all Gen Zs say they like to experiment with- and try - new food. The eating patterns of young people have been shifting for years, with on-the-go lifestyles driving convenient snacks rather than three sit-down meals a day as the norm. Let’s chow down on the latest feasting trends of Gen Z diners. - SNACK, SNACK BOOM - Young people today are fueling a snacking revival. The Wall Street Journal reports ...
TAKING CARE OF SELF-CARE Jun 21, 2023 ... Alternative Ways To Feel Your FeelsThe idea that Gen Z prioritizes their mental health is nothing new. However, the way they choose to focus on it has been evolving since the Pandemic. There’s been such a fundamental shift in this generation’s mindset and a pivot towards self-care as a form of personal growth that new trends are constantly emerging to meet this need. Ahead, we’re checking out a few new self-care tactics and rituals young people are experimenting with in their quest for improved ...
GET TO THE POINT Jun 28, 2023 ... Safe piercing education and informationHave you been trying to decide between a helix, an anti-eyebrow, or an Austin bar? Or perhaps you’re interested in trying a daith to relieve stress? Or perhaps you have no idea what we’re talking about? Either way, Cassandra is here for you on International Body Piercing Day. Piercings have long been a rite of passage for young people, and that’s never more true than today, with interest and attitudes around piercings (beyond the earlobe) continuing to ...
CASSANDRA SESSIONS: CREATORS IN THEIR OWN WORDS Oct 03, 2023 ... beliefs, particularly regarding sustainability and social justice. When asked how this affects their approach to both work and personal style, Maegan pointed out that she prefers brands that prioritize recycling, use eco-friendly packaging, and support environmental causes. Consequently, she ensures that her sustainable jewelry business reflects these values. Building on this viewpoint and highlighting Gen Zs increased emphasis on ethical consumption, André, a musician and fashion influencer known for ...
THE RISE OF ALTERNATIVE LEATHERS Jul 24, 2023 ... The latest in eco-friendly fashion From cork to pineapple to mushrooms, plenty of plant-based leathers are available today. Although these alternative leathers – whether they are plastic or plant-based, or both – are marketed as a sustainable alternative to real leather, the jury is still out on their long-term impacts as most of them contain a type of plastic called polyurethane (PU), which could sit in landfills for decades post-use. However, with the plant-based leather market expected to ...
VIRAL NEWS: THE FANDOM PARADOX Aug 18, 2023 ... emerged where she described her version of the princess as a leader who doesn't need a prince to save her. On TikTok, some users challenged her comments and opinions, saying that in an effort to make Snow White more feminist, Zegler inadvertently assigned antifeminist sentiment to the character. Others used the viral discourse to defend Zegler —a Latina actor who has already faced racist backlash for her casting in the remake— and highlight this case as an example of how fans are growing accustomed to ...
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Jun 15, 2023 ... ’ has cropped up in recent chatter. - GOOP GIFT GUIDE - Catching the media's attention across both sides of the pond, Goop has made headlines yet again for its controversial offerings. When it comes to Goop gift ideas, your standard greeting card is hardly going to cut it, and this year, the Gwyneth Paltrow-helmed lifestyle label didn’t ditch its buzzy product picks for Father’s Day, as it dropped a gift guide featuring everything from four-figure jewelry to sex toys for prostate stimulation. In ...
PEOPLE PLEASERS Jul 11, 2023 ... cursed to repeat back the last few words she hears, and just like their namesake, echoists struggle to have a voice of their own. They ‘echo’ the other person's needs and desires while losing their identity in the drama and emotional chaos of a relationship. Echoism support groups, therapists, and workshops are springing up, and demand for information appears to be increasing. Here, we’re looking at the conversation surrounding this growing trait. - ECHOISM FAQ - What is echoism? Where narcissists ...