I've been doing the work in therapy to recognize my unhealthy patterns

Now I can identify all the ways I'm sabotaging my relationships, but that doesn't mean I've stopped doing them

My boomer parents told me to 'just invest in a diversified portfolio.'

I told them my diversified portfolio is currently four different streaming subscriptions and a crippling student loan.

I told my manager I was feeling burnt out and needed a break from the constant hustle.

He just smiled and said, 'That's not burnout, that's just the fuel for your fire!'

My dad told me to save 10% of every paycheck for my future.

Right now, my paycheck *is* 10% of what I need for my present.