Extended Adolescence is a faction of Gen Z that is dealing with soaring costs and milestone anxiety by stepping off the traditional path, not out of rebellion, but for self-preservation. Instead of chasing markers of success they can’t afford or don’t believe in, Sinclair said the faction is turning inward by “indulging in little treats, favoring whimsical and personalized products and embracing joyful hobbies that offer temporary control.”
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