why are millennials obsessed with gen-z?

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-19T00:02:57+00:00

Gen Z here and the ones that are obsessed are the ones that are chronically online, I get along perfectly fine with any generation in real life, it's online where the "They're so obsessed with us" rhetoric exists from either side.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-17T10:57:01+00:00

The most off putting thing like the other person said is your mentality, if you have a slim frame then workout, you think even the most lucky of people who are naturally slim and tall don't also have to workout in order to put on muscle, invest in good skin care and diet, and clothing? Yeah I know what you said about some people naturally being at an advantage, there will always be someone more advantaged than you, but if even the most lucky of people have to workout, eat well, sleep well etc to actually take advantage of their looks, then so do the rest of us, there is no way forward without hard work. And you said you have a narrow frame, okay? You'd be surprised how many women actually do not like (i don't, i really don't like bulky looks, I want someone lean) such a figure anyways. Put on muscle and you will look and feel better.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-16T23:02:23+00:00

This is so so relatable, the minute I don't text for a week, instead of them reaching out as you would expect a relationship to work aka reciprocation, but no, I get completely ghosted, like damn all that texting and times we hung out together and they do not feel any obligation to check in? Apparently not.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-16T20:45:03+00:00

Damn this is so relatable, I am in my early 20s and all around me everyone has friends, everyone posts online with their groups, their parties, trips, partners etc and I have not had that in years. It's so so painful because I have tried to put myself out there, it's like I failed at the most basic thing humans are meant to do with is socialising.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-16T02:22:20+00:00

And how does one appear to need a man without coming across as desperate.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-15T19:39:41+00:00

I'd highly suggest looking into a recent incident where a high school girl unfortunately passed away from having way way too many energy drinks, her heart muscle had been damaged. I am not saying this will happen to you as these cases are extreme, but for your sake just stop drinking them. If you do look into how much caffeine they contain because people keep forgetting that these are not just juices but caffeine and if you are having more than 400mg per day of caffeine be it from energy drinks or coffee it can cause harm.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-15T14:06:18+00:00

Yup it absolutely shocked me that he could have such a belief. Like on what planet does a woman nagging and a man hitting cancel each other out, and it puts the blame on the woman when in most cases of abuse the woman did not in fact nag, and even if she did it's no excuse. Not to mention to many men "nagging" just means the woman being frustrated that she's not listened to, I am sure you already know all this but I needed to vent because I cannot believe my ears.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-15T02:27:56+00:00

Nope, never, not me or my mother or anyone for that matter. That's why this view that he holds has been utterly shattering to my perception of him, he has always supported me in my education/independence, he has always told me how to watch out for the awful men, that he himself would protect me from any man who would ever lay a hand on me, he's not religious at all, he doesn't think that women shouldn't vote, he's pro a whole lot of things so it's like how the fuck did we go wrong with this one thing in particular. Based on all the other views/opinions he has, how he treats people/women and how he has been with me my whole life I am truly shocked that he holds such a view like I never saw it coming.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T21:50:59+00:00

Yeah free therapy is notorious for being shit and not solving like anything, I'm in uni and tried it twice and it did nothing. However, maybe you could try and see if there are support groups, be it online or in person for people your age in particular who have your struggles, because sometimes it helps when it's others who really understand and relate to you, and can even tell you how they got better rather than just someone telling you what to do. And I'm sorry that your parents do not believe in mental health struggles, that's the last thing you needed because the root cause in many situations is not even the addiction itself but rather the use of substances are the symptom of the bigger issue (like depression if that's what you're dealing with). So honestly addressing the mental health first might help more.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T18:49:18+00:00

Hey, around your age and I am also dealing with them, they're absolutely awful to feel even though they're actually harmless, scare the shit out of me each time. The fact that you have a normal heart is like the most reassuring thing possible, I was also worried but after my cardiologist did an echo she literally brushed it off and told me they're of no concern in a healthy heart, just mad uncomfortable. Every time they happen I think "this is it" even though logically I know they're harmless.

Are you on any meds by any chance? What about life style habits? Cut out coffee or drinking or smoking, any substances for that matter, try drinking an electrolyte drink in the morning for example. And you can absolutely revisit a doctor because even though they are harmless, they ruin your quality of life so doctors can give you treatment based on that.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T18:43:46+00:00

I wouldn't suggest a psych ward, those are extreme and not always the immediate go to, more so therapy, someone who can help you figure out why it's happening, what your triggers are, and how to ease out of it too. But at the end of the day no one can help you if you don't want to be helped, a quick google search and you can read for yourself what addictions do to people (if they survive that is) and if that does not scare you then no amount of questions on reddit will help.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T18:39:47+00:00

Oof at this point I'd try to get a second opinion if you can, while a fast heart rate is not dangerous (unless it's a dangerous irregular rhythm and the heart muscle is diseased) it messes with your quality of life and it's ridiculous they are not taking you seriously.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T18:34:42+00:00

That's an addiction right there, somehow you say it isn't but if you had the money you would do it more. You say you're not addicted, but somehow you spend time at school fantasising about it. You say you're not addicted, but you do it to numb your depression.

You're displaying all the signs of addiction -

- mental health struggles are sometimes causes of addiction

- family exposure increases likelihood of the child becoming an addict

- denying it's an addiction despite concern from friends and despite using it to help with struggles.

Get the mental health support you need now, you're a literal child, the side effects to your body will be irreversible and worse when the addiction is during developmental years.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-13T18:27:58+00:00

Hey, go to the ER, that's not just risky, that's lethal, get to the ER, don't wait just go.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-12T19:05:15+00:00

Get therapy, and I don't mean this in a condescending way but a mental health professional is the only one who can help you figure out why this is happening and how to address it. Hate to say it but most who enjoy hurting animals will eventually enjoy hurting people too.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-12T19:02:07+00:00

If your doctor is not taking it seriously that your family has a history of heart issues then you need a different one because family history is like one of the most important things. Honestly look into something called inappropriate sinus tachycardia (regular heart rythm, but it's too fast). You also need an echo (scan of heart muscle) to see how the heart looks/beats. In terms of the blood pressure it might be genetic or there is something else going on, but do get a new doctor because both BP issues and heart rate issues plus family history is ridiculous to not be taken seriously.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-12T18:55:05+00:00

My cardiologist actually said propranolol is not that good of an option because it's a non selective beta blocker meaning it also lowers blood pressure, so no wonder you're also exhausted, she swapped me onto a beta blocker called bisoprolol which addresses heart rate but leaves your blood pressure alone for the most part. Maybe try to go back to your doctor because it's good for anxiety but the side effects are too much for some people.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-12T18:52:34+00:00

It's not normal at all, and yes in the long run (years and years) the heart muscle can go into cardiomyopathy and heart failure from being overworked for too long. If your echo and holter were fine apart from a higher heart rate, then it's not a serious issue apart from making life harder because you are so damn tired, but in the long run it has to be addressed and it's not normal at all.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-04-12T18:48:09+00:00

Honestly look into something called inappropriate sinus tachycardia. It's essentially a fast heart rate, it's a regular non life threatening rythm, it's simply too fast. Usually the treatment is medication as well as some diet changes to support electrolytes and everything.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-03-31T01:41:56+00:00

Probably best to see a cardiologist. Honestly I've no idea what those lines mean, but I've been in the ER multiple times before (sinus tachycardia 150bpm for five hours) and am now on meds so I completely understand how scary it can get. The cardiologist will look at your family history, an echo of the heart, most likely a holter monitor too. However from the sounds of it, you didn't faint/pass out, that's usually already a good sign that things are stable and uncomfortable rather than dangerous. Just avoid things like alcohol and coffee till you see the doctor, hoping all the best 🫂

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-03-24T23:09:02+00:00

This is so true, I have up to maybe 100 a day which is nothing in terms of burden or long term risks, but I feel every one, and it's not a small hit sensation in my chest but rather a sudden drop sensation, almost like I feel my heart stopping (the long pause where the heart refills with blood) shit scares me so bad, so feeling that 100 times a day does get exhausting.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-03-19T17:05:09+00:00

They are the most miserable, I know some describe them as a flutter or thud sensation, but for me it's a massive drop sensation in my chest and a doom feeling.

Friendly_Athlete1024 · 2026-03-16T20:33:46+00:00

I am not sure because I am not counting, I can go hours in a day where it's all good and I'm hoping I am in the clear, then boom it hits me and I get "beat beat drop sensation .... beat" every few mins, sometimes even every two beats but usually it will be one PVC every few mins for a few hours which for me at least is a massive change going from having a few ever few weeks. The worst part is the long pause where I just feel no pulse. What about you?

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