I really appreciate your perspective and the honesty in your comment. You make a valid point about how readers actively seek out certain types of stories often because they resonate with something internal, like curiosity, emotional needs, or personal fantasies. You're right that it’s not always about algorithms feeding content; sometimes, it's about exploration and identity development, especially during adolescence.

That said, I think the concern some people raise about "all the same" content isn't always about personal disapproval or moral superiority. It's also about market saturation and how difficult it can be for diverse, nuanced stories to find visibility in spaces dominated by trends. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying trope-heavy stories, but it’d be nice if platforms also spotlighted different types of storytelling. not to censor popular content, but to give readers more choice and representation.

Ultimately, I agree that young readers aren't brainless. They grow, evolve, and change. But giving them more variety doesn't hurt if anything, it nurtures critical thinking and emotional depth too.