Why does adulthood feel so heavy?And why does everyone pretend they’re fine?**
We grew up believing that once we became adults, everything would finally make sense — that we’d know what we’re doing, feel more confident, and somehow have life “figured out.”
But no one warned us that adulthood comes
• responsibilities we never agreed to • expectations that appear out of nowhere • constant pressure to stay “productive” • exhaustion that never fully goes away • decisions that feel bigger than we expected • and a quiet fear that everyone else is handling life better than we are
This book is an honest, emotional, and often relatable look at why becoming an adult feels overwhelming — and why you’re not the only one struggling with it.
It’s not a guide. It’s not a lecture. It’s a conversation you’ve needed for years.
If you’ve ever felt behind, lost, tired, or guilty for not enjoying adulthood the way you “should,” this book will make you feel seen, understood, and a little less alone.
Because the truth is nothing is wrong with you — adulthood is just harder than anyone admitted.