Be Square

What if the moment you’re “supposed” to have everything figured out… is actually just the beginning of more uncertainty?In this episode, Lucas unpacks the pressure behind college acceptance, the illusion of a fixed path, and the expectations that come with stepping into young adulthood. From prestige-driven decisions to the anxiety of choosing a major, he explores why certainty feels so comforting—and why it rarely reflects reality. Through reflections on student experiences and a current employee, this episode dives into the tension between what looks “right” on paper and what actually feels right to a memorable expereince like college.

It’s the summer before college applications, and everything feels like it should be exciting—until reality sets in. In this episode, Lucas sits in the space between freedom and pressure: a high school junior trying to enjoy the last stretch of summer while suddenly being forced to decide what comes next.As the idea of college begins to take shape, so do the expectations—major choices, career paths, and the unspoken pressure to pick something “safe.” Through conversations with peers and reflections on his own indecision, Lucas explores how prestige, family/ social expectations, and uncertainty quietly shape the decisions students make long before they even step on campus.