Eras of Influence – What Swifties Teach Us About Belonging and Mental Health

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Sometimes trying to build meaningful connections feels awkward, uncertain, or like you’re putting yourself out there without a guarantee that anything will come from it. But then you find yourself surrounded by people who understand you—people who share your excitement, your emotions, your stories—and suddenly the discomfort feels worth it.
That’s the everyday magic of the Swiftie community.

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