British journalist Pandora Sykes questions some of the myths and paradoxes of modern life and how they affect millennial women.

Modern life can be overwhelming — rather than feeling liberated by the abundance of choice, we seem to be caught in a never-ending cycle of decision-making.

The pressure to optimize and personalize every detail of our lives for the sake of authenticity often leaves us exhausted, questioning every decision like it will forever determine our future.

Pandora Sykes is a London-based journalist, broadcaster, and host of the popular podcasts Doing it Right and The High Low.

In this collection of essays, Sykes explores modern myths around wellness, consumerism, and productivity that lead millennial women to burnout and feelings of inadequacy.