Teen boys are navigating complex terrain—yet they carry within them everything they need to thrive.

Adolescence today is shaped by a unique set of pressures: online echo chambers, shifting ideas of masculinity, and a fast-paced world that often values performance over presence.

Adolescence, Netflix’s four-part British drama that has been watched by over 145 million viewers this year—making it one of the most‑watched shows of 2025—has struck a nerve. It tells the raw story of a 13‑year‑old boy’s slide into online hate, toxic masculinity, isolation, and ultimately, violence. It’s not just a TV show—it’s a mirror. Around the world, boys are being pulled into digital vortexes of cyberbullying, radicalisation, and extreme online ideologies.

Spoiler: The Answer Isn’t Learning to Code Faster Than ChatGPT

AI just wrote a song, passed a law exam, and might be coming for your job next. Feeling a little uneasy? You’re not alone. But here’s the thing—what will keep you relevant in the future isn’t another certificate or tech skill. It’s your humanness.