For many of our youths today, belonging feels out of reach. It’s not that there’s no love around them – it’s that connection often gets lost in the noise of expectations, pressures, and digital distraction. And for some, the only place that feels safe or affirming is a screen: a gaming community, a curated Instagram feed, or a late-night scroll on TikTok. A place where you become friends with an Avatar, not a real person.