There's a Psychological Term for Feeling Disappointed by Traveling to Paris-and It Can Have Intense Symptoms
"Paris is hyped up in movies, social media, and luxury branding and people build up a mental image of an idealized city filled with beauty and romance."
"Each time," Sanjay said mournfully, "I failed." This repeated experience led to significant distress, culminating in a disconnection from his personal interests and social life.
Skyler Chens How far I would have to go to become myself - KALTBLUT Magazine
In his central work, Finding Myself, Chen boldly mixes elements of Asian folklore with provocative depictions of sexual expression, creating a striking contrast between the traditional and the transgressive.