All of the great content we share is brought to you by the GenTwenty team. We’re introducing you to the names and faces behind the site in this special series.
What is your first and last name?
Marina Crouse
Where do you live?
Southern California
How did you first hear about GenTwenty?
Back in 2013, I searched online for people going through similar experiences to me…I may have actually googled “why are my twenties so hard”!
When did you start writing for GenTwenty?
2014! I interned for a few months, became a regular contributor, and now I’m GenTwenty’s Managing Editor.
If you had an extra hour in the day and you could do whatever you wanted, what would you do and why?
Read or sleep…both help me recharge!
How do you recharge when you are stressed?
Read, take neighborhood walks, or go to bed early.
Favorite sweet or savory treat?
Anything Salty-Crunchy…Pretzels, Potato Chips, veggies dipped in guacamole!
What’s the best piece of advice you would give to another twenty-something?
Prioritize yourself: Figure out what fills you and what drains you, and learn to set boundaries for yourself.
Read more from Marina here!
About the Author
Alyssa graduated from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. She uses her training in change management to write internal communications, future of work, and career content that helps people change their behaviors and habits. To honor her late grandparents, she writes Time Intentional, a collection of reflections, ideas, and inspiration about what it means to live intentionally at www.timeintentional.com. When she isn't writing, Alyssa enjoys trying new restaurants with her husband, playing with her Bengal cats, adventuring outdoors, or reading a book from her TBR list.
Website: https://www.wordswithalyssa.com/