Growing up, I always had a strong sense of self—an inner confidence that I could face any challenge. But as I’ve gotten older, it’s become harder to maintain that mentality in a world that isn’t always kind or forgiving to men who express themselves differently. Society has a way of Read more…
As we scroll through social media, we encounter a barrage of headlines about famous musicians, actors, and influencers. Our feeds are flooded with images and videos that showcase the glamorous lives of these celebrities, alongside a multitude of cultural, social, and political issues that shape our world. We are immersed Read more…
This morning, my sister sent me a few old videos from when we were kids. We used to spend entire days creating the most random, hilarious sketches while our parents were at work. Watching them made me feel a little sad—not just because I miss my family, but because I Read more…
When you’re a kid, you dream about growing up, imagining that once you’re an adult, people will take you seriously and listen to what you have to say. Now that I’m 22, I often find myself wishing I could go back to those carefree days when responsibility wasn’t weighing me Read more…
Welcome to the world of Benji Cappel. This is my welcome blog. Hi, I’m Benji Cappel, and I’m thrilled you’re here! I’m a 22-year-old artist from Joliet, Illinois, a south-side suburb of Chicago. I’m currently finishing my senior year studying marketing and music business, but my real passion is making Read more…