This comment might have been written by a troubled graduate student named Alex, who studied philosophy and has been grappling with existential thoughts and mental health challenges since high school. After a difficult transition into the competitive environment of the University of Waterloo’s academic scene, Alex uses dark humor and provocative statements as a coping mechanism, attempting to confront their feelings about life, purpose, and societal expectations. Often found at the local coffee shop, they engage in deep conversations with friends about the meaning of existence, but struggle to find their own sense of peace.