Remember, this was back in the '90s, before the only way to be a cool teenager was to have a baby or a reality show {or both}.
In her book, Mindy Kaling reflects on the cultural landscape of the 1990s, highlighting a time when societal expectations for teenagers were vastly different from today's norms. Back then, being considered 'cool' didn't revolve around having children or starring in reality television, contrasting sharply with contemporary values.
Kaling's insights suggest a nostalgic look at teenage life, pointing out that popularity and acceptance were once defined by different measures. This observation serves...