Generational transformations in an evolutionary world
At present, young people are in a context of constant change, where their identity and their aspirations are increasingly diverse. During the last decades, the traditional references and the traditional roads that used to guide the lives of young people have suffered great alteration. In the past, academic training and well -defined values were the keys to a promising future. Now, however, these guidelines seem to have lost their strength.
The Influence of Materialism and Nihilism
Replacing traditional values with a materialistic approach has generated a worrying landscape. Many young people face a life without clear purposes, trying to fill an existential gap with superficial experiences and immediate consumption. Economic travel and fleeting relationships are an attempt to seek meaning, but they often end up leaving a sense of frustration and dissatisfaction. As Chesterton pointed out a century ago, abnormality is a stage that can be standardized, but the current combination of material wealth and interior discontent is alarming.
Disease in the Institutions and Alternatives Fragils
The distrust of institutions is a widespread feeling among young people, who see political mediocrity as a cause of anguish. However, the solutions they propose are often insufficient and poorly solid. The search for escapism and the demand for public aid without a real commitment generates a cycle of dependency that hinders personal and professional growth.
The importance of vocation and purpose
Many young people seem to lose sight of the importance of having a clear vocation. Lack of support and guidance leads them to a resignation that prevents them from taking the reins of their lives. It is essential that the mentors and models to continue to help these young people recognize their ability to exercise their freedom and meet the challenges of life with determination.
A reflection on the future
Instead of focusing on material goods, it is time to rediscover the mystique that can guide young hearts to a more hopeful future. Figures like Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas remind us of the importance of orienting ourselves towards the common good, and that the true solution lies within each individual. In times of turbulence, it is crucial that young people recognize that their destiny depends not only on external circumstances, but on their will and personal effort.
