The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God S1 E06. The Meaning Crisis: Why we're all religious deep down
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Dec 5, 2023 A mental health crisis and identity crisis are discussed in this podcast, along with the decline of institutional religion. The surprising embrace of Christianity by a well-known ex-Muslim speaker and Richard Dawkins' softened critique of traditional religion are also explored. The podcast dives into the search for meaning in a materialistic worldview and the revival of the Christian narrative to address the current meaning crisis.
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Expressive Individualism
- Expressive individualism and "authenticity" characterize modern society.
- This shift focuses on inner identity rather than external narratives.
Self-Created Identities
- Postmodernism and social media fuel self-created identities.
- This contrasts with inherited identities, impacting even gender identity.
Fragmented Narratives
- Current cultural stories are a fragmented mix of formerly Christian ideals.
- This fragmented narrative contributes to anxiety and mental health issues.