The Crisis of Religion and Society

The discussion highlights the declining adherence to religions and considers how this secularization contributes to social issues such as the fertility crisis and mental health problems. It critiques the abandonment of time-honored religious practices, viewed as essential for personal discipline and societal cohesion, which once served as a form of 'mental hygiene'. The guest argues that indulgence in every emotion and the dismissal of self-denial practices lead to adverse consequences on mental well-being. The rise of secular ideologies, alongside a societal detachment from religion, raises alarm about potential long-term repercussions for fertility and mental health.