Seek Meaning to Counter Distraction

A significant rise in anxiety and depression among adolescents and young adults correlates with a decrease in their search for meaning in life, which has declined from 89% in 1965 to below 50% today. This decline stems from increasing distractions due to modern technology, pushing individuals into the analytical left hemisphere of the brain that prioritizes 'what' questions over the reflective right hemisphere that explores 'why' and meaning. As people become overwhelmed by technological clutter, they lose sight of life's deeper questions, contributing to feelings of unhappiness and despair. Thus, the challenge lies in breaking free from these distractions to reignite the pursuit of meaningful engagement in life.