millennial existentialism

The unique angst and existential dilemma faced by Millenials — those born between 1981 and 1996.

It appears we are shaped by a convergence of societal, technological, and environmental changes, and face questions previous generations haven’t — but do we? 

“Existentialism” is a philosophical movement that emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries, with thinkers like Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus — though they themselves did not identify as “existentialists.”

It explores themes of individual freedom, choice, responsibility, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent or absurd world.

While the word “Millennial” describes Generation Y who came of age in 2000 at the turn of the new millennium, “millennial” is an adjective that refers to a period of a thousand years, figuratively qualifying something that spans over a significant period of time.

So “millennial existentialism” could be:

— a perspective that delves into the fundamental questions of existence

— seeking to explore the endurance and continuity of these questions across epochs,  regardless of time or place

— investigating how different generations grapple with and answer similar questions and challenges.

Millennial existentialism.

The relationship between a generation and the timeless, enduring questions that have persisted across time.

A poetic pursuit fueled by a relentless desire to discover a transcending principle and  reveal our interconnectedness.