The young seeker
For the longest time, it was believed that spiritual
seeking was the domain of those who have lived
upto a ripe old age and have moved on from the
material mundane life. The elderly or the middle-
aged sought refuge in the study of scriptures
or at the feet of a Master who promised
deliverance from sins and a place in heaven
after death. It was also believed that just like
everything, spiritual pursuits too have a right
time and age, which is mostly the sunset years of
an individual’s life. However, as spirituality and
the notions related to it underwent a massive
change in the new age, gradually, the youth
started getting drawn to it, tantalised by its
promise of transforming their lives and helping
them achieve their goals.
Modern spirituality has a broader canvas
which is associated with ensuring personal
growth, having a blissful experience, or finding
Contrary to popular belief, the youth of today is eagerly seeking
comfort in spirituality and trying to give back to society
holistically and wholesomely, says Muskaan Sharma
the purpose and meaning of life. It envisions an
inner path, enabling a person to discover his
true essence.
The youth of today have chosen this form
of spirituality in the wake of the current
competitive times, which require professionals
to go beyond the call of duty to achieve their
targets. This, paired with the need to fulfil their
inner potential, has led young individuals to seek
solace in spirituality. However, their pursuit
is not guided strictly by traditional definitions.
They want it to be conducive to their chosen
lifestyle while helping them cultivate inner peace
and calm. Their focus is their inner selves,
developing good self-esteem, as well as attaining
self-actualisation.The need to adopt a new spirituality
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