Parents today must recognize that many young people are quietly struggling with feelings of rootlessness and disconnection. Gen Z has grown up in a world where traditional anchors—faith, family, and community—have often been weakened or replaced by digital substitutes. While outwardly children may appear engaged with social media, activism, or online communities, inwardly they may be searching for belonging and meaning. Parents should be attentive to these silent needs, understanding that beneath the surface, their children may be longing for stability, guidance, and genuine connection that only family and trusted mentors can provide.
For young women, the constant messages of empowerment on platforms like Instagram can mask loneliness and isolation. They are often told independence is the highest good, yet many quietly yearn for affirmation, love, and a sense of purpose beyond the curated images they consume. For young men, ridicule and cultural dismissal have left them vulnerable to voices that exploit their confusion. Parents must be aware that their sons may be silently wrestling with questions of identity and worth, and that without guidance, they may turn to unhealthy influences that distort masculinity. By listening closely and creating safe spaces for honest conversation, parents can help their children navigate these pressures.
Ultimately, the silent needs of this generation are not about politics or ideology but about roots. Children crave belonging, meaning, and a moral framework that helps them understand who they are and where they fit in the world. Parents who remain alert to these quiet cries—who invest time in family traditions, faith, and community—can provide the grounding their children desperately need. Without this awareness, young people risk drifting into extremes, searching for home in places that cannot truly satisfy. Parents hold the key to restoring stability and hope for their children, but it requires attentiveness to what is often left unsaid.
https://www.theblaze.com/columns/opinion/americas-new-lost-generation-is-looking-for-home-and-finding-the-wrong-ones
