How the Internet Ruins Young People - Freya India
· 1 h 28 min
Episode How the Internet Ruins Young People - Freya India
Freya India is a writer and commentator known for her sharp insights on youth culture, mental health, technology, and modern relationships.
Freya's Links:
Substack - https://www.freyaindia.co.uk
Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Girls®-Gen-Z-Commodification-Everything/dp/1800754701
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00:00 – Introduction: Why Young People Are Struggling
02:15 – The Internet’s Grip on Attention & Identity
07:40 – Loneliness, Anxiety, and the Digital Feedback Loop
13:05 – How Social Media Shapes Self‑Worth
18:30 – The Collapse of Real‑World Community
24:10 – The Rise of Hyper‑Individualism
29:45 – Why Young People Feel Lost and Directionless
36:20 – The Problem With Online Activism & Outrage Culture
42:55 – Dating, Relationships, and Digital Disconnection
49:30 – What Young People Actually Need
55:10 – Freya’s Advice for Parents & Educators
1:00:40 – Rebuilding Meaning in a Digital Age
01:23:15 - What's The One Thing We're Not Talking About That We Really Should Be?
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