Needs and Challenges Growing Up In The 21st Century with Michael Carr-Gregg

Gen Z, Gen Alpha & the Search for Meaning – A Conversation with Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

Today’s young people are growing up in a world more complex than ever before. With rising mental health challenges, social isolation, substance use, climate anxiety, and declining trust in institutions, the basic human needs for happiness, connection, and purpose can feel increasingly out of reach.

In our July seminar, Professor Craig Hassed, will interview Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, one of Australia’s leading child, adolescent, and family psychologists, shares his expert insights into the pressures facing younger generations and what we can do to support them.

This conversation will explore:
• What’s driving anxiety and disconnection in young people
• The role of technology, social context, and cultural shifts
• Practical strategies for families, educators, and communities

Exploring Meditation, Meaning and the Mind: 

This free monthly webinar series offers a deep dive into the realm of contemplative wisdom. Every first Thursday of the month (AEST/AEDT) at lunchtime, immerse yourself in discussions with a diverse panel of thinkers, meditators, researchers, and individuals from various wisdom traditions, discussing topics like mindful parenting, burnout, morality, and the impacts of technology on attention. These sessions, guided by Professor Craig Hassed, conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving you a unique opportunity to engage with the panellists. This series is an open invitation to explore the profound impact of contemplative practices and bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and the complexities of modern living.

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