Is This Generation More Depressed and Anxious?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 พ.ย. 2023
- Join us in a thought-provoking and uplifting exploration as we unravel the layers behind Gen Z's emotional landscape. In Episode 3, we're delving into the question on everyone's minds: "Why are Gen Z feeling blue?" 🤔 From navigating the challenges of a rapidly changing world to exploring the resilience and strength that define this incredible generation, we're on a journey to uncover the stories, insights, and silver linings that shape the Gen Z experience. 🚀
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I think, social media has a lot to do with it.
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Super duper true.
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Absolutely. Social media is the big factor of mental issues nowadays.
The sad truth about it is that we are used to wish to have someone else’s life without realizing our lives is someone else’s wish too 🥺
Aside from the influence of social media, I firmly believe this phenomena is an indicator of higher awareness of what mental health is and more openness to communicating mental health concerns. My grandparents are part of the silent generation, my parents are boomers, my cousins (and some aunts/uncles) are millenials and older gen z's, so I have a fair idea of the spectrum of how open we are to mental health as generations pass.
I've noticed members of elder generations tend to either deal with their stress or frustrations by shoving them away, if not dealing with them in a passive manner that doesn't directly deal with the negative emotions that surround these. Our parents, from the boomer generation, have adapted the weight of having to deal with the expectations of the silent generation, while also wanting to begin their careers and go against the current of gender quos from previous generations.
Sadly, I've also noticed that though Millenials carry the weight of halting generational traumas and are forced to strive for financial stability, which had allowed the Gen Zs to be more open to face these things head-on. I'm not saying that this is the case for all since there are families wherein the neuroticism still hasn't been controlled, but I find that we all have the notion of "I won't let my kids experience what you did to us" that serve as our motivation to create a safer space for future generations.
*Millenials and Gen Zs are also faced with the effects of economic decline post-boomer era, which restrains the ability of these two generations in beginning their careers as in older generations and holds back their ability to build a life outside of work (such as developing hobbies and talents), which I believe is another large factor that affects the overall well-being of these generations and the future generations to come.
We are depressed because of addiction to SOCIAL MEDIA. Mga 90% yan ang reason. Batang 90's ako pero back then kahit mahirap ang Buhay, di ko ramdam ang anxiety or any mental problem kineme na yan. Ngayon lang nung magkaroon ng social media
True.
I feel this too
totoo to
I can relate with Kryz when she said that minsan naiinggit sya kahit na hindi naman niya gusto yung kinaiinggitan nya. Sakin, naiinggit ako sa mga kawork ko dati na way ahead na sa corporate ladder. Pero sasarili ko naman, pinili ko naman maging chill sa work, ayoko naman ng ganung career path bakit ako naiinggit??
Some people tend to be so dismissive about hearing our stories kasi sila rin, 'di nila kayang maging shock-absorber ng sadness natin. We should just be open to those people and communicate well so that they can give you advice after listening to you. Understand that they need to give that advice to release the "anxiety" you shared.
This was so raw. Thank you for sharing. This just shows that everybody has his/her own struggle.
Hi Ms. Kryz! I can relate to you in so many ways. First of is with anxiety, I've been dealing with my anxiety for years already and it has gotten worse when the pandemic has started. I've been experiencing physical symptoms as well which made me decide to seek a professional help. I almost ended up getting anxiety meds but thanks to awareness and relaxation techniques, I didn't resort to that. It's been a yearly battle for me. Relapse happens but I believe that it's more on how we get up from being down to being better each day. For the past few weeks, I felt like I was in a low mood as well but it didn't disrupt my day to day life. I am still functional and headstrong but I was so lonely, vulnerable, and I find myself crying over small triggers. This week I see myself as someone with full of hope and so motivated. That's when I realized that it's already a mild depression. I'm so glad that you have talked about this matter. I've been hearing people say as well how blessed and lucky I am for the life that I have right now but money and wealth has nothing to do with what goes on in our brain. Thank you for bringing awareness to the people. I hope you'll feel better soon. Here are some of the relaxation techniques that my psychologist has told me to do and I am very happy to share it with everyone who's going through the same thing.
Relaxation techniques:
* 5-3-8 breathing
* Remove self from bodily symptoms
* Look around and look for the brightest color in the room - describe it
* Ice cube technique - put in palm and watch it melt - pay attention to different sensation
* Avoid multi-tasking
* Practice mindfulness - being at the present moment (focus on what you do and use all your sense)
* Practicing time out - remove self from the situation for 5 mins
* Get fidget toys and stress toys
* Increasing tense of safety
* Imagining safe place before going to bed (close your eyes and imagine beach - indulge yourself in scenery)
* Smelling camomile and jasmine or drinking tea
* Practice worry time (worry for 5 minutes and write them before work or going to bed)
* De-stress after work (ritual to make you more relaxed)
* Acknowledge stress and identify how can you make them a little bit stressful
* Normalize and acknowledge emotions (anxiety comes from repressed emotions)
This is a VERY2x good Topic! My input on this is a that “gen Z” now has “everything laid on the table” “everything is w/in reach” & most importantly they “dive” into the sea being “privileged “. Unlike us, old school, we are being brought up “ look for gears before diving into the sea” or else your not gonna live!
I love this episode! Both of you have different coping mechanism and it just shows how were all a human being going through different things and coping differently. Thank you for sharing this with us 🍌
I belong to the “baby boomers” being born in 1956. Your topic is very timely. When you have the time, do watch It’s Showtime’s Magpasikat, particularly the Nov 11 team of Jhong, Kim Chui and Ion. The concept is about social media.
I enjoy listening to your podcasts, albeit late, given the time zone.
I enjoy watching your vlogs, and seeing your sons grow before our eyes. How Scottie is Slater’s mini me and Sevi is yours.
Yours are always raw and relatable. I see other vlogs and wonder how they’re
mostly about shopping, fashion, and I don’t see how their followers can relate.
Keep up the great work and continue to live your and Slater’s best lives!
I’m glad na napanood ko ‘to, thanks guys❤
I want to suggest this for the research of my students. Finally there's a podcast about this. ❤
A lot of real talk and truth in this convo.
A book that I think everyone should go through is 30 Days Without Social Media by Harper Daniels because it teaches mindfulness which can be great for relieving anxiety and depression. It's so important to detox from the distractions of society.
Where can I get this book?
@@jorhelynmarquez7941 online I'm sure
Welcome back!!
Healthy comparison is good for added motivation. Just balance and dont overdo it, i think 👌🏻
This topic is so real and true. Social media plays a crucial role in how our society has turned out.😢
When I feel low or down, I just pray to stay strong and never lose hope.
It often involves practices such as mindfulness, meditation, self-reflection, and adopting positive coping mechanisms to cope with stress and find a sense of inner fulfillment.💐
I Agree. 💯 need mo rin i-work out ang inner self.
The mindset that you need to be in a hurry or you have to be at the top of your life. Then we realised that we can just mind our own and enjoy our journey.
This is also me, And I don't even a Gen Z person, I stopped scrolling to stories of my friends because it does not make me feel good, I kept on comparing my life to them, What if I am not the family's breadwinner and such?
Seeing vlogs, posts in social media brings the discontentment in ALL OF US.
Ganda. Makakarelate ang madami sa topic. Here are my thoughts about the convo:
1. Social media plays a big part sa emotions ng tao lalo na pag di mo kilala fully ang sarili mo at madali ka maapektuhan ng outside factors. For me nakatulong na magdeactivate ako ng accounts just to free myself from the pressure it gives. Agree on the comparison na di mo maiiwasan once makita mo na everyone is doing well pero ikaw, still standing on the same ground. Kahit ifeed mo yung sarili mo na "best foot forward sa social media. For sure madami din challenges yan like you.", iba pa din minsan yung hit. On a positive note, nung nilamon na ko ng negative emotions, nakatulong din yung socmed for my healing. I was able to connect with my friends na matagal ko di nakausap. Nakakuha ko ng strength from them. Ang tagal ko umiwas sa kahit sino. Pakiramdam ko kasi puro yabangan at panghuhusga lang makukuha ko sa socmed. Pero yun din pala ang magiging way for me to feel better.
2. Walang karapatan ang sino man na i-belittle/invalidate ang emotions ng kahit sino. Regardless kung work from home ka or kung mukang mas maswerte yung situation mo compared to others. Hindi yung sa pagiging ungrateful. Iba iba tayo ng hinaharap na battlefield.
Thank you for this episode SkyFam!!! This appeared on my suggested videos at the PERFECT TIME! Was spiraling down and hating myself but I feel a lot better after watching. Super relate especially sa effect ng social media sa self-image natin. I wish healing for everyone here!
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Depression goes beyond just feeling envious of others on social media. It's a complex mix of biological, psychological, life experiences and social factors that requires understanding and support. Know this firsthand, as I grapple with depression, and my sister does too. Trust me, it's more than just envy and social media.
It’s okay to be sad. We are human being after all. Look for someone you can talk to. Seek help kung di na kaya. Avoid comparing yourself to others particularly yung success. Hindi nila pinapakita yung struggles before they reached that situation. Been there. Done that.
I feel the same, ate kryz ☺️
the jetson's reference though hahaha i feel old because i can relate
Just pray👍🏼 some people forget him, wake up call lang. na nanjan sya handang makinig🤙🏼
Just recently, I was invited by my College Friend to attend her daughter's baptism. The Invite was not really late to be honest, but I just don't wanna go. I declined it, and told her that I have something to attend to that the invites were earlier than hers. It's just an excuse, but when my other friends attend the baptism, I feel bad for not attending hahaha.
Hi Kryz and Slater! I love you both and the whole SkyFam. I don't know how to get my point across, but I will do it anyway before people misinterpret it. (Please bear with me sa grammar ko hehe). I understand that Kryz is a smart fine woman and she has a lot of thoughts to share pero na - notice ko lang na you always cut off Slater while he's in the middle of explaining something. Sometimes, parang interesting yung topic ni Slater, and then suddenly you cut him off because you want to share something. Good thing, Slater is just so kind enough to let you finish before he goes back to what he was saying. Napansin ko lang cuz it also affects the listener na nag follow dun sa sinabe ni Slater tapos bigla ka po may naisip tapos minsan di na nabalik yung topic na yun dun sa sinabe po ni Slater. Please take this as constructive criticism, I'm not saying this para mambash cuz I'm just anobody and I don't have the intention to bash.
Siguro po, it would be better if you let him finish first of what he's saying. I'm not sure how it could be improved. Yun lang po napansin ko. Thank you so much! :)
agree
yah yah, I also did noticed this. hope you can read this, miss kryz
I think she's just trying to interpret and summarize what Slater is trying to say.
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Oks lang yan, mahal ko naman. hahaha Honestly, we have had this talk behind the scenes. Sometimes she cuts me off, sometimes ako naman. But all good. Thank you for sharing.
Yeah, unlike before makakawork sa bahay mga lola or mama kasi naglalaro naman sa labas yung mga kids kasama mga friends nila. Ngayon, halos lahat ng bata nasa loob ng bahay. 😢
Comparing oneself to others is really the main cause.
this helps me rn hahaha very timely
its okay not to be okay.. just dont dwell in that feeling for too long..
1. Social media
2. They automatically equate evading difficulty to preserving mental health. They do not realize they need to be challenged to grow and to know what they need to improve on
3. They try to be someone they are not
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social media talaga nagpapa worst ng anxiety and depression.
Opinion ko lang to ah? Siguro dahil to sa nakikita sa social media ng mga kabataan minsan malungkot ka lang talaga iko-connect nila ito agad to depression kahit hindi naman clinically diagnosed. Makita lang nila signs/symptoms okay na ayon na agad icclaim na nila na ganon sila. Mostly niroromanticized din nila yung mga nakikita nila akala nila cool yung ganon. Super woke na rin kasi ng mga tao, sobrang fragile, sensitive. Napakalimitado na rin ng connection ng mga kabataan ngayon irl mostly umiikot sa social media na. Mahilig iabsorb at iapply sa totoong buhay yung mga nakikita sa social media kahit negative na minsan hala sige iabsorb lang.
Watching from italy
Sometimes i feel the FOMO then suddenly nagkaka anxiety na ko 😢
Grabeh 16:03 - 18:05 im in the exact same position 😢
Not every mental health is the same. However, research shows that there was a significant decline in mental health after the pandemic. On top of that, societal pressure, digital age where unhealthy comparisons foster. And most importantly, admittedly, we don't have the strongest mental health programs/support right now (although there's progress).
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The discussion is totally relatable and the domino effect of what this couple is talking about is resonating to the viewers. Little do you know skyfam that at some point u are also the source of envy of ur followers causing them anxiety or depression. The cycle just never stops coz we all deserve what we tolerate regardless of what generation or social status we came from.
Depression is a medical condition that renders individuals susceptible to pain, hopelessness, and brokenness. While social media plays a role, it is not solely responsible. Even in times without social media, depression existed but went unaddressed due to a lack of awareness, unlike today.
In medical school, we were taught that risk factors encompass biological (low serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine), psychological, and social factors. It is even 40-65% hereditary.
Most established theories do not include social media, perhaps because they are not updated.
My point is, let’s always try to engage in a fair discussion about depression with lots of sensitivity on the topic, especially for those suffering from depression and those who have died by suicide. Despite their efforts, some cannot overcome it, even if they totally abstain from social media or try their best to help themselves because, as I’ve said, it is a medical concern.
Same sa boyfriend ko, depressed sya kahit walang major problem and he feels guilty bc of what he feels :(
Ung naglilinis ka taz eto pinapakinggan mo nakakagaan chill chill lng
halaaa relatable😭
I'm so kryz😂😂😂❤❤❤❤
Love you guys since Day 1! I like how you coincide two different perspectives when it comes to mental health. I have so much learnings especially on acknowledging that sometimes we are not feeling ourselves, and its normal and valid. Hang in there guys! Kaya natin to! 🤍
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Totoo nman na iba tlga ang impact ng social media
Men are generally strong and objective on dealing anxiety, women on the other hand is strongly emotional which sometimes spiral down to a deeper level of anxiety
I wonder why the global suicide rate has always been higher for men with firearms as their weapon of choice (which is violent and more likely to traumatize people around you) if they are generally "strong" and "objective"
Men is not generally strong and objective dealing with anxiety. Di lang nila ma explain ng maayos, at di sila vocal, and the society expect the men as strong and the provider kaya mahirap sa lalaki mag open up about depression and anxiety.
You said it yourself, Why do you think society expect men to be strong and the provider? Because men have been doing it since the dawn of civilization. How do we do that? By being strong and objective, doing the tough calls, problem solver, crunching our own anxieties, doing tough jobs.
@@justinlozano4783 I think the term "generally strong and objective dealing with anxiety" is an incorrect statement. Men don't have a choice and need to deal it with themselves in general. Coping mechanism of most men dealing with mental issues is alcohol esp. here in PH which is makikita natin sa mga seniors natin because instead of openly talking it, they hide it through alcohol. Other men right now in this gen? they do drugs, ons on dating apps, "throttle therapy" etc. That's why men has higher suidal rate and also mas mataas ang crime rate that men is involved because generally Men need to commit on the pressure ng society sa kanila thay they need to provide and be strong and if they can't resolve it, his friends or his circle see him as weak, mahina, walang kwentang lalaki. Now, the reason why it is important not to take mental issues lightly, kahit ano pa generation mo, your gender, your sexual preferences is because we can all suffer in mental health issues esp. in this day and age of social media so it's better not to generalize that mental issues are only applicable to Women because they are emotional and men is "strong and objective"
@@bepube77 these types of men literally think that being "strong" and managing their emotions = suppression/intellectualization etc.. the EQ is nowhere to be found like, hun that's not strong that's an unhealthy defense mechanism which will destroy you in the long run 😭
It's because of the internet and social media.
we are depressed due to social media we are more addicted to social medias.
Slater, you can explore more about "When the body says No" by Dr. Gabor Mate
Why si slater lang?
mas napaguusapan pa to, kasi dami nang kaso ng suicide dahil na depression
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Let us not blame social media or the technology nowadays. You have a choice to stare at your phone / devices for a couple of hours. It’s always a matter of choice. Successful people know how to prioritize their time 😅 Let’s not blame Mark Z and other apps or tech CEO. Learn to control your emotions. Learn to prioritize your time. Simple as that 😅
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Iba ang inggit sa depressed! Nagiging depress ang tao kasi naiinggit sila and stop blaming social media and technology.. You have the freedom if magpapalamon ka sa inggit at ilulong mo ang oras mo sa social media 😅