Why Gen Z is obsessed with Religion - without knowing it

In this video essay we challenge the assumption that Gen Z is the least religious generation in history. HBO's Euphoria shows, that beneath the surface of irony, aesthetics, and digital disassociation lies a profound spiritual craving. From TikTok witches to stan culture, and from therapy-speak to manifestation rituals, today's youth haven't abandoned religion—they've reinvented it.

In this video essay, we explore how Gen Z's engagement with astrology, fandoms, and identity reflects a deep longing for ritual, hierarchy, and transcendence. We delve into how HBO's Euphoria serves as a secular sermon, providing a mirror to this generation's spiritual journey.

Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction: The Least Religion Generation in History
0:52 – Spiritual Paradox of Gen Z
2:53 – Why Religion Sticks
7:46 – Euphoria as Modern Scripture
12:10 – Confession and Absolution
12:55 – Saints and Sinners
13:44 – Devotion and Submission
12:46 – Old Church vs. New Church
15:45 – Therapy Speak: The New Gospel
20:30 - Stan Cult
22:49 - Surrender
24:37 - TikTok Spirituality
28:10 - Algorithmic Afterlife
30:41 - What about Millenials and Gen X
31:22 - Outro

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