How do you feel about the world right now? How about your life? If you’re a conservative, polls shown you are happier with your lot in life than liberals.
Polls also show conservatives in general think the country is heading in a great direction. The world might be a mess, but as long as the United States is thriving, the rest of the world still has a chance. Maybe you agree with that feeling, and maybe you don’t.
Polls also show that younger people, millennials in particular, don’t share in your optimism and happiness—they are truly miserable right now. Whether they blame everything on the Orange Man, or they just seem lost in the world, there’s clearly no shortage of misery among young people right now. What’s the source? Is it purely political?
There are some reasonable answers out there. What’s important to note is that this isn’t a uniquely American problem. It’s happening all over the world, and PragerU has some insights to offer on the topic.
This video will break down the current state of unhappiness among the younger generation. More importantly, it offers real solutions to the problem.
If you’re feeling miserable, maybe it can help. If you’re feeling optimistic but you’ve come across miserable people, maybe it can help them. Regardless, PragerU is usually good for a few valuable lessons in an easy format. Take a look.
