Hope & Identity for the Next Generation: Helping Young Adults Find Purpose

Hope & Identity for the Next Generation

How do you discover your purpose when the world keeps telling you who you should be?

Today’s young adults face constant pressure to have life figured out. They’re navigating social media comparisons, academic expectations, endless opportunities, and the fear of making the “wrong” decision. It’s no wonder so many feel stuck.

In this episode, Mac Zambrano sits down with youth pastor Deric Skinner to explore how purpose isn’t found in achieving more, but in understanding who you are and whose you are. Together, they discuss how identity, faith, and meaningful relationships provide a foundation that remains steady, even when circumstances change. 

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why so many young adults feel stuck when thinking about their future
• The unique pressures technology and social media place on this generation
• How comparison, busyness, and achievement can distort identity
• The difference between finding purpose through performance versus relationship
• Why identity must be rooted in something that doesn’t change
• Practical ways to discover purpose through faith, mentorship, and community
• How mentors, parents, pastors, and leaders can encourage the next generation
• Why seasons of uncertainty can become seasons of preparation rather than wasted time
• Biblical encouragement for anyone wondering what God has planned for their life 

Whether you’re a young adult searching for direction, a parent walking alongside your teenager, or a mentor investing in the next generation, this conversation offers hope and practical encouragement.

If you or someone you love is struggling with identity, purpose, anxiety, or life transitions, the counselors at Care to Change are here to help.

📍 Learn more or schedule an appointment at caretochange.org.