What happens when we don't have meaning in our lives? Today, we sit down with Ali Kapadia, founder of Net Project, to delve into the meaning crisis affecting modern society by exploring how technology intersects with human flourishing. They discuss the importance of relationships, the relevance of Maslow's hierarchy in the digital age, and the need for individuals to find fulfillment in their lives.
Ali shares insights from his research and the mission of the Net Project, which aims to create a world where the meaning crisis is addressed through community and agency.
You can find The Net Project here: https://www.netproject.org/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Meaning Crisis
06:44 Ali's Journey and the Birth of Net Project
06:57 Understanding the Meaning Crisis
10:40 Maslow's Hierarchy and Modern Digital Life
16:55 The Importance of Meaningful Relationships
21:40 Creating Fulfillment in Everyday Moments
22:03 Key Insights from Research on Fulfillment
27:43 Envisioning a World Without the Meaning Crisis