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What are the causes? I had been under the impression that they are not fully understood

• ikeyany 8y ago
  Often times it's when expectations don't align with reality. Disillusionment stems from having been sold an idea that turns out to either be unachievable or a lie. One such example is a middle-aged man who believes being a man means having a family you can provide for and protect, loses his job, and his wife leaves him. Another example is someone who grew up believing that lasting happiness comes from being wealthy and popular, and after throwing all else aside for 30 years realizes that it isn't the case.
  • selestify 8y ago
    So the only way for society to function is to keep the majority chasing after illusions? Seems pretty dystopian. Is there no way to have realistic expectations from life?
    • ikeyany 8y ago
      It's not the only way for society to function, but it's very effective at convincing people to be 'productive', so to speak. Realistic expectations are beneficial to the individual, but there are all kinds of forces that do not have the individual's well-being in mind.