Lost Boys: A Generation Z Journey

In today’s digital landscape, nearly 50% of young men between 18 and 27 have never taken the step to approach a woman—an alarming trend rooted in modern social dynamics and the erosion of traditional rites of passage. Gen Z men face a triple challenge: they often lack a clear mission in their 20s, are overwhelmed by social media’s amplification of hypergamy, and are missing the structured trials that once marked the journey from boyhood to manhood. Whereas women navigate biological and cultural transitions—from maiden to matriarch—men today must create their own tests through personal challenges, skill-building, and self-discipline. By forging a clear purpose and embracing hardship as a catalyst for growth, young men can transition from a state of perpetual adolescence into mature, confident manhood.