Entrepreneur Gauravv Saxena believes young people today are growing up with more opportunities and access to information than ever before, but are also facing unprecedented pressure to succeed. From constant comparison on social media to uncertainty around careers and the economy, he feels the younger generation needs to rethink what success really means.
Looking back at his own journey, he believes one of the biggest lessons he would share with his younger self is to stop being in a hurry to reach a particular destination. “If I could sit down with my younger self, the most important piece of advice I’d give is simple: Don’t rush the journey to ‘arrive.’”
He feels young people often put unnecessary pressure on themselves to have their entire professional and personal lives figured out at an early age. “When you’re young, there is an immense, self-imposed pressure to map out the entire corporate or life ladder, check every box by a certain age, and meet external definitions of success.”
Instead of focusing entirely on reaching predefined milestones, he encourages young people to remain curious about the unexpected turns their lives may take. “I would tell him to spend less time worrying about the destination and more time being deeply curious about the detours. Trust the process, embrace the unexpected pivots, and realize that your setbacks aren’t roadblocks, they are just redirection toward what truly matters.”
For him, resilience and relationships are equally important parts of building a fulfilling life. “Build resilience early, value genuine relationships over professional titles, and remember that peace of mind is the ultimate currency.”
Talking about the biggest challenge facing today’s youth, he points to the combination of hyper-connectivity and uncertainty. While technology has opened up access to information, opportunities and global networks, it has also created a new set of pressures. “The defining challenge for today’s generation is the burden of hyper-connectivity coupled with profound systemic uncertainty.”
Young people are navigating hyper-competition, economic volatility and changing job markets while also dealing with concerns such as climate anxiety and the psychological pressure of constantly comparing themselves with others. “They are growing up in a world that constantly broadcasts a curated, idealized version of ‘success,’ leading to chronic comparison, burnout, and a deep sense of isolation disguised as digital connection.”
When it comes to social media, he does not believe the answer is simply telling young people to log off. Instead, he feels the issue requires both personal discipline and greater accountability from technology companies. “We live in an attention economy where outrage, speed, and virality are rewarded over substance. Fixing the social media crisis won’t happen by pretending we can simply log off; it requires a systemic and personal shift in how we engage.”
One of the changes he advocates is what he describes as conscious digital hygiene. Just as people pay attention to their physical health, they should also become more selective about what they consume online. “Just as we monitor what we put into our bodies physically, we need strict boundaries around what we consume mentally. Curating your feed to eliminate noise and actively choosing depth over endless scrolling is a form of self-preservation.”
He also believes technology companies need to take greater responsibility for the environments their platforms create. “Tech ecosystems must face stricter guardrails regarding algorithmic transparency. Algorithms are explicitly designed to hijack dopamine pathways by pushing polarizing or sensationalized content; shifting the incentive structures away from sheer engagement metrics is critical.”
However, regulation and personal discipline alone will not solve the problem. Young people also need meaningful experiences away from their screens. “The antidote to a virtual addiction is always tangible reality.”
According to him, communities need to create more opportunities for young people to spend time outdoors, build friendships, find mentors and have conversations without the constant distraction of digital platforms. “We need to actively rebuild physical spaces for community, outdoor exploration, mentorship, and uninterrupted face-to-face dialogue where young people can experience validation outside of a screen or a ‘like’ count.”
Ultimately, his message is about creating a healthier definition of ambition. Professional achievements and digital visibility may be part of success, but they should not come at the cost of resilience, meaningful relationships and personal peace.
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