Is The Myth of Sisyphus Still Relevant? What Gen Z Can Learn from Camus

In a world of climate anxiety, social media overload, and constant change, young people are asking the same questions Camus did: What’s the point? Is life worth living? The Myth of Sisyphus offers surprising answers. Instead of chasing perfection or waiting for certainty, Camus urges us to embrace the absurd—to live, create, and connect right now.

Absurdism and Mental Health

Camus’s philosophy can be a powerful tool for dealing with anxiety and depression. By accepting that life doesn’t always make sense, we can stop blaming ourselves for not having all the answers. Instead, we can focus on what we can control: our actions, our art, and our relationships.

Creativity in Chaos

Gen Z is already using creativity to navigate the absurd—through memes, activism, and new forms of community. Camus’s call to create is more relevant than ever.

Hope Without Illusions

Camus doesn’t ask us to give up hope—just to be honest about what hope means. For Gen Z, this means building a future together, not waiting for someone else to fix things.

The Myth of Sisyphus isn’t just a book for philosophers. It’s a guide for anyone who wants to live bravely, love deeply, and find joy in the midst of uncertainty.

References: Camus, The Myth of Sisyphus; youth culture analysis; 1 2