Why People Started to Worry About Their Future: The New Age of Financial Anxiety

In recent years, a growing sense of unease has taken hold of individuals around the world. Economic headlines once dominated by growth and optimism are now filled with uncertainty — inflation, job insecurity, soaring living costs, and the erosion of traditional financial safety nets. As a result, people across generations are increasingly worried about their future — not just in terms of wealth, but stability, opportunity, and purpose.