The Social Phenomenon of "Spiritual Emptiness Syndrome" in China: An Educational-Philosophical Perspective

Abstract

This paper begins with lectures delivered by two Peking University faculty members at different educational conferences. It first explores the connotations of two representative social phenomena that have attracted widespread public attention: “absolute, refined egoists” and “Spiritual Emptiness Syndrome”(SES). Taking their characteristics as clues, it logically deduces the common causes behind both phenomena. Secondly, it analyzes the causes from a philosophical perspective and explores solutions from an educational perspective. Finally, from the perspective of universities, it examines the special relationship between “spiritual emptiness syndrome” and higher education institutions, and attempts to offer possible recommendations for universities.