A number of years ago, I started questioning life; not just my personal life, but also the world around me: society, government, media, and culture. We all have key moments that shape us. For me, there have been several. But three in particular stand out. These weren’t grand, earth-shattering events, but they lingered. They got me thinking, feeling, and searching. And in hindsight, they were the first cracks in my old worldview.

We are fortunate to live in the Western world with relative freedom and opportunity. Technology has brought about medical breakthroughs, instant communication, and information access like never before. On the surface, things should be better than ever. But despite these advancements, we’re facing a growing crisis...