Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World: https://amzn.to/45bz9ZF What replaces church when people leave religion? In this video, we break down seven “new religions” in America—from wellness culture and conspiracy communities to Silicon Valley transhumanism, witchcraft, social justice, fandoms, and sexual spirituality. Using a clear definition of religion as “how we orient ourselves in the cosmos,” you’ll see how each movement offers story, ritual, identity, and community—without pews. You’ll get an evidence-aware tour of where Gen Z is finding meaning; the psychological hooks behind detox culture, influencers, and algorithmic pipelines; why tech can look messianic; how witchtok blends empowerment and pseudoscience; when social justice becomes purity culture; why fandoms feel like pilgrimage; and the promises and pitfalls of polyamory and kink as spiritual practice. Perfect for seekers, skeptics, and scholars alike. Resources: No Nonsense Spirituality: All the Tools No Belief Required: https://bit.ly/NNSBook What Is The Void: https://bit.ly/TheVoidyt Religious Deconstruction: https://bit.ly/RELDecon All My Available Courses: https://bit.ly/NNSCourses #StrangeRites #GenZ #MeaningCrisis #NewReligions About Me: Britt Hartley is a certified atheist spiritual director with a Master’s in Theology focusing on the future of American religion. She wrote the bestselling book *No Nonsense Spirituality: All the Tools, No Faith Required*. If you’re struggling with existential crises, nihilism, or feeling lost in meaninglessness. On this channel you'll find weekly videos where Britt provides practical, science-based tools to help you navigate the void. Instead of relying on old gods or New Age trends, she offers clear, actionable advice for finding your way through the deep, challenging questions of life.