APPLICATION OF LOGOTHERAPY IN REDUCING HEDONISTIC BEHAVIOR DUE TO FoMO

Abstract

Technological advancements have made instant gratification easier to achieve, accelerating the hedonistic tendencies of the younger generation driven by FoMO. Social media increases the urge to participate in activities deemed popular at the expense of more substantive values. This phenomenon influences impulsive behavior patterns and a lack of foresight, which has a long-term impact on psychological health. This study aims to analyze the causative factors of hedonistic behavior, its impact due to FoMO and appropriate interventions to overcome its negative impact. The method used in this research is a literature study using a critical analysis approach to various books, scientific articles, and relevant research in the last 10 years. The results of this study show that the logotherapy approach provides a solution to overcome hedonistic behavior due to FoMO by helping adolescents find a deeper meaning of life and reflecting on the value and meaning of life allows individuals to shift their focus from immediate achievement and social trends to living a more valuable life. Through Logotherapy, adolescents who fall into a hedonistic lifestyle due to FoMO are guided to find meaning, purpose, and value in their lives without being affected by the opinions and expectations of others. The implications of applying logotherapy can help counselees control hedonistic behavior, focus on a meaningful life, and direct them to live life according to personal values and will, without being affected by social pressure or FoMO.