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Four Days as a Gen-Z Among the Monks | Sunday Audio Story
NRC editor Hugo Schiffers spent four days in a Trappist monastery near Tilburg to explore whether monastic life could appeal to Generation Z. The article, published on 2026-09-13, details Schiffers' experiences living alongside the monks, observing their routines, and reflecting on the potential attractiveness of this lifestyle for young people today. The story examines the contrasts and possible connections between modern Gen-Z values and the traditions of monastic existence, offering insights into both worlds.
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