Someone told this generation that the world is the problem and the solution is within, yet scripture shows we are our main problem and the solution required a Saviour from without. 

How you diagnose the human condition is central to which solutions you offer, and how you define happiness. Whereas lots of slogans and media messaging today constantly point believers to self sovereignty. 

God liberates us from the tyranny of self and invites us to instead deny it and follow the one who knew no sin, yet lived a perfect life.