holdenism

Holdenism refers to a worldview associated with Holden Caulfield, the protagonist of J.D. Salinger's novel "The Catcher in the Rye." It embodies a sense of disillusionment with adult society, a desire to preserve innocence, and a tendency to view the world through a lens of skepticism and emotional vulnerability. Holden's attitude reflects a struggle with growing up, feeling alienated, and longing for genuine connection while dismissing superficiality. In broader terms, Holdenism captures themes of idealism, resistance to conformity, and the emotional complexities faced during adolescence and early adulthood.