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Old-Fashioned Rules Boomers Were Raised To Follow That Younger Generations Often Reject

Old-Fashioned Rules Boomers Were Raised To Follow That Younger Generations Often Reject

Published by Jenni Sidey

As society has progressed, rules have changed, but some people yearn for the past, wishing to bring back old-fashioned etiquette rules we shouldn’t have abandoned. Due to these old-fashioned rules becoming outdated to a lot younger folks, we’ve slowly started to see the impact — for better or worse, you be the judge — of not being raised with the same basic manners Baby Boomers grew up with. From embarrassing public screaming matches to cutting lines to spending all their parent’s money, many older folks have lost hope that those good manners are gone for good for today’s youth. (Meanwhile, younger people say that it’s actually the older folks who are the problem; you decide.) Fortunately, not all is lost, and these are rules we can slowly begin bringing back into our daily lives by picking and choosing which ones make sense for us in today’s ever-evolving world.  Here are old-fashioned rules Boomers grew up respecting that sadly mean almost nothing to young people today: 1. Addressing people by their titles Back in the day, …

More Boomers Choosing To Spend Their Money Instead Of Leaving An Inheritance

More Boomers Choosing To Spend Their Money Instead Of Leaving An Inheritance

Published by Jenni Sidey

If there’s one thing Boomers have developed a reputation for in recent years, it’s selfishness. (Well, that and an obstinate refusal to listen to reason when it comes to the economic woes their Gen-X, Millennial, and Gen-Z children have faced.) A recent study shows exactly how this is likely to play out as Boomers continue aging and reach their golden years, not only for them, but for the children they leave behind. In short, they are taking the unprecedented prosperity they’ve enjoyed with them and never looking back. A study finds nearly half of Boomers would rather spend all their money than leave it to their kids Despite the hardship complex so many of them seem to have, American Boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, have known a level of prosperity that has never been seen before or since they came into the world. An Allianz study found they are, in fact, the wealthiest generation to have ever lived. Like, literally. In history. Which bodes well for their children, right? The so-called “Great Wealth …

Boomers & Gen Z Have Completely Different Ideas Of What The Phrase Hard Work Means

Boomers & Gen Z Have Completely Different Ideas Of What The Phrase Hard Work Means

Published by Jenni Sidey

The ways boomers and Gen Z view work are vastly different. While both generations can be resilient and ambitious, they often view hard work through different lenses.  Gen Z are digital natives with an entirely different view of how work and life coexist. Whereas boomers have a bootstrap mentality that defines success by loyalty and structure. That disconnect is often why these generations end up on opposite sides of the spectrum when it comes to work ethic.  Boomers & Gen Z have completely different ideas of what the phrase ‘hard work’ means. “I think one of the reasons that older generations think that young people don’t work hard is because hard work looks very different than it used to,” pointed out a content creator and comedian named Mike Mancusi. “Hard work used to be like physical related. You had to like run around, you had to go to different locations.” Mancusi explained that hard work for boomers involved balancing their professional and personal lives, including running multiple errands on their way to work. But now …

10 Valid Reasons Younger Generations Hate AI Way More Than Boomers & Gen X

10 Valid Reasons Younger Generations Hate AI Way More Than Boomers & Gen X

Published by Jenni Sidey

New technology is exciting and fun… for some people. According to a recent survey, most Gen Zers’ initial feelings of hope and excitement about AI tools are quickly being replaced by anxiety and anger as they’ve tried them and observed how they are used in the real world. These young people are regularly mocked and dismissed by boomers and Gen X, but it’s hard to deny that there are many valid reasons younger generations hate AI way more than older people do. We all might want to give their thoughts some careful consideration. Here are 10 valid reasons younger generations hate AI way more than boomers and Gen X 1. They’re already worried about the impact on climate change Perfect Wave | Shutterstock.com According to a 2021 study, more than 60% of Gen Zers describe themselves as very worried about climate change, with half stating that it causes them increased anxiety. Not only are they worried, but this anxiety also tends to influence their climate change advocacy, meaning young people are more likely to engage in protests in …

6 Old-Fashioned Relationship Rules Boomers Treated Like Gospel That Don’t Hold Up At All | Todd Reed

6 Old-Fashioned Relationship Rules Boomers Treated Like Gospel That Don’t Hold Up At All | Todd Reed

Published by Jenni Sidey

We’ve all heard these nuggets over and over, these so-called “pearls of wisdom” that parents, well-meaning friends, and stacks of advice books drill into our heads about how to keep our relationships strong and happy.  Well, don’t be so quick to believe that popular advice, especially if it’s coming from Baby Boomers. Many old-school relationship rules Boomers once treated as gold just don’t cut it nowadays, and following some of that advice may even sabotage your relationship.  Here are 6 old-fashioned relationship rules Boomers treated like gospel that don’t hold up at all: 1. ‘Never go to bed angry’ This is probably the oldest one in the book, dating back to the Old Testament, which advises, “not letting the sun go down on your anger.” But following this rule could mean a lot of late nights spent rehashing the same argument and getting nowhere. Plus, nothing escalates an argument more than sleep deprivation and mental exhaustion, which studies show not only turns your brain to mush but also robs you of self-control and the ability to make …

11 Things Gen X & Boomers Brag About That Are Actually Kind Of Sad

11 Things Gen X & Boomers Brag About That Are Actually Kind Of Sad

Published by Jenni Sidey

It’s really no surprise that older generations are some of the most stressed people alive. While they’ve cultivated a strong sense of resilience, work ethic, and social skills over their lives, there are many things they’ve struggled with in silence. In fact, many of the things Gen X and Baby Boomers brag about are not actually that great. From childhood trauma to feeding into hustle culture, many of the accomplishments of older generations would be a nightmare for their young counterparts. Here are the things people from the Gen X and boomer generations brag about that are actually kind of sad: 1. Being alone all the time as kids Kyrylo Ryzhov | Shutterstock.com A lot of the “I did that and never complained” or “back in my day” sentiments from boomers and Gen X actually do stem from traumatic childhood experiences that were unfortunately normalized. From spending most of their time alone and being some of the least parented generations, of course, the kinds of experiences that young people with gentle parents have today feel like …

6 Old-School Marriage Habits Boomers Took Seriously That Gen-Z Will Regret Ignoring

6 Old-School Marriage Habits Boomers Took Seriously That Gen-Z Will Regret Ignoring

Published by Jenni Sidey

It is said that with age comes wisdom, and the Boomer marriage has aged fairly well, so there must be some wisdom in their experience. Whether you are a Boomer who has lived through it or another generation who has been Boomer-observational, we have all seen how a Boomer marriage can be different in ways only time can show.  Sadly, these old-school marriage habits seem to have been lost with younger generations like Millennials and Gen-Z. Couples counselor Michelle E. Vasquez points out that younger couples often “complain about their marriage if everything is not perfect and to their liking. They think of their marriage as fast food, not fine dining. It becomes a disposable commodity instead of something to treasure and enjoy.” Here are 6 old-school marriage habits Boomers took seriously that Gen-Z will regret ignoring: 1. Knowing when to drop an argument Senior editor Aria Gmitter spent her life watching a healthy Boomer marriage. “My mother-in-law and her husband, both Navy veterans, had a beautiful, lifelong marriage. They knew how to argue, and …

Boomers Believe 11 ‘Benefits’ Of Today’s Soft Parenting Are Actually Major Problems

Boomers Believe 11 ‘Benefits’ Of Today’s Soft Parenting Are Actually Major Problems

Published by Jenni Sidey

There’s a big misunderstanding right now between baby boomers and their children’s generation about what it means to be a soft parent or practice gentle parenting. As a result, many boomers believe that Gen X and millennial parents are overly permissive, leading to problems for their kids over time.  Despite what boomers may believe, soft parenting isn’t the same as permissive parenting, which has been shown to be damaging to kids’ well-being. The UC Davis Children’s Hospital describes these “softer” forms of parenting as positive parenting, noting that positive parenting sends “the powerful message: You are loved, you are good, you matter.” Still, boomers and younger generations disagree about how children should be raised in a few key areas. Boomers believe 11 ‘benefits’ of today’s soft parenting are actually major problems 1. Soft parenting teaches kids to recognize their emotions Elina Efimova | Shutterstock Teaching kids to recognize their emotions is a benefit of soft parenting that Boomers think is a major problem. Boomer parents were known for telling their kids to “suck it up” …

Boomers Are Lonelier Than Ever For 10 Reasons That Have Nothing To Do With Their Kids Being Too Busy For Them

Boomers Are Lonelier Than Ever For 10 Reasons That Have Nothing To Do With Their Kids Being Too Busy For Them

Published by Jenni Sidey

Loneliness is a somewhat inevitability of aging for many people, especially for boomer parents coping with their adult kids growing up and leaving the house. However, boomers are lonelier than ever for reasons that have nothing to do with their kids being too busy for them or starting their own lives. In some cases, other reasons affect their ability to find community, connect with new people, and get out of their comfort zone. Unfortunately, they’re often in a cycle, promoting more isolation and loneliness as they try to cope. Boomers are lonelier than ever for 10 reasons that have nothing to do with their kids being too busy for them 1. They were taught to not need anyone Chay_Tee | Shutterstock Many baby boomers were conditioned into believing that strength came from hyper-independence and self-reliance. They don’t want to “need” anyone to feel secure, because in their collective minds, it’s a weakness. For men, it’s often a conversation of vulnerability, and for women, one of obligation and responsibility. They have to hold it all together …

Boomers Still Adore These 7 Classic Black-And-White Films That Capture The Lost Art Of Slow-Burn Love

Boomers Still Adore These 7 Classic Black-And-White Films That Capture The Lost Art Of Slow-Burn Love

Published by Jenni Sidey

Finding the perfect romantic movie for your date night isn’t always an easy task to accomplish. There are just so many options out there, and so many of them are terrible. This doesn’t make a ton of sense because, in theory, romantic movies should be fairly simple affairs: two people meet, they’re attracted to each other, they fall in love, stuff happens, the end. And yet, Netflix and every other streaming service available have thousands of truly forgettable, emotionless “romances” for your viewing pleasure. So what do you do if you’re trying to plan a romantic night in? The solution to your problem might be looking toward the past. Modern audiences often overlook black-and-white movies, but, in the early days of cinema, you will find some of the best, smartest, most emotional romantic movies ever made. These movies laid the solid foundation that the romantic film genre was built upon. And, all these years later, they’re still just as romantic, and that’s why Baby Boomers (and other generations, too!) still love them. So find a good date night …