Gen X and many millennials had incredibly unique, somewhat isolating childhoods that caused them to grow up fast. Unlike younger people today who grew up with overbearing parents and a constant stream of new technology, people born in the 70s and 80s had to look out for themselves. Because of this, they developed street smart traits that can’t be taught in the classroom (not that anyone really tried). All that time spent alone may sound sad to Gen Z or Gen Alpha, but it actually gave them multiple life tools that have only helped them thrive. People born in the 70s and 80s have 10 street smart traits that can’t be taught in a classroom 1. They assess risk quickly MAYA LAB | Shutterstock.com Whether it’s building up the self-trust needed to listen to their gut instincts or having the social awareness to assess risk in public, Gen X and millennials learned these street-smart skills early. Especially because they often spent a lot more time than other generations alone as kids, they had to get …