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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I may be a pan-cultural youth vampire, but I think I'll leave gen Z to their slang | Barbara Ellen

Generational slang reflects both youthful identity and the risk of appropriation by older generations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago
Parenting

Ugly, old-fashioned, weird': the baby names that set grandparents' teeth on edge

Generational differences in baby naming cause tension, with many grandparents disapproving of contemporary names chosen by parents.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago
Education

School bans Gen Alpha slang parents can't understand: 'I must be really old'

A primary school in Australia has banned slang words popular among Generation Alpha, causing confusion and feelings of generational disconnect among parents.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I may be a pan-cultural youth vampire, but I think I'll leave gen Z to their slang | Barbara Ellen

Generational slang reflects both youthful identity and the risk of appropriation by older generations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago
Parenting

Ugly, old-fashioned, weird': the baby names that set grandparents' teeth on edge

Generational differences in baby naming cause tension, with many grandparents disapproving of contemporary names chosen by parents.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago
Education

School bans Gen Alpha slang parents can't understand: 'I must be really old'

A primary school in Australia has banned slang words popular among Generation Alpha, causing confusion and feelings of generational disconnect among parents.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
London startup

What do young people really think about us oldies? I asked a few | Adrian Chiles

Generations often feel baffled by each other's behaviors, amplifying confusion about societal changes, especially among the youth and the elderly.
#language-evolution
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Skibidi, sigma and slay: the most popular kids' slang and what it means

Current youth slang is perplexing and ever-changing, with adults often out of touch.
Top slang terms include 'slay', 'sigma', and 'skibidi' with unique meanings.
'Sigma' refers to unique personalities, while 'skibidi' reflects absurd humor.
Kids often find adult usage of their slang terms embarrassing.
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
Psychology

Searching for Thongs at Walmart

Language evolves over time, leading to sometimes humorous misunderstandings of new meanings.
Words can change meaning drastically across generations, affecting communication.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Skibidi, sigma and slay: the most popular kids' slang and what it means

Current youth slang is perplexing and ever-changing, with adults often out of touch.
Top slang terms include 'slay', 'sigma', and 'skibidi' with unique meanings.
'Sigma' refers to unique personalities, while 'skibidi' reflects absurd humor.
Kids often find adult usage of their slang terms embarrassing.
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
Psychology

Searching for Thongs at Walmart

Language evolves over time, leading to sometimes humorous misunderstandings of new meanings.
Words can change meaning drastically across generations, affecting communication.
more#language-evolution
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Remote teams

I left my stable job in tech to become a freelancer. My mother and older family members don't understand my remote lifestyle.

Leaving a stable job for freelance work provided the flexibility and freedom I sought, but also challenged familial expectations and societal norms.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Teens Are Forming Intense Relationships With AI Entities, and Parents Have No Idea

The generational divide in understanding AI usage reveals parents' misconceptions about teenagers' reliance on technology for emotional and romantic support.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Pets

The problem with men of a certain age | Brief letters

Gregg Wallace's comments uncovers a generational gap in understanding criticism and social awareness.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Writing

18 Older Women Are Sharing The Gen Z And Gen Alpha "Trends" That Baffle Them

Older generations express confusion about the communication styles and habits of younger women.
Younger generations exhibit a sense of pessimism regarding the American Dream.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

Trust in Media Plummets to Record Low Across the Board, Especially Among Young People: Gallup

American trust in traditional media is at its lowest, revealing significant declines across various demographics, especially among younger audiences.
fromwww.thelocal.es
7 months ago
Europe news

Inside Spain: Stage fright at your butcher's and why Spanish workers aren't lazy

Younger generations in Spain struggle with ordering meat and fish in traditional shops, leading to a decline in these businesses.
Writing
fromRoger Ebert
7 months ago

Short Films in Focus: Young People, Old People and Nothing In Between | Features | Roger Ebert

The film illustrates the unique bond between a young child and an elderly person dealing with dementia, emphasizing love over correction.
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago
Parenting

Tell Us Which "Common Knowledge" Practices Your Parents Can't Get The Hang Of

Parents may lack knowledge on Gen Z culture and technology, creating humorous generational gaps.
fromEntrepreneur
10 months ago
Remote teams

You'll Always Have Demotivated Employees if You Don't Follow These Leadership Tactics | Entrepreneur

Employee motivation and engagement have dropped to 30% - lowest in 11 years, influenced by generational differences.
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