“Why Gen Z Can’t Wrap Their Heads Around These 15 Strange Struggles of the Boomer Generation!”
8. No Social Media for Sharing Every Moment
Boomers experienced life without the constant curation and sharing that defines social media. They didn’t document every meal, outfit, or outing for online validation. Their memories were captured in photo albums, not Instagram feeds.
Gen Z, immersed in a world of likes, shares, and followers, can’t imagine a life without the ability to broadcast their every move. The concept of privacy and the joy of experiencing moments without the pressure to share them online are foreign to them.
9. Smoking Was Everywhere
In the Boomer era, smoking was commonplace. It was allowed in restaurants, airplanes, and even hospitals. The dangers of secondhand smoke were not widely understood or acknowledged.
Gen Z has grown up in a world where smoking is increasingly stigmatized and restricted. The sight of ashtrays on restaurant tables and smoky bars are relics of the past, replaced by a greater awareness of the health risks associated with tobacco.
10. No Cell Phones for Constant Contact
Remember payphones? Waiting in line to use them? Boomers couldn’t text their friends, check social media, or access information online. Communication was limited to landlines and scheduled meetups.
Gen Z is always connected, thanks to smartphones. They can communicate with anyone, anywhere, at any time. The idea of being unreachable, even for a few hours, is unthinkable to them.
