We’ve all been there – listening to older generations offering advice and making comments that raise our eyebrows. While they often mean well, times have changed, and some remarks don’t hold up.
Here are 15 out-of-touch comments from older people and the responses that might be running through our heads.
1. Why Rent? Get a Starter Home
Starter homes don’t really exist anymore. All homes are expensive. And that 20% down is much more than it was in your day!
2. If You’re Always Working, You’ll Never Find a Husband
This was ideal for women, but now they run their own businesses and enjoy careers. Finding a husband isn’t the dream for women anymore.
3. Just Take Your Resume in and Apply for That Job
No one “walks in” anywhere to apply for a job. It’s all done online, and you really have to understand the applicant tracking systems companies use to get to the next level.
4. We Didn’t Have to Worry About Identity Politics
YOU didn’t have to, but someone somewhere always had to deal with it.
5. I’m Headed to the Post Office to Mail My Utility Check
First, why go anywhere to pay a bill, and second, do you still use checks?
6. Gain Weight for Childbearing Hips
Let’s begin with – that won’t give anyone bigger hips and continue to the fact that I’m not a baby-making machine!
7. Women Sports Commentators “Talk Too Much”
Right, talking about sports is their job. But some people just can’t get used to women entering a man’s world.
8. You Won’t Get a Good Job Unless You Go to College
There are so many avenues to becoming successful. While college is still an excellent choice for some, trade schools also help many people find great employment. And remember that Zuckerberg dropped out of college.
9. Keep Your Feelings to Yourself
Today, we talk about our issues and our mental health, and we seek help when we need it. It’s the best way to a peaceful existence.
10. That’s What I Read Online
Okay, let’s not believe everything on Facebook or any online source. Let’s look for reputable sources and avoid getting scammed.
11. You Have a College Degree, You Should Be Making Big Bucks
Almost everyone has a college degree, and they have the experience to back it up. I just graduated!
12. Why Can’t the Homeless Just Get Jobs
Those fortunate enough to have reliable transportation, a home, and an education are having difficulty finding a job. So, it might be hard for people experiencing homelessness as well.
13. Back to School Clothes Aren’t Expensive
Maybe not forty years ago, but times have changed! There’s a little thing called inflation.
14. Keep a Quarter to Make a Phone Call
Where would I be making this call? Payphones no longer exist, and a phone call would undoubtedly cost more than a quarter today!
15. You’ll Understand When You’re Older
Okay, I’m in my forties now… whatever you said, I would understand when I’m older, but it still hasn’t dawned on me.
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