The Millennial Issue
Millennials pose a huge pain to the older generations of today and it really doesn’t make sense, does it? According to older folks, millennials are what is wrong with America and they see no problem with outright saying it and correcting the brats that have ruined their country. Seems quite harsh but in retrospect they may be justified in their opinions.By: Seth Easter
Positive Outlook
Amanda Wilson, age 32, says that “They’re a bunch of brats that are entitled, no consequences, they think there is no price to pay for their actions.”
Even though looked down upon by their elders, millennials seem to be the most optimistic groups and they believe that things are going to be ok.
“They are considered optimistic, with 41% satisfied with the way things are going in the country, compared with 26% of those over 30.”(U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation). Millennials look to be the most hopeful of their future and seem to not care about others opinions.
Even though looked down upon by their elders, millennials seem to be the most optimistic groups and they believe that things are going to be ok.
“They are considered optimistic, with 41% satisfied with the way things are going in the country, compared with 26% of those over 30.”(U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation). Millennials look to be the most hopeful of their future and seem to not care about others opinions.
Too far Gone?
Being hopeful is one thing but being delusional is a problem and a risk. “They have no concept of reality and the school system has taken away the history of our country.” said Penny Lagle.
Penny sees video games and social media being a distraction and issue for the millennials because they rely on them for social interaction and don’t actually go out and meet people. Enjoying the wonders of the internet can be great but when it becomes your life then something needs to change.
Penny also said “They aren’t taught reality and how to deal with their actions.” If millennials don’t take responsibility for what they do then their parent have too or their children may get into trouble.
Colleen also takes issue with how sex is handled in this generation. “Children shouldn’t be raising children.” This is somewhat debated but as of now is an issue that needs to be addressed.
Colleen Kopetzky says that technology can be great but it can also be a major hazard when not used properly and Amanda couldn’t agree more as she said, “They have too much access to things that they shouldn’t.”
Penny sees video games and social media being a distraction and issue for the millennials because they rely on them for social interaction and don’t actually go out and meet people. Enjoying the wonders of the internet can be great but when it becomes your life then something needs to change.
Penny also said “They aren’t taught reality and how to deal with their actions.” If millennials don’t take responsibility for what they do then their parent have too or their children may get into trouble.
Colleen also takes issue with how sex is handled in this generation. “Children shouldn’t be raising children.” This is somewhat debated but as of now is an issue that needs to be addressed.
Colleen Kopetzky says that technology can be great but it can also be a major hazard when not used properly and Amanda couldn’t agree more as she said, “They have too much access to things that they shouldn’t.”
Religion and God
The major thing that all three could agree on was religion. “God has been taken out of everything.” said Colleen, and Amanda said “Put God back in it.”
Tolerance has become a major theme in modern day and Amanda, Penny, and Colleen believe that Christianity should be tolerated and not persecuted as it is.
They think that tolerance and the lack of God has lead to millennials becoming what they are today.
Tolerance has become a major theme in modern day and Amanda, Penny, and Colleen believe that Christianity should be tolerated and not persecuted as it is.
They think that tolerance and the lack of God has lead to millennials becoming what they are today.
Personal Reflection
Being a millennial myself made this story really hit home. Listening to what people had to say about my generation with their words aimed at me felt a little intimidating to say the least but I felt that it was important to hear what's so wrong with us.
The concern of entitlement is rampant throughout and I have to admit that I do feel that some things cost too much or should be given for free. Hearing others say this made it clear to me that my whole generation is like this and it's not a good thing.
The biggest blow for me was when everyone mentioned that God has been taken out. This really bothers me because I used to go to church every chance that I got and went to every event offered, now I'm lucky to go once a month.
Falling away from something that is an integral part of you has effects no matter what you think. I'm not who I was because of this and am not necessarily proud to admit it but it is true.
Overall I think that we need to look at what we can do to improve on ourselves because hearing what generation X had to say as a collective was true and that scares me.
The concern of entitlement is rampant throughout and I have to admit that I do feel that some things cost too much or should be given for free. Hearing others say this made it clear to me that my whole generation is like this and it's not a good thing.
The biggest blow for me was when everyone mentioned that God has been taken out. This really bothers me because I used to go to church every chance that I got and went to every event offered, now I'm lucky to go once a month.
Falling away from something that is an integral part of you has effects no matter what you think. I'm not who I was because of this and am not necessarily proud to admit it but it is true.
Overall I think that we need to look at what we can do to improve on ourselves because hearing what generation X had to say as a collective was true and that scares me.
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