Being amillennial—a member of Generation Y—can be a very confusing existence. Older millennials are finding themselves near the top of corporate hierarchies, getting mortgages, and having families. Meanwhile, younger Gen Y’ers are only just now finding their footing. But one thing that they probably have in common is that they’re starting to notice more and more differences between them and the members of other generations.One Instagram account, accurately titled ‘Young Grumpy Millennials,’sharessome of the most witty and relatablememesabout what it’s like to grow up. We’ve collected some of the best ones to show you. So, scroll down for a good dose of humor and a big dollop of existential dread! And remember, Pandas, being grumpy is a choice, not an inevitability.This post may includeaffiliate links.
Being amillennial—a member of Generation Y—can be a very confusing existence. Older millennials are finding themselves near the top of corporate hierarchies, getting mortgages, and having families. Meanwhile, younger Gen Y’ers are only just now finding their footing. But one thing that they probably have in common is that they’re starting to notice more and more differences between them and the members of other generations.
One Instagram account, accurately titled ‘Young Grumpy Millennials,’sharessome of the most witty and relatablememesabout what it’s like to grow up. We’ve collected some of the best ones to show you. So, scroll down for a good dose of humor and a big dollop of existential dread! And remember, Pandas, being grumpy is a choice, not an inevitability.
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Investopediarefersto millennials as ‘digital natives’ because technology has been a core part of their daily lives since they were born. Different researchers can have different interpretations of how to define each generation.For instance, the Pew Research Center defines millennials as Americans born between 1981 and 1996. (However, some researchers extend Gen Y to encompass the years between 1980 all the way till 2004. But this is less commonly accepted.)
Investopediarefersto millennials as ‘digital natives’ because technology has been a core part of their daily lives since they were born. Different researchers can have different interpretations of how to define each generation.
For instance, the Pew Research Center defines millennials as Americans born between 1981 and 1996. (However, some researchers extend Gen Y to encompass the years between 1980 all the way till 2004. But this is less commonly accepted.)
Currently, in terms of pure numbers, Generation Y is the biggest generation in US history. Aside from being technologically proficient, millennials also tend to be more progressive politically and less religious than the members of previous generations.Furthermore, members of Gen Y tend to want to follow their ambitions while they’re still young. They also have record amounts of student loandebt. Of course, there will always be exceptions between individuals, but these are the general trends for Gen Y.
Currently, in terms of pure numbers, Generation Y is the biggest generation in US history. Aside from being technologically proficient, millennials also tend to be more progressive politically and less religious than the members of previous generations.
Furthermore, members of Gen Y tend to want to follow their ambitions while they’re still young. They also have record amounts of student loandebt. Of course, there will always be exceptions between individuals, but these are the general trends for Gen Y.
There’s always going to be at least some overlap between the members of different generations, not just in terms of birth years but also attitudes, preferences, and the popular culture that they’ll feel nostalgic for in the future.
Of course, this isn’t true for everyone. Anecdotally speaking, some millennials are starting to grumble and moan about the younger generations… rather similar to how adults used to complain about millennials when they were growing up, right?
However, some members of Gen Y see that their attitudes continue to be at odds with those of older adults. Who you get along with is going to depend a lot on your background, community, interests, and character.
There’s nothing new about different generations not seeing eye to eye. It’s a tale as old as human history, and it’s bound to continue into the future, too. Every generation believes it’s better than the ones that came before and after it. That’s just how things go, whether we’re talking about work attitudes or entertainment preferences.
Investopediacallsmillennials “financially confident but very stressed,” which might sound eerily accurate to some of you reading this. Millennials tend to be very proactive and self-guided, whether in terms of investing or finding side hustles.Despite 61% of millennials being confident about their financial knowledge, 74% also said that they’re at least somewhat stressed about managing their finances.
Investopediacallsmillennials “financially confident but very stressed,” which might sound eerily accurate to some of you reading this. Millennials tend to be very proactive and self-guided, whether in terms of investing or finding side hustles.
Despite 61% of millennials being confident about their financial knowledge, 74% also said that they’re at least somewhat stressed about managing their finances.
These range from the frustrations of adult life (work, chores, parenting, relationships, entertainment, etc.) to the differences between Gen Y and the older and younger generations.
Which generation are you from, dear readers? How many millennial Pandas do we have here today? How do you feel about the older and younger generations? What are the biggest things you struggle with as a member of Gen Y?
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