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We Need a Generation X President But We Aren’t Going to Get One

At the time of this writing, it’s early 2024 and we are barreling toward a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump – the two oldest presidential nominees in the history of the United States. This is the second time Biden and Trump have been named the two oldest presidential nominees in U.S. history, so congrats to them on beating their own record? When I flip on or pull up the news, I hear most Americans crying out that these two candidates are too old for the job, and yet,… Read More »We Need a Generation X President But We Aren’t Going to Get One

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Generation X Bookends: Generation Jones to Xennials and the Gen X In Between

Not everyone puts much stock in generational research, and that makes sense. While some people fully relate to the stereotypes and lived experiences of the cohort they belong to, others don’t at all. This is particularly true for those born on the fringes of the generational range. Generational experiences exist on a continuum; those born in the early years of a generation will not necessarily have much in common with those born in the later years. And of course, there are those on the cusp, born in the years as… Read More »Generation X Bookends: Generation Jones to Xennials and the Gen X In Between

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Generation Z to Generation X Translation Guide

So you’re a Generation Xer. Old, but not totally old. Not, like, Boomer old. But, alas, gone are those bodacious days when you rocked the freshest slang. Gen Z is making you feel lame. Word. You are lame. Me too. Do you need some help figuring out what the kool kids are saying? I have prepared a quick reference Generation Z to Generation X translation guide. Use it wisely. With great power comes great responsibility. So don’t trip. Take a chill pill. You got this. Generation Z slang Generation X… Read More »Generation Z to Generation X Translation Guide

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20 Haikus that only Generation X will understand

While Generation X is mostly ignored and forgotten in the wider world, we have unique experiences that connect us to each other. Here are 20 haikus that only Generation X will understand.  Some are cynical, some are funny, but all are guaranteed to bring on the nostalgia. What is a haiku? It’s a simple poem with a specific structure – 1st line, 5 syllables / 2nd line, 7 syllables / 3rd line, 5 syllables. It can be about anything and usually does not rhyme. Do you have a Gen X… Read More »20 Haikus that only Generation X will understand

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Think you’re having a hellish week? Not like this guy.

Sometimes it helps to get a little perspective. Your boss is a jerk, your coworkers don’t pull their weight – while simultaneously talking down to you, like you aren’t the one doing all the heavy lifting around here – and you won’t get a day off until September. And the kids are jerks, it’s your spouse’s turn to make the grocery trip – so why are they shouting random grocery items at you like you should go AGAIN – and the car is too messy to hide and drink wine… Read More »Think you’re having a hellish week? Not like this guy.

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Why Generation X is uniquely equipped to make their dreams come true

Generation X always gets the shaft. Wedged between two generational monoliths, no one seems to care that we are around. Hate to break it to you, fellow Gen X’ers, we are not ever going to rule. There may be a short period of time when we are the largest voting population, but it won’t last long. The successful and optimistic Boomers are about to pass the torch to the savvy and bold Millennials, making them the culture-definers of the world. We will be skipped over like a salad at a… Read More »Why Generation X is uniquely equipped to make their dreams come true