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“It’s All Connected.” Why They Believe in Conspiracy Theories and You Don’t

In the late 1700s, an English doctor named Edward Jenner created the very first vaccine. The medical community suspected at that time that dairy farmers and milkmaids who were exposed to a relatively minor virus called Cowpox might be immune to the similar, but much more severe and deadly, virus Smallpox. The accepted method of inoculation from smallpox at the time was to inject the patient with a controlled amount of smallpox and allow them to recover from the infection. It was risky and uncomfortable. Jenner believed that infecting the… Read More »“It’s All Connected.” Why They Believe in Conspiracy Theories and You Don’t

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Generation X “-isms” and Their Definitions – from Douglas Coupland

Douglas Coupland’s seminal novel, Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture, is widely believed to be the inspiration for the name given to our generation – those of us born between 1965 and 1979. The novel is unique and truly groundbreaking, offering a brand-new perspective on the emerging culture. The book is complete with a list of original vocabulary, necessary for understanding the mindset of this young generation navigating a changing society. Below is a list of “-isms” presented in the book and their corresponding definitions. Consensus Terrorism: The process… Read More »Generation X “-isms” and Their Definitions – from Douglas Coupland

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“Slacker” Movie Review:  A Gen X First-Time Reaction to the Film that Gave Its Name to The Slacker Generation

First, a quick disclaimer:  This review may contain spoilers – if a plotless film can be spoiled. If you have not seen the movie, read at your own risk. Since I keep an all-things-generation-x blog, how could I get away with never having seen the movie Slacker, the film that supposedly gave Gen X its nickname, The Slacker Generation? The following is a review of the movie and my impressions of how it reflects on the generation that received its moniker. Uniquely Styled The film is unique in that it… Read More »“Slacker” Movie Review:  A Gen X First-Time Reaction to the Film that Gave Its Name to The Slacker Generation

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How To Be A Great Boss: The Best Advice from the Best Bosses. Perspectives of a Middle Manager.

Middle management has a bad rap. I enjoy the role. You get the freedom and authority of being a boss while retaining the safety net of having a boss. It’s the best of both worlds! That is, of course, assuming you have a good boss. And, naturally, you also want to be the best possible boss you can be. Some say it’s actually the worst of both worlds. Being a boss is hard, and having a crappy boss just sucks. That is, unfortunately, also true. In my career, I’ve worked… Read More »How To Be A Great Boss: The Best Advice from the Best Bosses. Perspectives of a Middle Manager.

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Bucket List Ideas for Generation X Only

Are you Generation X? Middle-aged, a little cynical, realistic, low in expectation, and a bit of a procrastinator? We are at the stage in our lives when, if we are ever going to write a bucket list, it’s now or never. But are we even a “bucket list” type of generation? I’m being a little cynical. Of course, we should have a bucket list! And that’s why I’ve generated this short list of ideas designed just for Gen X. It’s just a brainstorming exercise, think of it as a jumping-off… Read More »Bucket List Ideas for Generation X Only

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Generational Stereotypes Chart

From the Lost Generation to Generation Alpha, every generational cohort has its stereotypical qualities. Comparing Generations Stereotypes are imperfect but sometimes useful. They can be used to make predictions or assumptions about large groups of people, but often fail when evaluating an individual. Generational studies look at those born within the same general timeframe, having lived through the same major childhood events and nationwide economic flux. When these events occur at similar times of developmental or career stages, they can have a widespread effect on the group. Individuals within a… Read More »Generational Stereotypes Chart

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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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The U.S. Presidents by Their Generational Cohort

If you’re looking for a list of U.S. Presidents with their associated generation, look no further! I could not find a list myself, so I created one. I have taken many of the generation names and dates from Strauss-Howe Generational Theory. Where Strauss-Howe and common names conflicted, I used common names. (For example, Strauss-Howe refers to Generation Z as The Homeland Generation). President Birth Year Generation George Washington 1732 The Liberty Generation John Adams 1735 The Liberty Generation Thomas Jefferson 1743 The Republican Generation James Madison 1751 The Republican Generation… Read More »The U.S. Presidents by Their Generational Cohort

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Spice Up Your Boring Kegel Workouts! 6 Fun Tips

Tighten. Release. Tighten. Release. Ho hum. Let’s face it, kegel exercises are as dull as your pelvic floor. That’s why I have created these exciting variations to spice up your boring kegel workouts! 1. Squeeze and hold until the first judge turns around on The Voice Give that kegel a good clench as soon as the contestant begins to sing. Hold until one of the judges spins around. Simple! The length of the squeeze will vary, that’s part of the excitement. 2. “Write” your Wordle guess in cursive You can… Read More »Spice Up Your Boring Kegel Workouts! 6 Fun Tips