Younger generations like Millennials and Gen Zers are adopting senior citizen habits, embracing traditional activities like book clubs and needlepoint. AI companies pledge against child exploitation, plus Starbucks union negotiations.
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Gen Zers are adopting senior lifestyle habits like early bed times and coupon clipping.
Younger generations like Gen Z and millennials are adopting habits typically associated with seniors, such as going to bed earlier, eating dinner earlier, joining book clubs, doing needlepoint, and even moving into retirement-like communities. This shift towards more traditional activities reflects a trend of embracing a 'norm core' lifestyle that focuses on simplicity and older pastimes.
Youthful Aging Trends
Contrary to past stereotypes, Gen Z is drinking less, prioritizing health and wellness, and even seeking preventative treatments like Botox at a younger age. This trend suggests a focus on self-care and appearance management, possibly influenced by societal pressures and changing perceptions of aging.
Societal Impact on Generational Hobbies
Economic challenges, changing job markets, and societal norms have led younger generations to embrace hobbies and habits that offer comfort, stability, and a sense of community. The pandemic-induced lifestyle changes also play a role in shaping preferences towards activities like early morning gym sessions, nature walks, and home-based leisure pursuits.
Younger generations like Millennials and Gen Zers are slowing down in their daily lives. The senior lifestyle is gaining appreciation in these young people as we’ve seen earlier bed times, earlier dinner reservations, less alcohol consumption and coupon clipping replace youth-centric activities. But why is this the case? Plus: AI companies pledge against child exploitation and Starbucks has union negotiations.
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