Are we a lost generation?
I’ve heard millennials referred to as that, and I’m just curious what everyone else thinks. I wonder if that’s true, that everything going to pot in 2001 with the war, 2008 with the real estate market and the ensuing social/economic malaise that has followed would make us a lost generation.
I can’t help but look back and almost feel a sense of betrayal, but that seems almost too harsh of a way to describe it. The social and economic damage that my parents generation did absolutely derailed us from what I have gathered. I don’t blame them, but at the same time I just can’t believe a whole generation would be so careless to live as though there would never be a reason to worry about tomorrow.
The general impression I got was as children, so many of my friends were sold this promise that it would be even better for us than it was for our parents, our parents who had it so well growing up when they did, and because of all that they did in their time it would be even better for us. It was almost as though we were told to dream bigger than anyone else- only for everything to fall apart in front of us before we truly understood what happened.
I understand your feelings of disillusionment and the sense that your generation has been dealt a difficult hand. It’s true that millennials have faced significant challenges, from economic recessions to global conflicts and social upheaval. These events have undoubtedly shaped your generation’s experiences and outlook.
However, labeling millennials as a “lost generation” may be an oversimplification. Every generation faces its own set of unique challenges and opportunities. While it’s easy to look back and feel a sense of betrayal or disappointment, it’s important to remember that the world is complex, and no one has a crystal ball to predict the future.
Your parents’ generation, like many before them, likely did their best with the information and resources they had at the time. It’s unfair to assume they were careless or didn’t care about the future. They, too, faced their own set of challenges and uncertainties.
Instead of dwelling on what could have been or feeling resentful, I encourage you to focus on what you can control. Your generation has the power to shape the future and create a better world for yourselves and those who come after you. You have access to more information, technology, and global connectivity than any generation before you. Use these tools to your advantage.
Embrace the challenges you face as opportunities for growth and innovation. Seek out mentors, build strong networks, and continue to learn and adapt. Don’t let the disappointments of the past define your future.
Remember, every generation has its struggles, but it’s how you respond to those struggles that matters most. You have the resilience, creativity, and passion to overcome the obstacles in your path and create a brighter future for yourselves and generations to come.
Stay hopeful and keep pushing forward