Orlando, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Every generation has its quirks that older folks “just don’t get.” Baby boomers had hippie free love. Gen X got tagged as cynical pessimists. Millennials were accused of “not adulting.” And now, Gen Z ages 13 to 28 right now, is known for the stare. A blank look that’s igniting a whole new generational debate. So, what is it?
If you’ve experienced this, you’re not alone. Many people are now talking about the Gen Z stare, a blank stare done by young people in response to social interactions.
Gen z defends it, saying it’s a response to ridiculous questions. Critics say it happens, well, anytime you try talking to them. And some are comparing it to the infamous lead paint stare, equally judgy.
Cancel culture may seem extreme to some, but for Gen Z “canceling” is just the accountability that has been missing. But this desire didn’t come from nowhere.
They grew up watching MeToo protests launched by Gen X and amplified by millennials and it sparked their own movements.
And while critics say Gen Z is “glued to their phones,” many see social media as an extension of who they are, their communities, and the causes they fight for. For them, logging off can feel like disconnecting from society itself.
With the speed of social media, there may be some new lingo you haven’t heard. “Go touch grass” doesn’t mean to literally touch grass, just to reconnect with reality. If something is “Sending you,” it means it’s very funny. And if you see a skull emoji or someone says they’re dead, that means it was extremely funny.
Contributors to this news report include: Marcy Wilder, Producer; Bob Walko, Editor.
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Sources:
https://wheresmysunnyporch.com/more-generations/generational-stereotypes-chart/
