By Julie E 
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Throughout time, newer generations such as Gen X, Millennials, and now Gen Z have been critical of Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964). From political divisiveness and income inequality to environmental issues, Boomers are frequently held accountable for the problems facing our society today. Let’s face it, though: despite the shortcomings of every generation, there are still many things that Boomers got right.
It’s evident that some of the ideals espoused by Boomers are still relevant as we manage the complexity of modern life—overloaded with technology, social media pressures, and the never-ending effort to stay up. Indeed, the question “What do you think Boomers were right about?” was asked in a recent Reddit discussion. The responses demonstrate that even though we’ve come a long way, certain conventional wisdom is still worth considering.
These are 19 things the baby boomers excelled at:
‘Get Off My Lawn’ “You just want folks to leave your lawn sometimes. And I do mean business.”
— Horrible Motor
Overloading apps
“Why must I download an app in order to access any business’s services? It’s superfluous, and the app malfunctions around half the time.”
— Henderschplitz Sammy
Allow children to play
It’s not necessary to plan every second of a child’s existence. Take them to a park, and they will learn the lesson there. Play without rules inspires inventiveness.”
— Heavy Hebrew Hammer
Ticket Prices for Concerts
“We can all agree—concerts are ridiculously overpriced, and once you’re in, you’ll pay $17 for a beer.”
— What about Dr.
The Tip Creep
“Why does every company nowadays request a gratuity? I also miss the days before monthly payments for software purchases. Can the digital menu mania please stop?”
— reciprocal buttsqueezing
Cell phones at concerts
“Why record the entire concert on your phone for the duration? You won’t watch those shaky videos again.”
— Utilized Eraser
Children and Social Media
Social networking is bad, especially for young people. They don’t require unfettered internet access.”
— horrifying flowers
Tablets at Maximum Power
Allowing your child to use a tablet in public without headphones and with the volume turned up? It’s really impolite.”
— Kishbish
Bring Back Automobile Knobs
“Car touchscreens are dreadful. Please just give us buttons and knobs.”
— rough_painting
Customer service that is automated
“Ever try calling a company and spend 12 minutes with an automated system, only to never reach a real person?”
— SexyJesus7
Bringing Up Entitled Children
“Parents must cease believing their child is always right. That explains the teacher shortage.”
— Cinderjacket
Business Emails Are Important
“Gen Z should become more proficient at emailing. Emojis and ‘lol’ as shorthand are inappropriate for professional emails.”
— Pistachio Beans
Straws made of paper
Straws made of paper? Before you even finish your drink, they crumble.”
— JohnYCanuckEsq.
Tattoos on the face
Face tattoos should be avoided. Simply put, don’t.”
— Tragedy-Aspect 569
Parties to Reveal Gender
“Excessive gender revelations are not necessary. Tell us the news, please, or let us discover it at birth.”
— Kevin Dean
Being Too Sensitive
“People are becoming too sensitive and agitated over seemingly insignificant things. There are more important matters to attend to.
— Caring_Orch
Sound Mixing for TV
“Why is the audio on current TVs so poor? To hear the dialogue, you have to turn up the volume, but then the music or sound effects will explode through.”
— broberds
Inexpensive Residential Properties
“Do you recall a time when you were able to purchase a home? Yes, such were the times.
— The Black Douglas
Glaring Headlights
“These days, headlights are far too bright. They almost seem to be blinding.”
— 15all