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50 Funny And Relatable Gen X Posts Other Generations Probably Won’t Understand
Isn't it fascinating how we've divided the human timeline into these quirky categories? We've got the silent heroes, the booming boomers, the effortlessly cool Gen X, the tech-savvy millennials, the Zoom-loving Gen Z, and hey there, Gen Alpha, you're next in line. But right now, let's turn the spotlight on you, you awesome Gen X'ers – the original latchkey kids, the masters of retro-cool. Born in 1965–1980, you know all too well about neon clothes, jelly bracelets, stirrup leggings, pay phones, big hair, and strawberry shortcake...
From the cosmic dust of the '60s to the neon glow of the '80s, the r/GenX subreddit captures the essence of what it was like to grow up and live in this era. We've curated our favorite posts from the group, so grab your VHS tapes, dust off your Pogs collection, and get ready for a journey through the era of neon fanny packs, grunge anthems, and a world where the only social network that mattered was the one you actually attended in person.
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I Feel Like As A Gen-Xer, This Resonates With Me
Remember when Cindy Brady said that by the time she got the attic room, it would be the year 2000? It seemed so far away.
The Gen X'ers, now comfortably middle-aged, could tell us a lot about life and how it used to be. Today's trends, including music, fashion, and TV shows, often take cues from the vibrant '70s and '80s. A lively Reddit group, r/GenX boasts 98.1k members and is a hotspot for sharing nostalgic and funny content from that era.
Trying To Think Of A Clever Caption, But I Can’t Top This
The Best Part Of Getting A New Cassette
Besides the fun things we associate with the '70s and '80s, there was much more to it. Gen X was the first generation with both parents working outside the home, but childcare options were limited at that time. Known as the "Latchkey Kids," Xers grew up preparing meals and maintaining the household after school. This often led to a feeling of being overlooked, with Baby Boomers soaking up the limelight.
Seems Just About Right For Us
This Sums Up The Genx Music-Purchasing Experience
I Feel Like Gen X Is The Only Generation To Just Embrace This Reality
A recent article in the New York Times defines Gen X this way: "A relatively small cohort sandwiched between baby boomers and millennials, this demographic consisting of Americans born between 1965 and 1980 seemed to dominate the cultural conversation for only a brief stretch of the 1990s, when Seattle seemed like the music capital of the universe and ‘Gen X' served as shorthand for all things edgy and cool."
Sit, Ubu, Sit. Good Dog. Does Anyone Remember This?
What Are Your Thoughts On This? Accurate?
I Can’t Disagree
They were the first to experience widespread cable television access as they grew up. In 1981, MTV, the 24/7 music video channel, arrived, capturing the hearts of countless Gen Xers and earning them the moniker "MTV Generation."
Just Had To Leave This Here. Had No Choice In Fact
How Everyone Else Thinks The 80s Looked Like vs. Reality
Saved by the Bell set vs Home aka What we wanted vs What we got!!!
"Nobody Puts Baby In A Corner!"
Gen Xers grew up during a time of significant events. They faced the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, leading to a focus on safe sex. They witnessed history unfold with the end of the Cold War, marked by the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and the Soviet Union's collapse in 1991. They saw both the triumph of the first successful space shuttle flight in 1981 and the tragedy of the Challenger explosion five years later. Gen Xers lived through the U.S. government's anti-drug efforts, epitomized by the "just say no" campaign, and they also navigated the energy crises of the '70s and '80s.
Who Else Grew Up Learning To Question Authority From This Character?
Has Happened More Than Once!!!!! Especially About 9/11
How Very
Gen Xers are known for being resourceful and independent due to their latchkey upbringing. They value a work-life balance, having seen their parents' work demands affect family time. Their cynicism can be attributed to the economic and societal challenges they faced during their childhood and early adulthood.
I Suspect We Can All Relate To This
Why am I in tears from laughing so hard over this? Really, I don't understand Gen Z speak.
What Would Some Of Our Disproven Facts Be?
1. Bees are NOT led by a Queen. The hive’s workers are an organization which makes collective decisions. If the Queen ain’t pulling her weight she’ll be defenestrated and replaced. 2. Bermuda Triangle: total crock. 3. Sugar is better than fat in a diet. Lies. 4. You can literally eat five ham sandwiches in a pool and never cramp. Forget the 30-minute wait to swim after meals. 5. Words sometimes DO hurt more than sticks and stones. Shall I go on… wow 🤪
My God... We Suffered... Suffered So Much
Now, aged 43 to 58, the "Coolest Generation" finds joy in simple activities like trips to Costco or Target, cozy Friday nights in, excitement over a new shower or lawnmower, and even crafting jelly from hand-picked crabapples.
Does Anyone Else Still Do This?
I used to, but I can't think of any drink that uses those in the UK now.
Stuck In The Middle With You
Ok, Stuck in the Middle did NOT mix well with the M*A*S*H* theme or Enigma
Oh, Ain't This The Truth
Yep,we were right to be cynical about everything.
To offer a point of reference and comparison with Gen X, we've gathered information about the next two generations. The revolution was influenced by millennials, also known as Generation Y. Born between 1982 and 1994, they're digital natives, seamlessly incorporating technology into their daily routines. They moved from an analog to a digital world. Unlike earlier generations, millennials face intense competition due to the economic crisis, prompting them to strive for better qualifications. Unlike their Generation X parents, they're ambitious and determined to achieve their goals.
Who Had A Car Stereo That Had A Removeable Faceplate?
This Is Only Going To Get Worse
Retirement For Generation X
Generation Z, aged 8 to 23, will be the leaders in the future. They're also called centennials, born between 1995 and 2010, and came into the world with tablets and smartphones. Who are they? They're the Internet generation, it's part of them – in their homes, education, and how they socialize. Finding jobs might be even harder for them than for Generation Y. They're tech-savvy but might prioritize screens over people. Yet, they use the Internet for social causes. They expect instant results due to their digital lives and are influenced by YouTubers. They can multitask but have shorter attention spans. As consumers, they're independent and demanding, and their future jobs might not exist yet.
Yes We Turned Out Just Fine
Klinger, Dame Edna, Rocky Horror, Bugs Bunny, Freddy Mercury (I wanna break free), Monty Python, Bosom Buddies, Some like it hot, Tootsie, Divine, Boy George, Marilyn, and a little later, To Wong Fu thanks for everything, Priscilla Queen of the desert, Mrs Doubtfire, Birdcage, - why is cross dressing such an issue now?
So... Umm... There's That
Only Genx Has This Specialized Skill
Now that's not true. I'm à boomer, with millenial kids, and I was the one who knew how!
Continue scrolling for a dose of nostalgia and fun from the Gen X era – the generation that gave us leg warmers and the modern smartphone. Upvote your favorite ones and drop a comment on the ones that resonated with you the most.
The Blockbuster Strikes Back
Little Bit Of Truth To This. My Mind Is Still 30, But My Body Says Nice Try
From the age of six, I babysat my older brother after school because I was the responsible one. He was nine.
Phil Basically Raised A Generation
There was a period of about 6 months in around 1985 when it was Phil Collins or Philip Bailey and no-one else
We Ate King Dongs And Listened To Gregorian Chants. What A Time To Be Alive
Oh dear. Enigma Sadeness will now be stuck in my head all night. Grrrrrr 😂
Not A Gen Xer, But The Ones I Know Are Exactly Like This
This Place Was A Friday Night Out
Don't forget the refillable pitcher of soda and the red glasses.
My Daughter Found My Old Walkman, So I Left Her A Note
You Can Add Driving During The Day In Any Season, Really
Who All Laid On One Of These Bad Boys As A Kid?
It’s Not Even Funny. It’s A Big Source Of My Stress
My printer was only ever used by one of my cats as a bed.
Hilarity On A Level That Never Gets Old
This Post Is To All The Genx's With Uncommon Names And The Bitter Sting Of The Gift Shop Keychains
I Learned Opera From A Cross Dressing Rabbit
The Domain (large public open space in the city of Sydney), 1980s. 'Opera at the Domain'. Orchestra start playing Wagner. A low, but very distinct murmuring from the crowd: 'Kill the rabbit, kill the rabbit...'.
What Was Your "Must See" Movie You Shared With Younger Generations?
Omg Fashion Plates!! Who Else Played With These?
Yes We Did. F**king Gop Idiots
Peak Genx - Riding Your Bike Down The Middle Of The Street, Standing On The Banana Seat, No Helmet
This Post Needs To Be 25 Characters But I Think The Fella Below Said Enough
Most Accurate Description Of Growing Up Gen X
Just remember, kids. If it all kicks off, there's fück all you can do about it, so don't waste your time worrying.
Who Had School In A Portable?
Some Humor Needs No Explanation
That feathered hair. That slightly leathery skin that only comes from a decade of sunbathing and cigarettes. Those were the days.
X'ers Were Scrappy Little Hooligans
I Thought This Sub Would Appreciate This Cosplay From Superman (1978)
If Anyone In Your Family Sewed, In The 60s,70s Or 80s They Had One Of These. My Mom Had A Few
Anyone Else Remember Reading Reader's Digest?
Childhood Toys Roundup: This Parking Garage (Ding, Ding, Ding)
My brother had this one. I had the house, the castle, the vet clinic, and a few more I don't remember.
Anyone Else Remember These Ashtrays?
Anyone Remember The Metal Lid You Had To Use A Butter Knife To Pop Off?
How Many Of Us Still Bear The Scars?
The Day After?
Let's Get Down To Brass Tacks. Every House Had These Coasters
I Wonder What This Week's Big Misunderstanding Caused By A Partially Overheard Conversation Will Be!
So much innuendo back then. I never realized it growing up. My wife still thinks I watched Dukes of Hazzard for Daisy Duke. I was 3. I watched that show for the cars.
Everyone Here Knows The Answer To The Question You're Thinking Right Now
I Think We All Remember This
The millions of times I mopped that same floor.
I Mean, It Seemed Believable At The Time
Fisher Price Activity Center
I Had This Exact Mini Stereo! Did You?
I just had to have an equalizer. I couldn't hear any difference, but I pretended I could.
How Many Of Us Had Grandparents With This TV?
I Can Smell This Picture
If You Used One Of These, You Belong Here
Pong, Atari, and Intellivision all needed this switch.
Whenever I Hear The Title “Surgeon General” This Is The Guy That Pops Into My Mind
I Would Spend Hours In This Store Just Looking
Ah, The Good Old Days Lol
Whether It Was Shepard's Pie, Tuna Casserole, Or Spaghetti Sauce... It Was Served In This
The Emotional Damage This Inflicted Upon Me Lives With Me To This Day
Who Remembers This? National Geographic Was A Portal To The Rest Of The World
Who Remembers Mr. Bones Candies?
It never occurred to me that you were supposed to put them together.
Who Else Had The Amazing Hot Air Popcorn Popper? Worked Like A Charm - If You Liked Dry Popcorn
I'm Just Going To Leave This Right Here
Who Hid In These Clothing Racks In Department Stores As A Kid When Shopping With Their Parents?
Now Look At Them Yo-Yos! That's The Way You Do It!
The Joys Of A Sugar Stick Dipped In Different Colors Of Sugar…
Who Else Had A Sticker Album?
It Was The Hug We Never Got
So soft and cuddly - you fell right to sleep in that glorious velour
The Annual Mrs. Roper Bar Crawl, Hillcrest San Diego. This Should Be A National Event And Possibly A Federal Holiday
I have never heard of this, but now i really want to participate
Took A Family Vacation To Oregon. Had To Visit Gen-X Mecca
I Was Looking For A Used Graphing Calculator On Ebay. I Bought This Also, Because I'm A Grown-Up
Speak and Spell. That beige handheld football game. Simon Says. Perfection and Superfection.
Who Thought “Ring Around The Collar” Was Going To Be A Bigger Problem Than It Actually Was?
What's Another Truth About The 80's You'd Like To Share?
I Listened To Hours Of Dr. Demento And Dr. Ruth Westenheimer On One Of These
Did Anyone Else Have This Toy As A Kid? This Is My Original One From The 1970s
For My Cake Day I Went To See “The Big Lebowski” In Costume. How’d I Do?
In My Youth, This Was A Michelin Star Restaurant. Did Anyone Else Think It Was Special?
Every Grandchild Got This In Their Stocking When We Gathered At Grandma's Christmas Day
You Probably Had One Of These In Your Fridge While You Were Growing Up
Time For Timer Commercial
This Reality Hits Harder Twenty-Nine Years Later When I'm In My Early 50's
It's A No Brainer Really
For Some Reason Saloon Doors On Your Kitchen Were Popular Among Our Parents
In the UK it was multicoloured plastic strips hanging from the top of the doorframe
Did We All Eat Goulash Growing Up? I Loved This…
I doubt that there's ever been a Hungarian born who would consider that to be 'goulash'. Which is not to say that it doesn't look good.
I’ll See Your Bowl Cuts, And Raise You Two Afro Puffs
Now You Have $47 Fees On $52 Tickets
Adulting Is Far Less Glamorous Than I Was LED To Believe It Would Be
My daughter once accused me of being boring. I'm very okay with that.
What Non Horror Movie Scenes Traumatized You As A Child?
How We Used To Check The Weather
Is It Just Me Or Were These The Height Of Sophistication Back In The Day?
Were You One Of The Ones Who Thought It Was Real?
When I was growing up my dad and uncle used to listen to the oldies from the 50s and 60s (in the 80s). I never understood why they didn't listen to current music. Now, in 2023, I listen to Classic Rock from the 70s to the late 80's early 90's, and I get it.
When I was growing up my dad and uncle used to listen to the oldies from the 50s and 60s (in the 80s). I never understood why they didn't listen to current music. Now, in 2023, I listen to Classic Rock from the 70s to the late 80's early 90's, and I get it.
