Just an observation - I don't see nearly as much negativity in the linked article as I do in these posts. The author appears to be making generalizations, yes, but that is all they are. It appears she is merely pointing out certain facts/assertions about each era and how they may have impacted individuals growing up in that era.
I tend to believe as some have mentioned in this thread that what makes a person is a combination of many things, including what the author alludes to PLUS how you were raised and even where you were raised. And then throw in one's own individual personality just to put even more of a twist on it.
When I see generalizations like this, I don't immediately go to the thought of judgment of others, but to one of understanding. I use it as a means to understand people of different generations, knowing that it is not a one size fits all and that we are all unique individuals. As a result, I saw it as a helpful guideline to understanding some of the differences in the eras in which we were raised and how that might affect one's thoughts and behavior.
Personally, I love people of all ages and generations. Having close friends of all ages is a big part of what makes my own life more fulfilling.
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