Old Generation Vs. New Generation

The generation gap is widening at an alarming speed. New generation should take the advantage of modernization, which has taken place all over the world at a very fast pace. This should be considered blessing, but at times, the young mind can get tempted & his/her use of modernization, mayn’t be appropriate. In spite of the blessings of modernization, the stress level of the youth is very high due to a very competitive world, and they should avoid getting solace in any temporary or inappropriate pleasure of modernization.

We have to change for the better & adjust according to the need of the time. What culture used to prevail during olden days, was not absolutely right, & what is happening these days can’t be totally appropriate.

Sometimes parents want to give advice to their children about what they gathered from their lifetime’s experience. Children don’t have patience to listen, & they will prefer to have their own experiences.

At times, there is so much disparity the way two generations think.

 For new generation…run, run & run, & have some fun. Life is once & should be enjoyed.

The way we consolidate things is different from how our old generation used to sort out and live manically in their society. Let’s see some of the most important differences between our generation and the old generation.

1.Culture

From art to music, cultural beliefs and customs, our generation has changed rapidly. Unlike the new generation, baby boomers were more of an independent generation since it was their personal responsibility for them to make something good out of themselves.

2.Technology

Technology has evidently changed our society (both positively and negatively). As days goes by, science and technology has been virtually advanced and used to create various machines from vehicles, weapons, mobile phones, computers or any other equipment that are designed using technology.

3.Fashion

from dressing style to hairstyle and shoes, we have seen both men and women’s mode of dressing in the new generation varying as diverse clothes and outfits being introduced from various clothing designs on the runways and concerts as compared from the older generation where they never had such thing like a clothing company or designers and they were still descent and smart as they used to craft for themselves.

4.Lifestyle

The baby boomers lifestyle was quite difficult because as a way of discipline, the children were whipped and given punishments by their parents and any mistake made there were consequences and this made the child to be more vigilant and careful next time before trying another stupid thing but our generation parents are becoming more relaxed when disciplining their child and that has led to the child becoming rebellious and having troubles following some simple rules and regulations given by their parent.

5.Media

The older generation had nothing to do with the media because they only experienced real life happenings with no computer, television or phones back then people were still keeping in touch and spending time with each other unlike the new generation whereby the media has been used as a system of keeping in touch with your relatives and loved ones. A person can easily get your details just by searching your name on the internet.

Younger generation is more practical than older generation

With the advancement of technology, luxury and a palette of options available, the younger generation are naturally practical. They need not take extra efforts to a practical approach.

For

They are optimistic and ambitious.Earlier on, people fell easily for emotions whether it was for family or friends. Today’s youth can equally balance emotions.

Science has made life very easy for the generation today. Accessing someone today isn’t as difficult as it was earlier, when people relied on telegrams!

Even though the younger lot is considered to be impatient, their impatience is because they don’t want to waste time.

The young generation wishes to explore all possible horizons.

Thanks to the social networking sites, younger generation is more enterprising. Their ides are practical.

Against

Most of the times over smartness shown by youngsters put them in trouble.

Older generation has seen life and hence they know the pros and cons of every situation. They have a natural ability to do so.

Older generation can better judge people since they have met so many in their life.

Due to their over practical nature, it puts them more in depression and hence suicide rates are more.

It is seen that most of the crimes are committed by the younger generation who get influences from TV and cinema.

At times the greed of money and publicity makes them do something they are not supposed to.

            In conclusion, communication, education, and lifestyle are the primary differences between my generation and my parents’ generation. Each generation has its own unique advantages and drawbacks, but the most important thing is that every generation gives valuable lessons to the next generation.

BY Viraj Gawandi

Std:S.Y.B.Com Div:A

Roll No:43