As times change, there are inevitably some things that baffle our beloved seniors, while leaving the rest of us in splits or simply shrugging it off. From avocado toasts to e-books, in this article, we’re highlighting 19 things old people hate that the rest of us just don’t understand.
Endless Selfies
Gone are the days when photographs were reserved for special occasions. Now, every moment, mundane or monumental, deserves a selfie. Do we really need 50 attempts to capture that ‘just right’ angle in soft lighting? The joy of candid snaps seems lost.
Apps for Everything
Apps for meditation, recipes, and even stargazing! Our digital abundance elicits chuckles from our elderly pals who amusingly inquire, “Got an app for common sense yet?”
Ultra-Loud Eateries
Dining out was once a symphony of clinking cutlery, laughter, and soft background music. Today, the thumping beats of techno music have transformed eateries into mini nightclubs. Conversations have become shouting matches. What happened to those gentle Sinatra melodies?
Chatty Homes
Our homes were our silent sanctuaries. With voice-controlled tech everywhere, it feels like our homes have acquired a voice, sometimes offering unsolicited music or weather updates.
Avocado Toast’s Rise to Stardom
Not just a toast; it’s a lifestyle choice! Some might nostalgically ponder, “Where did simple butter go?” These aren’t just sandwiches; they’re statement pieces reminiscent of bell bottoms in the food world.
Phones as Cameras
For many seasoned individuals, the multi-functionality of smartphones is perplexing. “Why not use a proper camera?” they’d ask. We chuckle and capture the candid moments, including their endearing bafflement.
Incomprehensible Text Lingo
From BRB to TTYL, texting feels like decoding an ancient language to many seniors. And there’s always that adorably innocent mix-up where LOL means ‘Lots of Love.’ Who knew texting could be a cross-generational comedy?
Why Jeans Should Look Worn Out
To the younger generation, distressed jeans symbolize a mix of comfort and style. However, many seniors chuckle, noting, “Back in our day, jeans lasted a lifetime, and any tear was a memory, not a fashion statement!”
Superfoods Over Good Old Veggies
Kale, chia, quinoa—these modern superfoods are our dietary superheroes. But many from the older brigade humorously advocate for the unsung heroes: peas, beans, and good old carrots. Classic veggies vs. modern superfoods—the evergreen dietary debate continues!
Voicemail Avoidance
Once, voicemails were the pinnacle of communication. Nowadays? They’re often met with playful eye rolls. Our senior buddies love to jest about the times when a beep at the end of a call was the drumroll to important messages and not just another ignored notification.
Reinventing Coffee
From cortados to caramel macchiatos, our coffee vocabulary is ever-expanding. This sparks delightful banter with elders who often tease, “Back in our day, coffee was, well, just coffee!” Simple pleasures, frothy memories.
Never-Ending Password Updates
Remembering passwords today feels like a game of memory. While we balance unique symbols, numbers, and cases, our elders amusingly recall a time when one key opened everything, and no, it wasn’t “password123”.
Too Many TV Remotes
Modern-day hide-and-seek revolves around TV remotes. Our elders often share humorous tales of the singular remote era, contrasting it with our multi-remote conundrums. One TV, one remote—such straightforward times!
Declining Paper Money
With cashless transactions becoming the norm, the tangible essence of currency is dwindling. While we tap and swipe with ease, many elders fondly recall the satisfaction of counting bills and hearing coins jingle.
Charging… Everything
Our homes resemble charging hubs, powering everything from toothbrushes to watches. It tickles the older generation’s funny bone, making them wonder if one day we might have charging plates for our plates.
Subscription Boxes
While we eagerly await monthly curated boxes, many seniors find humor in the concept. To them, the true joys are in handpicking treasures, not in subscription surprises. “What’s next, air subscription?” they jest.
Abandoned Landlines
Empty landline sockets stand as mute witnesses to times gone by. For older generations, they’re reminiscent tokens of hours spent chatting, twirling cords around fingers, and awaiting important calls.
Reality TV
Modern reality TV draws both amusement and skepticism from the older crowd. They question its authenticity, often comically noting that it’s more scripted than their cherished soap operas from yesteryears.
Online Dating
Love at first swipe? The very concept evokes hearty laughter from those who remember love letters and blind dates set up by well-meaning friends.
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