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social interaction?
Phrase:
"Consumerism has turned people into spectators of life instead of active participants in society"
Introduction:
Before we embark on this journey, let us briefly introduce the key players in this narrative. The
term "baby boomers" refers to those born roughly between the mid-1940s and mid-1960s—a
generation shaped by post-World War II optimism and marked by significant societal shifts. On
the other end of the spectrum, we have the "Generation Z," born from the mid-1990s to the early
Changes in o
Media consumerism has evolved alongside generations. For baby boomers, traditional media
offered a window to the outside world, while Generation Z has come of age with access to an
ocean of online content. The shift from scheduled television to on-demand viewing has changed
Despite these differences, there are intriguing areas of convergence. Both generations share a
desire for connection and belonging, but they channel these desires differently. While baby
boomers may value in-person conversations and close relationships, Generation Z has embraced