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Hey there! Today, we're diving into the wild world of things young folks have said that just make you go, "Wait, what?" Get ready for some funny, baffling, and totally relatable moments from the younger generation. Let’s roll!
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So, this guy says he wants to be a farmer because it seems like a "chill, easy job." His farming credentials? Playing Farmville on his phone. Yep, farming IRL ain't Farmville, buddy.
A 15-year-old wants to join the army... because she hates being told what to do. Newsflash: In the army, everyone tells you what to do. Surprise!
Teen: “Why don’t you have TikTok?” Me: “I like books.” Teen: “But... why?” Apparently, real books are alien to some kids these days.
Been in education since 2008. Believe me, loads of kids think they'll be NFL stars or TikTok celebrities. Big dreams, no clue about reality.
27-year-old mom to a 13-year-old student says only she can discipline her kid. If her daughter skips math homework, no bad grades allowed. Teacher’s mouth dropped.
Teen says she’s not stressed about exams because she’s gonna marry a rich guy. When asked what if that fails? Sudden silence.
20-year-old asks if I’m retiring because I’m leaving university and looks shocked when I say yes - I’m 35! Early retirement vibes... or just confused students.
When I said I wanted to pay my bills myself, a friend was like, "Your parents will pay." I told her nope, my folks can’t. Her mind just exploded.
Little cousin thought fast food was a breeze. Got a job, lasted a week, then quit. Reality check served hot!
At a meeting about her poor work ethic, a newbie said, "You guys need to learn to adapt." Pot calling kettle much?
Told some 18-year-olds I don’t have Instagram. They said I was lying and that if I didn’t want to be friends, I should just say it. Talk about instant drama.
Some folks think making $80,000 to $100,000 a year is totally average. If only reality had a notification for that!
Young guest told us teachers to tell bosses if we’re not mentally up for tasks like planning or grading. Ummm… that’s literally our job. Talk about missing the point!
"You wouldn’t get laid off if you were good at your job," said Ashleigh. Does she even know who’s paying the bills? Nope.
Kids feel sorry for us because AI does their homework. I said, "Yeah, but we actually learned stuff." Their answer? "Why does that matter?" Oh, kids these days...
So many under-30s online say they feel old and done with life. Meanwhile, 40+ folks here, waving hello and saying life’s just getting fun. Old is the new young!
At 19, some coworkers think they’ll wait until 25 to get Botox because that’s when wrinkles start. Pro tip: Maybe ditch the tanning beds and vapes first?
Had to quit writing in cursive at work because folks under 25 couldn’t read it. The struggle of ancient handwriting tech...
My 16-year-old niece spotted my CD collection and asked why I had so many ancient music discs. Because back then, they ruled the world!
Someone thought listening to music for free on YouTube meant I was pirating it. Nope, ads pay the artists! Subscriptions aren’t the only way, y’all.
Asked an intern to help with data entry. Response: "Pass. Not part of my career plan." Spoiler: Jobs often require doing the boring stuff.
When young, I refused tons of opportunities chasing a specific dream. Spoiler: I ended up missing out on good money early on. Lesson? Be open, folks!
Guy said he’ll never work and will just invest money instead. Asked where he’ll get tons of money to invest. Crickets.
Young folks don’t get how isolated small towns were before the internet. No cable TV, tiny libraries, and almost no clue about the world until adulthood made a move happen.
Teen told an Asian person rice was "pretty new" to the US diet and that in the 1970s, many Americans had never tried it. Rice is new? Well, that’s just... wow.
"Wait, adults work during summer? No break like school?" Yep, that’s life. Even the grocery store folks are working while you’re enjoying that ice cream.
New temp laughed when I refused to give my Social Security number over the phone to the power company. Paranoia? Nope, just smart.
Somebody’s not thrilled that the electrician who studied gets way better pay than the barista. Schoolwork does pay off - big time, actually.
Teen caught stealing gets phone taken away. Freaks out before class: “What am I supposed to do?” Answer: Learn, my dude. Maybe listen to your own thoughts?
When young folks say they don’t vote, it’s rough. Knowing your rights and voting is how you shape your world, so please, get involved!
"Millennials never take responsibility, blaming boomers for housing, the environment, and economy." Yep, heard this one plenty. The blame game never ends!
“Lottery has so much money, why don’t they just cut everyone a big check?” Because, dear friend, that’s not how it works!
"Poor people in Jamaica? They’re happy because they just eat coconuts." Can’t argue with that science!
Some believe Instagram is the go-to for world news. Because who needs newspapers or, you know, actual news channels?
"Rich folks have it worse ‘cause they’re more isolated and lonely than poor people." Yeah, okay then.
"I don’t go to the doctor or dentist, so I don’t need health insurance," said a 25-year-old. Adulting’s hard, huh?
"I’m NOT taking a gym job... I have a college degree!" said the unemployed psych grad. Dreams versus reality, anyone?
"Dad came in the Porsche, not the Range Rover! So embarrassing," said a 17-year-old. Class envy is real.
"Once I learn guitar, I’ll drop a demo and get signed." Dreams and ambition, all in one sentence.
A friend thought an $800 house listing was for the entire house. Nope, just a single room sharing the rest. The internet can be tricky that way.
Arguing with teens about facts? They hit back with, 'How many Instagram followers do you have?' Because, you know, followers are the true source of wisdom.
"I want to live in the 50s or 80s, those were easier times," ignoring that civil rights still sucked for many back then. Oops.
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