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Originally Posted by Seven
I do think there's a bit of a generational disconnect between the newer and older collectors of this hobby. Many of the younger generation not looking at it as a hobby, and looking at it as a vehicle to make a profit is certainly part of the problem, but I'm sure some older folks view it that way as well.
I think a good chunk of the issue certainly comes from technology and how many of the younger generations were/are raised. Short and terse interactions were pointed out already, but many of them are quite frankly obsessed with their phones and rather communicate that way, than through in person conversation. I work with children and it's startling how few of them nowadays can pay attention to things that take up more than 15 seconds of their time.
We no longer emphasize in person communication skills as a society. We no longer emphasize empathy, in my opinion, either. Two things we are sorely lacking. Do I think nastiness can transcend the generations? Absolutely. I've seen it occur all the time. Though I am very fearful for what's coming down the pipe in terms of the newer generations and their socialization skills.
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The other day I was waiting at a red light not far from home and observed two young women on the sidewalk, not talking but each staring into her own device. My own daughter when she's over sometimes will actually email me from the living room LOL.
10-30-2025, 10:47 AM
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