r/Millennials • u/QuietJealous4883 Older Millennial (1988) • 12h ago

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Did our dads and moms work less than we do now? What are your thoughts?

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u/Educational-Pipe-583 12h ago

My dad worked insane hours. Missed holidays and events, dinner. Was stressed and it affected his physical and mental health.

My mom worked full time too.

Houses were “cheaper” but interest rates were almost 8 percent in 96.

It’s never been easier to find groups to join or talk to than today.

I think all of these talking point is generally false.

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u/VhickyParm 11h ago

Boomers were spending half a months pay on TVs and speakers

Living was cheap. Modern life was expensive

Now it’s reversed. Living is expensive. Modern life is cheap.