What Generation Do I Belong In?
Do you ever feel like you were born in the wrong generation? Maybe you’re more old-fashioned than your peers, or perhaps you just don’t quite vibe with other people your age. If that sounds like you, your true generation might actually be different from the one you were born in!
By answering some questions about yourself, we can tell you which generation you really belong in. Hit “Start Quiz” to find out!
Questions Overview
- Saving it, of course. It’s important to have money saved in case of emergencies.
- Investing it in my side hustle. I can turn it into even more money!
- Taking myself on a vacation. Spending money on experiences is so worth it.
- Using it to pay bills. I’ll feel better knowing I spent the money responsibly.
- Wait in line on release day to get one. I’m not missing out!
- Wait for the initial hype to be over, then snag one.
- Maybe get one someday. It’s not important to me to have the latest tech.
- Probably never get one. It feels pointless to always be buying the newest smartphone.
- Going on a road trip to somewhere new. I love to travel!
- Spending time with friends and family. Face-to-face time is so important.
- Relaxing at home. Having a low-key week off sounds nice.
- Checking things off my to-do list that I’ve been meaning to get around to.
- Mail me a handwritten letter. It feels more personal!
- Call me on the phone. I like hearing someone’s voice.
- Send me a text. Texts are casual and less overwhelming.
- Message me on Snapchat or Instagram. It's how I usually talk to people I know.
- I'm flipping through the channels on TV until I see something interesting to watch.
- I'm going to the movie theater to watch something on the big screen.
- I'm streaming something on my TV.
- I'm watching a movie on my phone or computer.
- One job I've worked at the whole time. I want to climb the ladder at one company!
- Five or more unique, interesting jobs I've had. I like to keep my options open and try new things!
- Me running a non-profit or charity. Giving back is important to me.
- Me having built a massive company from the ground up. I'm a hard worker!
- A humble superhero who saves a small town from destruction.
- A rebel antihero who exposes corrupt politicians.
- A group of online friends who travel to a music festival to meet IRL for the first time.
- A woman who sells all of her belongings and goes on a road trip with her dog.
- A vintage Pac-Man arcade machine.
- A cozy wool sweater.
- A gourmet food basket.
- Concert tickets to see one of my favorite artists.
- Live in close-knit, walkable communities. I’d love seeing my friends and neighbors every day!
- Live independently and be self-reliant. I think it’s important for people to know how to take care of themselves.
- Live with the person they love and start a family. I think the traditional family structure is already pretty utopian!
- Live in small, quiet communities. Stability and predictability lead to a peaceful life.
- Like I want things to be how they used to be.
- Like I want things to stay how they are now.
- Like I want things to be like they've never been before.
- Like I'm not really sure what I want.
- Authentic, accepting, and creative.
- Idealistic, resourceful, and goal-oriented.
- Cautious, alternative, and independent.
- Traditional, determined, optimistic.
- Being accepting and inclusive.
- Having a healthy work-life balance.
- Working hard to provide for the people I care about.
- Giving back to my community.
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What are the 7 Generations?
Most experts agree that there are 7 generations currently living in the world today. That’s a lot of generations! But what are these generations called, and what defines them? While not everyone born within a generation is the same, there are some general qualities associated with each generation. Read more about the 7 generations below to get a better sense of which generation you really belong in!
1. Generation Alpha (Born 2010-2024)
Generation Alpha is the youngest generation alive today. Having grown up with technology, Gen Alpha is highly tech-savvy. People in this generation tend to be socially, globally, and environmentally conscious.
2. Generation Z (Born 1997-2009)
Generation Z is the second youngest generation. Similar to Gen Alpha, Gen Z is very tech-savvy. They tend to be independent, creative, and inclusive, and they highly value authenticity.
3. Millennials (Born 1981-1996)
Millennials are one of the largest generations alive today. Millennials experienced the rise of social media firsthand, so they're both tech-savvy and familiar with what life was like before smartphones and Instagram. People in this generation tend to be idealistic, resourceful, and career-oriented.
4. Generation X (1965-1980)
Generation X, also sometimes called the MTV Generation, is known for being independent and self-reliant. People born in this generation tend to enjoy alternative pop culture, and they're often not as invested in the latest technology as younger generations.
5. Baby Boomers (1946-1964)
Baby Boomers are one of the largest generations on the planet. They get their name from the post-World War II baby boom, when there was a huge increase in the number of babies born. Baby Boomers tend to be traditional, civically engaged, and hard-working.
6. The Silent Generation (1928-1945)
The Silent Generation came of age during World War II and an economic depression. In part due to the turbulent times they grew up in, people in this generation tend to be resilient and community-oriented.
7. The Greatest Generation (Born 1901-1927)
The Greatest Generation is the oldest generation alive today. People in the Greatest Generation tend to value making sacrifices for the greater good. They're often very resilient and determined but also humble.
Want to learn more?
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