Blog # 4 The "Nurtured Generation"

Millennial Makeover uses significant cultural artifacts to categorize certain generations. For instance, the Baby Boom generation is given this name because of the huge significance the Baby Boom had on American history. I agree with most of the authors ideas on why my generation is referred to as the millennial generation. We grew up in a society where technology was constantly filled with advancement, especially with the huge influence the invention of the internet has had on our society. I agree with the idea that the millennial generation is generalized to be optimistic and realistic, while at the same time showing extreme individualism. I think there are obviously some exceptions to our authors’ generalizations, yet for the most part, the assumptions seem to be realistic. For example, our generation has been taught the significance of diversity and education. The name, millennial generation fits well, but we can also be referred to as the “Invention Generation,” or even the “Fortunate or Nurtured Generation.” Technology has given us the luxury and convenience to help live our lives much easier than before, which we are often seen to take advantage of. Television shows such as Saved by the Bell, 90210, Spice Girls, and even Britney Spears, are certain cultural touchstones that have the possibility to help better understand our generation. On the other hand, the best way to identify with our generation, as a whole, is an overview of the advances in technology that have helped shaped our generation to what it is today.