Millennials: Taking Charge of the Narrative

Millennials are definitely shaking things up compared to their parents! While their folks often followed the classic script of snagging a stable job, buying a house, tying the knot, and starting a family, millennials are flipping the script on what adulting might look like. Blame it on the tech boom, wallet woes, and a shift in what folks value these days.

When it comes to work, millennials are all about flexibility and finding their true calling instead of just clinging to job security. Many would rather do something they love, even if it means hopping jobs like a frog on caffeine or working in pyjamas from their sofa. I mean, we spend so much time working, it’s gotta feel right! Thanks to the internet and life in the digital world, this dream is now a reality, opening doors their parents couldn't even imagine.

Once upon a time, owning a home was the ultimate dream. But for millennials, it's more of a fairy-tale. With sky-high housing prices and student debt that could sink a ship, many are opting to rent or live in bustling cities where the action is. They crave freedom and adventure over a white picket fence, wanting to squeeze every drop out of life.

Relationships have taken a plot twist too. Many millennials are hitting the snooze button on marriage and starting families, often prioritising their careers before 'settling down.' They’re all about building their careers, globe-trotting, or just figuring out who they are first. It’s less about following tradition and more about living life like it's their own personal improv show.

And let’s not forget, technology has turned everything upside down. Millennials grew up with the internet and smartphones, so being connected 24/7 is like breathing, ever seen a millennial lose their lifeline, I mean smart-phone? It's as though the world has to pause as EVERYTHING is on there, from their diary to means of payment. It helps them stay in touch and stay organised, but it also brings the pressure of keeping up with the digital Joneses. It can encourage the narrative of being available at all times, something that I really worry is becoming incredibly damaging. I believe it's so important to step outside for a bit and physically disconnect from the digital world for a while. We're not designed to 'be on call' 24/7, we need to press reset at times and remember to stay present in the moment.