Generation X, Y, Z, Baby Boomer... what do these terms mean?

Seasons are marked by various events, whether political, economic, cultural or social, which end up changing the way of seeing the world for those who are born and live during a certain period. This is the point that determined the division of society in generations.

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You've definitely heard about the millennials – generation Y – or baby boomers, as the subject has been widely debated on the internet recently. Despite this, you may not know very well who belongs to each of these generations.

So, in this matter, we will explain which individuals are part of each generation, according to the time they were born. Thus, you can find out which one you are part of, as well as check out some characteristics in relation to each one of them.

baby boomers

Born between 1946 and 1964, they experienced the impacts of the post-war period. Individuals of this generation tend to be very focused, valuing family and work a lot, always seeking better living conditions for themselves and their loved ones.

generation X

Born between 1965 and 1980, they went through the Cold War and were impacted by several cultural and social events, such as the struggle for social and political rights, the hippie wave and Maio from 68. They tend to value professional training, such as formal diplomas and the like.

Millennials or Generation Y

Born between 1981 and 1996, the millennials they have this name because they lived through the turn of the millennium even as children or young people, which makes them very accustomed and adept at technology. Generation Y people are impulsive, competitive and always doing more than one thing at a time.

Generation Z

People born between 1997 and 2010 are digital natives, dealing with the internet universe in a practically natural way. They are characterized by following world events in real time, always digitally. In addition, they tend to be more engaged in identity, social and environmental issues.

Alpha Generation

Finally, we have the most recent generation, Alfa, which is made up of those born after 2010, those who have already come into the world seeing a screen. This generation tends to be more autonomous, flexible and seeks out-of-the-box solutions. Still, they feel comfortable being protagonists of situations, as well as enjoy living things in practice.

Lover of movies and series and everything that involves cinema. An active curious on the networks, always connected to information about the web.

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