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Gen Z’s Secret? Side Hustles, Not Slacking

Quiet quitting is out—side hustling is in. Over half of Gen Z is juggling side gigs, way more than boomers ever did. Whether it’s for extra cash or chasing a passion project, young adults are redefining success with independence and flexibility. With AI and tech making it easier to monetize skills, the 9-to-5 grind just isn’t the only way up anymore. Who else is thinking about a side hustle now? #JobCareer #Career #GenZ

John Nelson

Gen Z’s Surprising New Obsession

Bible sales in the UK just hit a record high, and it’s not your grandma driving the trend—it’s young people! Sales have jumped 134% since 2019, with more 18-24-year-olds showing up at church and grabbing Bibles, often inspired by social media and influencers. Turns out, exploring faith is now the cool, counter-cultural move for a generation raised in a secular world. Who saw this spiritual plot twist coming? #Religion #GenZ #Spirituality

Theresa Mccoy

Gen Z Boundaries: Self-Care or Selfish?

Is Gen Z’s obsession with boundaries and therapy-speak making us all a little too comfortable bailing on friends? Viral phrases like “protect your peace” are everywhere, but are we using them as excuses to flake? With everything online and convenience at our fingertips, it’s easier than ever to skip out on real-life connections. But experts say we’re trading community for comfort—and it’s making us lonelier than ever. Maybe showing up for each other is the real self-care? #Health #MentalHealth #GenZ

Katherine Hunt

Colleges Are Handing Out Easy A’s Now?

College used to be about pushing yourself, but now some schools are making it way too easy for Gen Z. Think: reading just one book all semester or taking basic math and writing classes at top universities. Are schools helping students catch up, or just lowering the bar? If college keeps getting easier, are we setting up Gen Z to miss out on real growth? #Education #GenZ #CollegeLife

Julie Alexander

Gen Z Is Choosing Chalk Over Cash

Would you ditch a high-paying job to make a real difference? A surprising wave of Gen Z grads is jumping into teaching, even with all the burnout and low pay. After the isolation of lockdown, they’re craving real connection and want jobs that actually matter. These new teachers are shaking up classrooms with fresh ideas, tech skills, and a focus on mental health. Maybe impact really does trump income for this generation! #Education #GenZ #Teaching

Lindsay Wood

Gen Z’s Surprising Spiritual Comeback

Gen Z is flipping the script on religion—turns out, nearly two-thirds of them are embracing faith, prayer, and even miracles. The story of Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint (and a tech whiz!), is inspiring young people to find real-world community in churches, not just online. With miracles and a new sense of belonging, Gen Z is showing that spirituality and the digital age can totally mix. Who saw this coming? #Religion #GenZ #Spirituality

Kathleen Pham

Flip Phones: The Comeback Nobody Saw Coming

Remember when ending a call meant snapping your phone shut with a satisfying click? Flip phones are making a low-key comeback, not just as nostalgia bait but as a statement against digital overload. Some Gen Zers are ditching their always-on smartphones for these minimalist devices. Is this a smart move for digital wellness, or just a retro fad? Would you trade your apps for a simpler, distraction-free life? #Tech #FlipPhone #TechNostalgia #DigitalWellness #GenZ #MobileTech

Robert Cox

Gen Z Didn’t Fail School—School Failed Them

Turns out Gen Z wasn’t the problem in America’s schools—the system was. Test scores tanked, chronic absenteeism soared, and nearly half of students said they didn’t even know why they were there. Add in phone distractions, a mental health crisis, and teacher shortages, and you’ve got a recipe for a generation feeling unprepared and skeptical about the future. Schools stayed stuck in the past while the world changed around them. Wild, right? #Education #GenZ #EducationCrisis

Benjamin Contreras

Kids Struggling With Basic Skills?!

A Dallas teacher went viral after revealing only 2 out of her 110 eighth-graders read at grade level—most are reading like 2nd graders or even kindergarteners! She says they can’t follow multi-step instructions or connect cause and effect. And it’s not just her school—nationwide stats show 70% of teens aren’t proficient in reading. Some blame tech and social media, with Australia even banning under-16s from major platforms. Would a US ban help, or is it too late? #Education #EducationCrisis #GenZ

Ryan Horne

Boomer Foods Gen Z Just Won’t Touch

Ever wonder why your grandma’s favorite casserole never gets touched at family dinners? Gen Z is totally ghosting a bunch of Boomer classics—think bologna sandwiches, Jell-O salads, and even meatloaf. They’re all about fresh, real ingredients and Insta-worthy meals, not canned peas or mystery meats. Sorry, fruitcake, you’re out too. Are any of these old-school eats still in your rotation, or are you team avocado toast all the way? #Food #FoodTrends #GenZ