Millennials. The word sparks a certain thought or perspective in everyone–whether it be positive or negative. This term represents individuals born from 1981-1996, and they have without a doubt built up quite a reputation for themselves. Ranging from hipster culture to certain hashtag trends on Instagram, millennials encompass a certain range of people.

Recently, many have noticed that as millennials turn into adults, there are specific negative character traits the generation seems to have picked up. This includes extreme sensitivity, poor communication especially in work settings, and a lack of motivation. These traits can even be seen in key “millennial” TV characters, such as Rory Gilmore from the hit TV series “Gilmore Girls.” Throughout the show, Rory becomes more and more entitled, and quickly becomes discouraged when things do not immediately turn out the way she had planned for them to be. However, Rory also does not actively work harder to achieve those plans, yet almost expects them to just come to her. While this can also be attributed to her position of privilege when growing up, many people her age would also react similarly in the same situations.

This proves to be a pressing issue, and some adults in this generation even find it acceptable to stop working without even properly quitting. The laziness and self-centered nature of this attitude bothers others born before or even after millennials. However, it is not to say that this generalization applies to every single millennial. Of course, there will always be the hard-workers and over-achievers in every group.

This is also not to say that other generations do not have a negative reputation that even millennials detest. For example, Generation Z are hyper critical of their physical appearances, are quick to cancel one another, and somehow make mental illnesses a trend. With that being said, every generation has its own problems, but breaking out of those stereotypes and learning to actively change something that they feel is wrong and not giving up is what truly creates the difference.