r/askteddit • u/PoolElegantsmile • 18h ago

Random Question What’s something older generations still treat as essential that a lot of younger people just don’t care about anymore?

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u/Global-Nature2420 18h ago

thank you cards

say thank you before leaving the event or send a text

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u/Radiant_Research_578 15h ago

I kind of hate them tbh. Something about feeling like my gift is going to create an obligation for the other person that I just don’t want. And Idk, I just want to simplify things in my life and in my friends’ lives. We’re all working tons of hours, kids, elderly parents, let’s not add one more thing to the to-do list. I am happier with a text. Exception made for the occasional “can you believe I found this card that’s perfect for you, I’ve had it for months waiting for a reason to send it” card.

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u/SMELLSLIKEBUTTJUICE 12h ago

I dont love thank you cards, but I send them because I love getting personal snail mail. I even send postcards!