Millennials are continually told they cannot take a joke by Boomers who think that people take things too seriously. While Boomers may be wrong on some occasions, a recent survey revealed 18 things Millennials struggled to take a joke about:
Mental Health
Mental health issues are a severe problem for millennials, and many people in this generation are uncomfortable making light of them. A joke about suicide, depression, or anxiety can be triggering for someone who is struggling with these issues.
Physical Appearance
It can be hurtful and offensive to make fun of how someone looks. Everyone has different physical features; some people may be more sensitive about their appearance than others. Jokes about physical appearance can make people feel self-conscious, insecure, and even ashamed.
Family
Family is a sensitive topic for many people. People with close and supportive families may not appreciate jokes that make light of the challenges and struggles that can come with being in a family. People with dysfunctional or abusive families may find jokes about family triggering and upsetting.
Relationships
Relationships can be a sensitive topic for many people. People in happy and healthy relationships may not appreciate jokes that make light of the challenges and struggles that can come with being in a relationship. People who are in complex or abusive relationships may find jokes about relationships to be triggering and upsetting.
Finances
Millennials face several financial challenges, such as student loan debt and the rising cost of living. A joke about someone’s financial situation can be very insensitive, especially if they struggle to make ends meet.
Career
Millennials are under a lot of pressure to succeed at work and often have to work long hours for low pay. A joke about someone’s job or career can be seen as dismissive of their hard work.
Politics
Millennials are a very politically active generation with strong opinions about a wide range of issues. A joke about someone’s political beliefs can be seen as an attack on their character and values.
Religion
Millennials are less religious than previous generations, but many people in this generation still have strong religious beliefs. A profane or disrespectful joke about a particular religion can offend many millennials.
Race
Millennials are also more likely to be racially and ethnically diverse than previous generations. A joke that is racist or xenophobic can be hurtful and offensive to many millennials.
Gender
For people who are transgender or non-binary, their gender identity is a core part of who they are. Jokes about gender can be hurtful and offensive to these people. Jokes about gender often reinforce harmful stereotypes about men and women. These stereotypes can lead to discrimination and prejudice.
Sexual Orientation
Millennials are more likely to be LGBTQ+ than previous generations and more likely to accept people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. A joke that is homophobic, transphobic, or otherwise discriminatory can be offensive to many millennials.
Disability
Disability is a severe topic for many people. For people with disabilities, their disability is a core part of their identity. Jokes about disability can be hurtful and offensive to these people. For people who have been victims of disability discrimination, jokes about disability can be triggering and bring back painful memories.
Trauma
Trauma is a serious topic that can have a devastating impact on people’s lives. Jokes about trauma can be exceedingly hurtful and insensitive to people who have experienced trauma.
Abuse
Jokes about abuse can be triggering for survivors. Hearing jokes about abuse can bring back painful memories and emotions, leading to panic attacks and other mental health problems.
Addiction
Jokes about addiction can reinforce harmful stereotypes. Jokes about addiction often perpetuate negative stereotypes about people struggling with addiction, such as the belief that they are weak or lazy. These stereotypes can lead to discrimination and prejudice.
Age
Just like racism and sexism, ageism is prejudice against people based on their age. It can lead to discrimination in employment, housing, and other areas of life. When people joke about age, it can make it seem okay to discriminate against older adults. Ageist jokes often perpetuate negative stereotypes about older adults, such as the belief that they are out of touch, forgetful, or frail.
Weight
Millennials have grown up in a culture obsessed with body image, and many people in this generation struggle with their self-esteem. A joke about someone’s weight, appearance, or disability can be very painful for someone who is already insecure about their body.
Education
It is important to note that not all millennials are sensitive to these topics, and there is much variation within the generation. However, the survey found that these are some of the most common topics millennials find to be off-limits regarding humor.
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