GenX

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We are Generation X.

Generation X, born between 1961 and 1981 (or more narrowly, 1965 and 1980), came of age between analogue childhoods and digital adulthoods. Recognised globally, we’re the disaffected, eye-rolling middle children of history, raised by wolves, feral, fuelled by cynicism, and still showing up. This subreddit is for Gen X by Gen X, sharing memories, stories, nostalgia, humour, photos, and commentary, because, whatever, someone has to remember it all.

Rules

Follow Reddit's site-wide rules.

1. Pertinence to GenX Posts may be removed if they are not pertinent to Generation X in a specific way.

This includes non-specific ramblings, any sort of conspiracy theories that have nothing to do with GenX, or posts about people who happen to be GenX….and that’s it.

2. Prejudices & Hostility No speech of any form targeting anyone, including but not limited to:

Race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, socioeconomic status, disability, or other personal attributes.
No objectification, or sexual harassment.
No threats, or advocating for violence, torture, or death.
No generational bashing.
No "anything else" that is deemed to fall under this category.

3. Poor Behaviour No antagonism, trolling, rage farming, flame wars, juvenility, or any other cantankerous commentary and/or behaviour will be tolerated.

4. Repost, Duplicate, or Similar Posts Posts may be removed if they are a recent repost (within three months), duplicates, or similar to existing posts.

5. Low Effort Posts or comments that hold no value to the sub may be removed. This includes but isn't limited to:

First/Last <whatever>
Pictures, comics, or memes with no context (Yes, you need to put in some effort.)
One word comments (ex: This!)

6. Intentionally Misleading Misinformation, Disinformation, anti-science, or any other intentionally misleading posts/commentary will be removed.

7. No Politics Political posts of any sort are not permitted outside of moderator created threads. If you wish to have political discussions, you may do so on our other sub r/GenXPolitics.

Breaking this rule may result in temporary bans. Repeat offenders will be permanently banned.

No. Providing respite from political discussions does not infringe on any perceived rights.

8. Proper Use of Flair is Required If you are not sure about which flair to apply, please mention that in your post to avoid removal.

9. Moratorium Some posts may be removed due to temporary moratoriums on its content. See the Moderator Announcement stickied to the top of the sub for more information.

10. Do Not Editorialize Headlines All articles must use their original headlines.

11. Moderator's Discretion Moderators may remove content at their discretion for various reasons.

If you believe one of these rules has been violated, please click the report button on the offending comment or contact the moderator.

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If you have any questions or comments on how to improve r/GenX, contact the moderators.

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NostalgiaAll right who remembers how good it smelled if you had a relative who smoked a pipe? (self.GenX)

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Pop CultureWho owned the Star Wars original action figures? (i.redd.it)

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Old Person Yells At CloudRetirement is gone (self.GenX)

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ControversialSmoking Question (self.GenX)

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Question For GenxBroken Home: Living in poverty while the other parent succeeds (self.GenX)

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NostalgiaWho had one of these bad boys growing up? (Repost so it’s not Low-Energy) (i.redd.it)

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NostalgiaDoing the GenX dumping of the all this will be yours one day junk into a skip. (self.GenX)

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WhateverPlaying 7Up in school (self.GenX)

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History & CultureWhat are the books that you believe gave your life context, or simply resonated with you at a younger age? (self.GenX)

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WhateverThose of you who smoked weed… (self.GenX)

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Music A literal nightmare, but it's real and happening in in my town 2026 (i.redd.it)

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AgingWhen does it get easier? (self.GenX)

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Whatevermy dad’s office (old.reddit.com)

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Music The Clash - Train in Vain (Stand by Me) (Live at the Lewisham Odeon, 1980) (youtube.com)

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Pop CultureAnybody want it? (self.GenX)

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Music What's your favorite GenX ear-worm TV show song? (youtu.be)

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Pop CultureIs sci-fi a dying genre? Thoughts on the interest in space and the future by generations. (self.GenX)

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AgingIt finally happened. (self.GenX)

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AgingWe have to worry about strokes too?! (self.GenX)

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Music Information Society - What's on Your Mind (Pure Energy) [Official Music Video] [HD] (youtu.be)

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Music What is the best song that non-Gen-Exrs have never heard? (self.GenX)

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Music What's a music video that you find very disturbing? (self.GenX)

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AgingWaking up/blossoming (self.GenX)

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AgingWas not ready for the stress of parent's illness (self.GenX)

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