#cynicism

#cynicism

Generation X prides itself on never being surprised, which has generally served us well. Keeping our expectations low and our cynicism-level high has allowed Gen X to remain agile throughout numerous economic and political upheavals. But what if the attitudes that protect us from life's difficulties are also holding us back from our goals? Specifically, many in Gen X may find that the cynicism we have proudly used as armor throughout our lives may be getting in the way of retirement.

In general, accountability is something we hold other people to, while ignoring our own lack of it. We're all at least a little hypocritical in that regard.

Lucy, a failed actress, also has many debts.

By "neighborhood philosophy," I mean philosophy done in or as a neighborhood, not philosophy about the neighborhood. This approach can inspire deeper human connections.

Attendance would be low, I feared, for the 'Hands Off' protests of April 5, and no matter what the numbers were, they wouldn't make a difference.