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Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980, were latchkey kids raised against a backdrop of rising divorce rates and economic instability. They fostered a cultural narrative around resilience and adaptability. Surprisingly, it was Gen X who began prioritizing identity-driven careers, favoring roles aligned with personal passion over monetary stability. This shift heralded in a demand for flexibility that both Millennials and Gen Z would amplify as they entered adulthood.