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This shift also reflects a broader trend—Gen Z, having watched Millennials struggle, is now more hesitant to invest time and finances in educational pathways that may be futile. The introduction of the internet has transformed access to information, allowing for greater transparency surrounding corporate truths, educational value, and the potential lies propagated by the older generations.
Societal and Cultural Conditioning
Another layer contributing to this generational divide is the social conditioning experienced through upbringing and education. Many Millennials and members of Gen Z encountered educational systems that steered them toward specific beliefs, including the vilification of traditional gender roles and the promotion of participation trophies.