Nothing so dates a man as to decry the younger generation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Disparaging the youth suggests someone is out of touch with the present.
- In plain terms
- Criticizing young people makes you seem old.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect youth to stay relevant.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you view the younger generation?
- Is criticism ever useful?
Another view
Younger generations do sometimes lack experience.
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