Generation X, those born between 1965 and 1980, is also referred to as the “middle child” generation. And like most middle children, they are easily forgotten about and overlooked. It’s a sentiment that many Gen X’ers can relate to.

In an online community of Gen X’ers, one member named @BizarroMax opened up about a story he recently heard from a leadership expert during a recent leadership conference. The expert humorously discussed the “generational strife” between Boomers, Millennials, and Zoomers, making a hilarious point about why Gen X seems to be frequently forgotten about. The post went viral among Gen X’ers who feel ‘seen’ by her expert take.

@BizarroMax shared the three reasons why Gen X is ignored according to the leadership expert. “Gen X, I didn’t forget you, even if the rest of the world has. But I have no advice for you. For a few reasons. First, you don’t need it. You are the most independent and self-sufficient........

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