Basic Life Skills That Gen Z Just Can't Learn as per Psychology 

Despite being tech-savvy, Gen Z often struggles with basic life skills rooted in patience and practicality.

Fixing Basic Household Stuff 

Calling someone to change a bulb or unclog a sink? Yep, that’s peak Gen Z struggle. 

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Reading a Paper Map 

Without Google Maps, they’re lost—literally. Spatial awareness isn’t built through screens, and it shows. 

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Making a Phone Call Without Anxiety 

Dialing someone directly feels like a boss-level task. Texts and DMs are their comfort zones. 

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Cooking Without a YouTube Tutorial 

Microwave meals? Yes. Cooking from scratch? Only if Wi-Fi’s working and a reel shows every step. 

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Writing Formal Emails 

“Heyy, what’s up?” doesn’t work in job emails—but Gen Z’s casual tone often leaks in.

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Sticking to a Budget 

Money management is tough when instant gratification apps scream add to cart 24/7. Saving feels outdated. 

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Waiting Without a Screen 

Boredom? Gen Z’s worst enemy. Standing in line without scrolling? Might as well call it torture. 

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Basic Sewing or Button Fixing

Lose a button? They’d rather buy a new shirt than find a needle and thread. 

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