Lessons Today’s Kids Can Learn From ‘90s Kids

The ‘90s were definitely a great time to grow up. Today’s generation doesn’t know the obsession with pop music, Nickelodeon, Beanie Babies, the Spice Girls, Titanic, and more. Nowadays, kids are so immersed in technology that they’ll never understand the excitement about seeing an actual cell phone. Here are a few lessons today’s children can learn from ‘90s kids.

Patience Is Key and Boredom Isn’t Bad

Today’s kids will never know what it feels like to wait for their favorite show, toy, or meal, thanks to Amazon Prime, GrubHub, and other apps. However, ‘90s kids are more patient than anyone else. Sometimes, the real magic is in the waiting.

In the ‘90s when the Internet and Wi-Fi weren’t really a thing, being bored wasn’t actually that bad. Today’s generation should try getting off TikTok for a second and find something else to do. Whether meeting friends outside, drawing, or playing outside with their siblings in the yard, the truth is that these moments of “boredom” are the most meaningful ones.

Awkward Stages and Caring About Others

Let’s face it: we’ve all gone through awkward stages, whether it’s wearing braces, giant glasses, or poodle perms. The best thing about it is that one day, you’ll laugh it all out, no matter how awkward it seems now.

Avoiding awkward stages has also come with a lot of unnecessary buying of clothes and accessories. However, kids of the ‘90s were definitely conscious about the planet and were following the three Rs rule: reduce, reuse, and recycle. Consider reducing plastic consumption, composting, and supporting local organizations that fight climate change.

Tamagotchis and Social Media

Believe it or not, ‘90s kids were feeding their Tamagotchi in class. Yes, they might not be as popular as before, but we must remind you to not neglect the poor thing, or it will die. You can even ask your parents how they took care of theirs.

In today’s digital era, it’s important to remember that not every moment needs to be recorded and posted on social media. Sometimes, you just need to slow down and enjoy your time, whether with friends and family or simply riding a bike. Learn how to stay in the present instead of thinking about the next photo you want to capture for Instagram. These moments should be lived to the fullest.