My boomer mom’s cheap online shopping habit drives me nuts
Licensed therapist Leslie Davenport weighs in on overcoming a generational clash when it comes to sustainable consumption.
Leslie Davenport, a climate-aware therapist, discusses generational differences in consumer habits with a millennial and her boomer mother. Boomers, who experienced economic turbulence in their youth, tend to prioritize finding the best deal, which can clash with millennials' more environmentally conscious approach. Leslie suggests starting conversations with empathetic statements and exploring shared values, like discovering how previous generations made items last.
She emphasizes that intergenerational alliances can have political weight and suggests looking for common ground to build solidarity on sustainability.
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