Emma Mills

The 70s were full of bell-bottoms, disco, and a whole lot of phrases that seemed perfectly fine at the time—but would seriously not fly today. Back then, these sayings were considered progressive, even enlightened. Fast-forward a few decades, and the “woke” generation has a lot to say about why they're outdated, problematic, or just plain awkward. Here are 13 phrases from the 70s that have been officially canceled by today's more self-aware standards.

Parenting is no easy feat. You pour your heart into raising your kids, hoping they'll turn out a certain way, and sometimes the reality doesn't always match the dream. And let's be honest—that can sting. But it doesn't mean you're a bad parent or that things are hopeless. It just means there's some reflecting (and maybe some letting go) to do. Here's how to start making peace with it all.

Ever met someone who seems to thrive on dragging others down? It's not always blatant, but the subtle ways they chip away at your confidence or mood leave you feeling off. People who enjoy making others feel bad often mask their behavior with charm or “jokes,” but their energy is hard to miss once you know what to look for. Here are the unmistakable vibes they give off—and how to spot them before they get too deep into your head.

Two-faced people are the ultimate emotional shape-shifters. They're all smiles and compliments one moment, and the next, they're stirring up trouble or throwing you under the bus. They're tricky to spot at first because they're so good at hiding their true colors. But once you notice the patterns, it's hard to unsee them. Here are 15 awful traits two-faced people share—and why keeping them at arm's length is probably your safest bet.

Gen X doesn't ask for much—just a little credit where it's due. As the generation sandwiched between Boomers and Millennials, they've quietly shaped culture, adapted to insane changes, and mastered skills most of us didn't even know were necessary. Yet, these traits often go unnoticed by younger generations. It's time to give them their flowers. Here are the standout qualities Gen X brings to the table—and why they deserve way more respect than they get.

Narcissists love to sprinkle big words into conversations like confetti—but not the fun kind. It's all about making you feel small, confused, or like you're missing something. They use these terms to sound smarter or more authoritative, but once you see through the act, it's a whole lot of fluff. Here are 16 fancy words narcissists love to toss around and why they're less about intelligence and more about control.

It's amazing how times change, isn't it? Things that once scandalized our grandparents are now perfectly normal parts of everyday life. As society evolves, so do our laws, sometimes in surprising ways. Let's take a fascinating journey through some activities and behaviors that were once illegal but are now completely legal in the United States—some of them might really surprise you!

Isn't it wild how some songs just refuse to fade away? You know the ones—those absolute bangers that your parents played on repeat, and now you're watching teens lip-sync to them on TikTok like they just dropped yesterday. It's like these tunes have found the musical fountain of youth or something! Let's dive into some classic hits that Gen X couldn't get enough of, and somehow, they're still out here winning over new fans who weren't even a twinkle in their parent's eyes when these first hit the charts.

Unresolved childhood trauma doesn't always show up in obvious ways. Sometimes it hides behind personas—versions of ourselves we create to survive, connect, or protect our hearts. These masks might help in the short term, but they also keep people from living fully or honestly. The strange part? Many people don't even realize they're doing it. Here are the different personas people adopt when they're carrying wounds they haven't yet faced.

You know that feeling when somehow everything wrong in your family seems to land on your shoulders? Like you're starring in your family's production of “Everything's Your Fault: The Musical”? If you've ever felt like you're wearing a permanent “blame me” sign at family gatherings, you might be what's known as the family scapegoat. Here's how to tell if you've been cast in this exhausting role.