4 ways Christian parents can respond to the ‘Gen Z stare’

The impact of technology and Covid-19 has left Gen Z ill-equipped for normal social interaction - Nesu Kwaramba helps Christian parents respond with compassion

As the smartphone has developed over the years, users have increasingly been able to benefit from the catalogue of functions that it offers. Some would say that the ‘Do not disturb’ setting is one of its greatest successes, silencing incoming calls and other alerts and offering the user some headspace. Alongside this development has been the evolution of the ‘digital native’, a term coined to refer to Millennials and the generations following who grew up after the 80s amid a technological revolution that has seen life leap onto screens. Against this backdrop, one of the most topical discussions in contemporary western youth culture is the emergence of the ‘Gen Z stare’, coupled with a closely related attitude – ‘nonchalance’ – amongst young people. I can’t help but notice the similarities between the ‘Do not disturb’ function and these recent fads.

‘Gen Z stare’ and nonchalance

Even in the last year, employers (and customers) have expressed their agitation with the ……