Quote by Dave Barry

Your modern teenager is not about to listen to advice from an old person, defined as a person who remembers when there was no Velcro.

Your modern teenager is not about to listen to advice from a

Summary

This quote suggests that modern teenagers are less likely to heed advice from older generations who they perceive as out of touch or outdated. The humor in mentioning Velcro, a dated fastening device, serves to highlight the generational gap and the reluctance of young people to engage with wisdom from those who experienced different times. It implies that the ever-changing nature of technology and society has created a divide between the older and younger generations, making it harder for them to relate and communicate effectively.

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