Quote by George Bernard Shaw

It's all that the young can do for the old, to shock them and keep them up to date.

It's all that the young can do for the old, to shock them an

Summary

This quote suggests that one of the best things younger generations can do for older generations is to challenge their beliefs and introduce them to new ideas and trends. By shocking them and keeping them "up to date," the young can help prevent older individuals from becoming stagnant or disconnected from contemporary society. It highlights the importance of intergenerational exchange and the notion that diverse perspectives contribute to personal growth and mutual understanding between generations.

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Generations

By George Bernard Shaw

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