For decades, it was considered rude to talk about money, mental health, or politics at the table. “Don’t rock the boat” was the golden rule of polite conversation.
But Gen Z and Millennials are rewriting that rulebook. Today’s social etiquette trends lean toward openness, transparency, and vulnerability.
Talking about therapy, salary gaps, or inequality isn’t rude anymore — it’s responsible. For younger generations, silence often feels dishonest or complicit.
Being polite doesn’t mean avoiding tough conversations; it means having them with empathy and respect.
