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The one about Hobbies

Most Indian parents that I talk to nowadays have the same complaint "the z generation spends too much time on their play stations and IPads and do not value life outside the digital world". Our conversations always begin with the " when I was a kid" punch line but as the conversation drifts towards "Now" most find enough reasons to explain their lifestyle Stress, Work, Family, Age. I grew up in a small town. I did not own a motor cycle until I was in my 12th grade. I had to bike to school, the games I played were on the street, and on makeshift playgrounds. I was completely unaware of any technological innovations and did not care about anything save the evening game of cricket. Most people my age will be able to relate the above sentiment. Our lifestyle made us work for things. Today, Technology has made shopping easier, outdoor sports has given way to video games and smart phone apps. As we fell in line with the lifestyle, we have done everything in o...