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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 29 MIN

Are We Overdoing Birthdays?

from Generation Conversation · host Generation Conversation

Birthday celebrations seem bigger than ever, but are we putting too much pressure on ourselves and others? In this episode, we discuss birthday culture, expectations, self-celebration, and how birthdays have changed from one generation to the next. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to celebrate another year of life.

Birthday celebrations seem bigger than ever, but are we putting too much pressure on ourselves and others? In this episode, we discuss birthday culture, expectations, self-celebration, and how birthdays have changed from one generation to the next. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to celebrate another year of life.

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