AT&T connects much more than just devices and home internet during the holidays—we are connecting you to the people and the moments that matter most.
The holidays bring multiple generations together to celebrate, so let’s make the most of the time together. Family dinners don’t have to be awkward. There doesn’t have to be silence on the other end of the phone call. Holiday parties can actually be fun. Here are our top tips for bringing every generation closer together and making meaningful connections with your loved ones during this holiday season!
Gen Z & Gen Alpha
Gen Z and Gen Alpha love to share things in real time, lean heavily into snark and the latest slang. They love to roast older generations. Connect with them by sending the short text, making calls, or answering the video chat. Here are some terms you’ll likely be hearing:
- 6-7 You’ve likely heard this term at nauseum. It’s pronounced 6-7 (two separate words, never sixty-seven). It’s generally just meant to confuse people. It’s part of the humor. They’ll likely be alternating their hands up and down, as if to weigh “is it 6 or 7?”
- Slay Not to be confused with Santa’s sleigh … when someone totally crushes it or looks amazing. Use this to hype up friends or family when they do something next-level. (Example: Grandma’s holiday outfit absolutely slayed this year.)
- Spill the tea A good holiday gathering always brings the tea…the hot gossip or family lore that everyone talks about in secret.
- Bussin’ You know they love your holiday dish when they pay you this compliment. Bussin’ cookies are always a win.
- Unc Short for uncle, but most importantly someone who doesn’t have their thumb on the pulse of anything trending.
- .5 They love a .5 selfie held at a really high angle. You’ll look funny. You likely won’t get the appeal but please take the fun selfies with them. (You know you love capturing the moment.)
- Skincare experts! Take advantage and ask them about their skincare routine! They will have a laundry list of products, tips, and tricks to keep you looking young. (You’ll thank us for this one.)
This is the perfect time for AI to give you a short crash-course on the latest terms and abbreviations just so you aren’t caught off-guard. No need to be an expert – just be in the know. Send them the short text, ask them about themselves, but most importantly, be open. They are experiencing a much different world and childhood than previous generations grew up in, so give them some grace.
Elder Millennials and Gen X
Elder Millennials and Gen X thrive on nostalgia. These generations have bridged the gap between everyone having a landline, to dial-up internet, to the dawn of social media, to embracing AI. They love reminiscing on the past, reliving the “good old days,” and talking a subject to death.
- Break out the albums Dive into the old photo books together, text each other the cringe social media memories that keep popping up or go through the galleries of old photo dumps from a fun night out.
- GIFs not Gifts What better way to share your feelings or react than with a cringe GIF from our favorite pop culture moments?
- Get the party/trip out of the group chat Lead the charge in planning the IRL holiday party (AI is your best friend and assistant here. They are used to showing their parents how to use their phones, so this will be a breeze). This holiday party will fuel the conversations for the entire next year. Playing host will also give you some control over the “chaos.”
Baby Boomers and Beyond
Our older generations love to connect! From sending cards in the mail, to regular phone calls, to catching up with the grandkids on a video chat. They’ve been adopting technology from the start.
- Add them to the group chat – and don’t mute it This is a great way to keep them connected throughout the busy season. Share your favorite selfies, show them how to send funny GIFs, and get excited to see their favorite emojis and stickers.
- Capture the memories Ask them to tell their stories and record them. Take the selfies and group photos, record the content and share them on social media, keeping the family lore alive for another generation.
Connecting Changes Everything
This year keep the focus on what truly counts – connecting with loved ones. With AT&T, this is simple and seamless, from calling to texting to a heartfelt video call. Wherever the holidays take you, you’re never far from the people and moments that make the season special.
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