The "Strawberry generation" is a term used on those Taiwanese people born from 1980s onwards who "bruise easily".
The equivalent in the West I guess would be "Snowflake generation"?
I am not surprised.
This has happened before:
Its a bit like religion.
If you are a true believer, it does not bother you what the atheists or the scientific community say.
Those that get easily "triggered" are usually those who themselves have "doubts"... You know, the very "insecure" ones...
They desperately want to believe what they were told were true.
And no, FIRE is not mainstream.
At best, its a cult; similar to the crypto community.
Where got mainstream religions get "excited" by some article mentioning your "religion"?
But if you belong to a cult, of course you'll be delighted! You are the one seeking affirmation and acceptance from anyone and everyone...
Would FIRE ever get mainstream acceptance?
Well, do you think big daddy will support FIRE? (Get ready for more foreign talents!)
If your graduating children tell you they are seeking FIRE at 35, would you jump with joy at their "enlightenment"; or be worried sick what thinking them?
How about you found out your dating partner is on the FIRE bandwagon, would you continue dating them as marriage potential?
Imagine your significant other suddenly declare themselves on FIRE in their 40s, do you first suspect they are undergoing their mid-life crisis? Just using FIRE as cover? You know, seeking FIRE to "escape"...
Or do you wholeheartedly support?
"No problem dear. You can stay home while I work. My solo income is enough to support you on FIRE."
My take?
Hungry eat; tired rest.
If you feel full, stop eating. Simple as that!
I'm on the camp that believes its better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission. Wink.
And nobody cares about you!
You rich what has that got to do with me? (Unless you want to share your wealth with me)
You penniless why should I care? (Provided you don't expect me to subsidise you)
One thing its clear.
Strawberries can't take a poke.
LOL!
