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The discussion turns pragmatic as Neon and Geeky Sparkles examine the harsh realities of job insecurity present across all age groups. Neon emphasizes that the notion of “job security” ended long ago, with most workers experiencing layoffs, company closures, or rapid shifts in employment conditions. He recalls how, in earlier decades, a stable career was the norm, but that era has been replaced by constant flux, where job loyalty is rare and job-hopping is often a survival tactic.
Geeky Sparkles adds that workers today face increased surveillance, an erosion of benefits, and a lack of professional growth opportunities. This climate fosters despair and dissatisfaction, particularly among those under 25, who report soaring rates of poor mental health reflective of a wider cultural malaise.