AI Overview
The "back in my day" meme uses the phrase to humorously or critically contrast past experiences with the present, often implying things were tougher, simpler, or better "back then," typically used by older generations to reminisce or gently scold younger ones for complaining about minor issues, or to highlight generational differences in technology, culture, or hardship. It's a nostalgic, sometimes exaggerated, way to say "things were different (and often harder) in the past," creating relatable (or eye-rolling) content.