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In 2025, Woke culture has only been on an all time high so it’s important to recognize what really is woke and what is just simply common sense. If you dont know; the phrase woke means to be educated about the current issues of today.
Here are 11 things people think are woke that are actually just common sense:
1. Gen Z's economic struggles
2. Talking openly about mental health
3. Equal pay
4. Advocating for accessible education
5. The link between food and general health
6. Basic empathy
7. Family stalls and changing tables in men's restrooms
8. Taking time off from work
9. Embracing singlehood
10. Climate change activism