14 Everyday '80s Habits and Activities That Wouldn't Fly Today
14 Everyday '80s Habits and Activities That Wouldn't Fly Today
Biking Without Helmets
Burning Household Trash
Dialing Landline Memorized
Leaving Homes Unlocked
Leaving Kids Unattended
Licking Asbestos Toys
Manual Window Cranks
Paper Maps Only
Physical Bank Tellers
Playground Asphalt Hazards
Rounding in Truck Beds
Unrestrained Car Rides
Untamed Lawn Darts
Using Lead Paint
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The 1980s was a time of boldness, rapid technological change and a very laid-back attitude on personal safety. In reflection on the now "normal" routine of ordinary life, one could imagine that nothing was off-limits.Looking back, one might think there was nothing that couldn't be done that day; it seemed so ordinary back then. Changing attitudes, laws and growing consciousness of health and safety have completely altered the way we live our lives. Let's take a road trip into the 80's, and check out 15 common 80's habits that have disappeared from today's society.