During the 1960s, a group of youths rejected mainstream culture as overly competitive, self-centered, and materialistic. Instead, hippies and other groups favored a cooperative lifestyle in which, 'being' was more important than 'doing,' and the capacity for personal growth or 'expanded consciousness' was prized over material possessions like homes and cars. Such differences led some people to 'drop out' of the larger society. What would this group of youths be considered?

Cultural traditionalists are individuals or groups that adhere to established customs, beliefs, and practices, often resisting change or innovation. The youths in question actively opposed traditional cultural norms, thereby positioning themselves outside of this classification, which emphasizes continuity rather than change.

Popular culture encompasses mainstream trends, fads, and practices that are widely accepted and consumed by the general population. The 1960s youth movement rejected the prevailing popular culture of the time, seeking instead to create a distinct identity that diverged from commonly accepted norms and values.

While the youth movement had elements of social change, the term revolutionary typically implies a desire to overthrow existing political systems or structures. The group in question was more focused on lifestyle changes and personal growth rather than seeking to enact political upheaval, making this label less applicable.