You think we are more patient now than earlier? What have you observed that informs this, as it would be interesting to see if I have recognized similar. However, I believe we are far less patient, especially when it comes to having to wait even short times for something we feel entitled to, like a page to load, or in traffic. Sense of entitlement is increasing also in my opinion - where people expect that they deserve something, even if they haven't worked for it, or have no control over it.