New research published in BMC Psychology sheds light on the "lying flat" lifestyle movement and its relationship to attitudes towards being single. The findings indicate that young adults who have a positive view of the lifestyle, which emphasizes relaxation and avoiding excessive work or societal pressure, also believe that they can find happiness through various sources other than romantic relationships. The results suggest that there might be a growing trend among young people to choose the single lifestyle in the future. ...

Lying flatism is a trending philosophy that has emerged in China and is practiced by young adults who choose to live a minimalist lifestyle and reject the pressures of society. Lying flatists refuse to participate in consumerist lifestyles, such as pursuing high-paying jobs, purchasing material possessions, getting married, or having children. They believe that personal efforts are no longer effective in improving their lives due to structural and societal factors.

  •  azureeight   ( @azureeight@beehaw.org ) English
    11•1 year ago

    I had heard of lying flatism vaugely and I think a lot of people I know live this way, if they don’t specifically label it. I’m partnered up, but it’s more that it’s cheaper for us all to live together and we get along than some drive to pair up in the normal sense. It’s living in a ‘city is expensive and we like each other enough to share a small space’.

    They believe that personal efforts are no longer effective in improving their lives due to structural and societal factors.

    I mean, yeah. Yeah I can feel that. 😩