| In 2021,the article "lying flat is justice" swept the internet and major social media platforms.The term "lying flat" was selected as one of the top ten new internet buzzwords of 2021 and quickly became a new popular subculture phenomenon,generating significant influence and attention from both the public and academia.As a popular youth subculture of the internet age,the "lying flat" phenomenon reflects the awkward living conditions and practical demands of contemporary youth,and has become an important indicator for understanding the inner thoughts of the young generation during this transitional period in society.Within internet subcultures,the youth phenomenon of "lying flat" has distinct internet characteristics and a sense of the times."Lying flat" mainly appropriates mainstream culture and reprocesses it into a "lying flat" style of symbolism.As a progressive behavior towards identifying with a "Buddhist-style" lifestyle,it reflects a mild resistance to consumerism through low-desire consumption.The "lying flat" group mainly resists through constructing style and ritual,in pursuit of identity recognition.The popularity of "lying flat" culture has also led to marketing of related merchandise,extending the symbolism of "lying flat" from online to offline,and accumulating cultural capital.However,like all subcultures,"lying flat" culture is also subject to mainstream culture’s absorption,with two forms of mainstream cultural absorption: ideological absorption and commodification.In terms of ideological absorption,mainstream media exaggerates its negative effects,distorts its value orientation,and weakens the resistance of the "lying flat" group.In terms of commodification,the subculture,through the process of approaching the masses through symbolic merchandise,dilutes its heterogeneity and gradually transforms into a popular symbol of consumerism,eroding the initial resistance style.As a "safety valve" for young people,the phenomenon of "lying flat" has the function of releasing pressure and avoiding social conflict.However,we also need to be vigilant about the values behind "lying flat" to prevent young people from becoming lost in pessimism,nihilism,and cynicism.This requires the government to start from the aspects of the economic environment,social security,education and training,and housing needs,to eliminate barriers for young people,create more opportunities and resources,and enhance their competitiveness and innovation spirit.The media should not only strengthen positive guidance,but also adhere to the principles of objectivity,truthfulness,and fairness,providing accurate,authoritative,and credible information to the public,allowing the public to understand the meaning behind the phenomenon of "lying flat," with the focus on solving problems rather than criticizing.Education should adhere to the educational concept of "holistic education",focusing on the comprehensive development of students,not only cultivating their knowledge and skills,but also paying attention to the cultivation of their moral character,emotions,attitudes,and other aspects.At the same time,young individuals should also treat the cultural trend of "lying flat" rationally,analyze and deal with it according to their specific situations and backgrounds,continuously seek effective solutions and ways,actively seek social support and help,and establish correct outlooks on life and values. |
