Pickier, less aggressive workforces are threatening productivity and economic momentum in both of the world’s top economic powers while putting pressure on public welfare, with China’s so-called lying flat movement and gap years in the United States becoming new norms.
“Life is only just so long and I’m in my youth now, so I want to enjoy this beautiful, optimal time,” said 24-year-old Li Jincheng, who identifies with lying flat – striving only for what is essential for survival and focusing on life’s daily pleasures.
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