The embrace of the term “xiexiu” among China’s youth signals disillusionment. A wobbly economy, rising housing costs and shaky job prospects have already made the path through adulthood more precarious. So why be bound by convention? https://t.co/MEpUz0CctLPhoto: Getty Images https://t.co/d0MA8Sdsds ...

Economic Disillusionment - Chinese youth embrace "xiexiu" (躺平, lying flat) indicating disillusionment with traditional paths [1] - A weak economy contributes to the sentiment of disillusionment [1] - Rising housing costs exacerbate the challenges faced by young adults [1] - Uncertain job prospects further fuel the desire to reject conventional norms [1] Social Impact - Young people are questioning the value of adhering to conventional expectations [1]