work culture
work culture
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From '996 Is a Blessing' to 'Wanna Escape': Worker Sentiment in Digital Humor
Explore how Chinese workers use digital humor to resist 996 work culture, from viral memes to the 'Wanna Escape' movement—blending satire, data, and social change.
2025-10-07
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The Rise of 'Lying Flat' Memes and What They Reveal About Youth Burnout
Explore how 'lying flat' memes reflect deep youth burnout in China and beyond, backed by data and cultural insight.
2025-10-07
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How 'Neijuan' Became the Buzzword Defining Modern Chinese Work Culture
Explore how 'neijuan' became a defining term in modern Chinese work culture, reflecting intense workplace competition and the rise of the 'lying flat' movement.
2025-10-07
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Neijuan Nation: Why Chinese Youth Are Trapped in Self-Eating Competition
Explore the phenomenon of neijuan in China—how intense competition is leading to burnout among youth, backed by data and cultural insights.
2025-10-06
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Why 'Tang Ping' Went Global: The Philosophy Behind China’s Anti-Hustle Movement
Explore how China's 'tang ping' or 'lying flat' movement evolved into a global symbol of resistance against burnout and hustle culture, blending philosophy, youth discontent, and modern minimalism.
2025-10-06
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Inside China's 'Involution' Crisis: How Young People Are Coping with Social Pressure
Explore how China's youth are battling the 'involution' crisis—from relentless competition to the rise of 'lying flat.' Data-driven insights and real stories reveal a generation redefining success.
2025-10-06
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The Rise of 'Lying Flat': Understanding China's Youth Rebellion Against Overwork
Explore the rise of China's 'lying flat' movement, where young people reject overwork and societal pressure. Learn the causes, data, and cultural impact of this quiet rebellion.
2025-10-06
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‘996’ to ‘Wanna Lie Down’: Tracing the Backlash Against Workaholism Through Online Buzzwords
Explore how Chinese netizens use terms like '996' and 'tang ping' to resist workaholism, signaling a cultural shift toward well-being and self-redefinition.
2025-10-06
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Beyond the Headlines: The Social Roots of 'Involution' in Chinese Society
Explore the deep social roots of 'involution' in China, from education to workplace stress, backed by data and real-life insights.
2025-10-06
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The Semiotics of ‘Buddha-like’ (Fojing) and Its Impact on Work Ethic Narratives
Explore how the 'Buddha-like' (Fojing) mindset challenges traditional work ethics through cultural symbolism and quiet resistance in modern society.
2025-10-04
