Xi Jinping crackdowns look to whip China's 'lying flat' youth into shape

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a satirical image of what passes for an ideal youth in today's China. "The socialist successor of the new era does not attend after-school tutoring, does not play video games, does not chase celebrities," said the post, which was shared widely before it was censored."

The description highlights how Mr Xi's push for "common prosperity" and wealth redistribution is about more than just reining in tech billionaires: The flurry of rules and state-media missives targeting industries from after-school tutoring to online gaming and entertainment are also aimed at ensuring the younger generation - some of whom are starting to embrace a minimalist lifestyle known as "lying flat" or tangping - turns into motivated, patriotic and productive workers.

Overwhelming pressure to study and work nonstop is prompting some youth to join the "lying flat" movement, essentially opting out of the rat race and instead adopting a simple lifestyle with attainable goals.