""You have this kind of alienation between the two generations. The younger ones are trying to get closer to nature, but in a way we might roll our eyes at.""
""They'll be in the Starbucks sitting right on the edge of the land, with the older generation still farming.""
Dali has emerged as a sanctuary for youth escaping the intense pressures of contemporary Chinese society. The phenomenon known as "tang ping" or "lying flat" reflects a rejection of the demanding 996 work culture. While many young individuals feel unable to fully disengage from this competitive environment, some have relocated to Dali. The contrast between younger urban transplants and older locals is notable, with younger generations seeking a closer connection to nature, often in ways that older residents find perplexing.
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