Speaking "lightly": "received" and "good" in the chat are the norm, and "then forget it" is the verbal language;
Social "light": maintaining relationships depends on fate, social communication depends on drifting bottles, and a little light affection is maintained;
Love is "faint": it is okay to talk about it or not, and you can live alone.
Following the "crazy literature", "light learning" and "light people" have become new Internet hotspots, and topics related to "light syndrome" often appear on the Internet hot search, causing heated discussions among the majority of netizens.
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So, what is "light learning"? Why has "faint syndrome" become a common and popular mental state among young people today?
What is "light learning"?
The so-called "light learning" can be simply summarized as keeping the mood flat no matter what you face, not getting angry or crazy, "tasting the process", and "okay, it doesn't matter" to the result - "let everything be light" has even become a life declaration.
There are many "light people" in the workplace. They live lightly: they show an attitude that is neither aggressive nor passive, and is vividly described as "lying and lying uneven, swinging and not rotting". In the face of these external stimuli, the "light people" seem to have established a solid barrier in their hearts, and these fluctuations cannot touch the depths of their emotions, and they can also deal with any form of praise or blame. Because for a light person, not every conflict at work is worth investing emotionally, and not every pressure needs to be responded to with tension.
Proponents of "light learning" emphasize the philosophy of life as they come along, accept the ordinariness of life, do not crave too much stimulation and change, and maintain their basic survival motivation in the daily chores. They don't enter into a relationship unless they have to, and even in intimate relationships they don't fight, don't force, don't retain. In the face of some bloody episodes in love life, you can still behave as usual, as if nothing happened - this is recognized by many people as a compulsory course as a "light person".
Some people attribute part of the reason for the popularity of "light learning" to the various pressures faced by young people, such as school, work, interpersonal relationships, etc. From this point of view, choosing to reduce the burden of the spirit and simplify the desire is a self-healing prescription for "light people" to relieve stress, dissipate internal friction, and accumulate energy. Many young people take the initiative to become "light people", in fact, they want to choose an attitude towards life - lower expectations to protect themselves from emotional damage, shape a stable and peaceful spiritual world by adjusting their own thresholds, and deal with all kinds of uncertainties they may encounter with a calm attitude.
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"Learning" is not a spiritual paradise
"Light learning" sounds very comfortable, but it is not as safe as young people think, because "light" itself is an indescribable and difficult to define state, and although each "light person" has common characteristics, it has very different qualities, personalities and motivations.
There are concerns that "light learning" may reflect a tendency towards social avoidance. In Introduction to Sociology (Sun Wen), the author mentions that when individuals are faced with social pressures that they cannot cope with, they may choose to avoid social responsibilities and obligations in order to seek inner peace. However, this avoidance behavior can lead to the deterioration of social functioning and even affect the individual's social adaptability. In the view of cultural psychologists, when individuals are unable to adapt to or identify with the dominant culture, cultural dissonance may occur, which in turn can lead to psychological problems. For young people, the excessive pursuit of "light" can mean that they have developed a sense of alienation from mainstream culture or societal expectations.
The indifferent attitude advocated by "light learning" may lead to the inhibition of individual emotional expression. Emotional expression is an important part of an individual's mental health, helping to build and maintain interpersonal relationships, as well as helping individuals deal effectively with inner conflicts. However, when individuals excessively pursue "lightness" and deliberately suppress or ignore their emotions, it may lead to hindered expression of emotions, which increases the risk of psychological stress and emotional problems. This affective inhibition can lead to emotional alienation and communication disorders, which in turn can affect an individual's mental health and social functioning.
The pursuit of the dullness of life implied by "light learning" may lead to a lack of motivation on the part of individuals. Motivation is a key factor in an individual's behavior and goal orientation, which stimulates an individual's motivation and creativity. However, when individuals pursue "light" excessively and lose their enthusiasm and pursuit of life, it may lead to a decrease in motivation levels and a lack of positive motivation and goals. This lack of motivation can lead to psychological stagnation and developmental limitations in the individual, increasing the risk of developing psychological problems.
In addition, "light learning" may exacerbate the individual's avoidance psychology. Avoidance is a psychological tendency of individuals to choose to avoid or escape reality when faced with pressure, difficulties or challenges. The "indifferent" attitude advocated by "light learning" may make it easier for individuals to choose to escape and avoid facing problems in reality. This avoidance can lead to an individual's inability to cope effectively with life's challenges, which in turn exacerbates psychological problems such as anxiety and depression.
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Often the mood is too "light"
Be alert to pathological factors
When emotions are no longer an occasional phenomenon, but become a constant and difficult to change normal, it is necessary to start taking this situation seriously and delve into the reasons that may be hidden behind it; It is necessary to distinguish whether this apathy is an adaptation and self-regulation of a positive orientation, or an outward manifestation of some pathological problem.
1. Depression is a typical representative of this. In the clinical diagnosis of depression, patients often show symptoms such as apathy, loss of interest, and loss of enthusiasm for life. Behind these symptoms, there is actually an imbalance of neurotransmitters in their brains. Changes in the levels of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin in the brain directly affect a person's mood and mood. When levels of these neurotransmitters are abnormal, it can lead to impaired emotion regulation, which can lead to apathy.
2. Patients with some personality disorders may lack emotional experience and expression for a long time, and be slow to respond to emotional stimuli in daily life. Or even if emotions are experienced, it is difficult to express them in words or other means. On the surface, this kind of apathy meets the criteria of a "light person", but in fact, the long-term apathy not only affects their social functioning, but can also lead to a gradual increase in isolation and social barriers in daily life.
3. We also can't ignore the impact of physical illness on emotional state. Some disorders involving the nervous system, such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis, can damage areas of the brain that are involved in emotion regulation, resulting in reduced emotional responses. In addition, disorders of the endocrine system, such as thyroid dysfunction, are often associated with mood swings or apathy. An imbalance in hormone levels can have a profound impact on a person's emotional experience, making them feel emotionally numb or unmotivated in their daily lives.
4. In addition, there are some biological factors, genetic factors, environmental factors, etc., which may also be related to emotional apathy. For example, certain brain injuries or diseases can cause damage to emotion-related areas of the brain, leading to apathy. Alternatively, prolonged stress, traumatic experiences can also lead to an individual's numb response to external stimuli.
Therefore, before deciding to be a "light person", it is necessary to ensure that you are a mentally and psychologically healthy person: learn to be aware of and take care of your emotions, learn emotional regulation skills, and establish a social support system. On this basis, if you look at the waves in life "lightly", you can find positive factors in the simple daily life, and retain a quiet and happy self in the complex world.
Source: Popular Science China