By ShonSpeaks
Ah, the age-old tradition of... bed rotting? Yes, you read that right. Forget meditation retreats, detoxing from technology, or finding one’s self in the solitude of the mountains. Our good old friend, the internet, has introduced a revolutionary form of "self-care." One that doesn't require a juice cleanse or a yoga pose, but rather, indulging in the art of, well, doing absolutely nothing in bed. And the twist? Some are saying it's not as lazy as it sounds.
So, what’s the grand plan? Lay in bed, give your TV remote or smartphone a workout, stream until your heart's content, and intersperse it with bouts of sleep or relaxation. Talk about a rigorous routine, right?
One riveting TikTok video, featuring a young woman, her cozy sweater, and an all-too-involved calico cat, imparts the wisdom of the ages: “Soft living” is the future. “It’s intentional,” she emphasizes. And before you scoff, ponder this: A PhD candidate specializing in sleep science (imagine the lullabies at her house), Vanessa Hill, is championing this cause with the might of science backing it up. Because, after all, why aim for productivity when you can “waste away under a blanket” and call it the high life?
However, it's not all rosy in the world of bed rotting. Dr. Emily Mudd, a child psychologist, raises a discerning eyebrow, pointing out that if your go-to coping mechanism is diving headfirst into your mattress to escape life’s challenges or dodge social interactions, then maybe, just maybe, there's a bigger issue at play. Shocking, right?
Mudd notes that while the siren call of a day off to rest one's weary mind can be alluring (especially for those feeling the brunt of today’s relentless productivity drive), using "bed rotting" as an exclusive stress-reliever might not be ideal. After all, humans – and especially children – are rather complicated beings. They need social interaction, academic stimulation, and a myriad of experiences to develop emotionally, cognitively, and socially.
While the trend may be enticing, it also nudges at a larger question: Why have we constructed a world so stress-inducing that "bed rotting" becomes appealing? Isn’t it an alarming testament to the state of our societal pressures? Perhaps, instead of diving under our duvets, it's time to reimagine the systems we've set up that push people to such lengths for respite.
For the concerned parents out there, keep a watchful eye. If your child is becoming a bed-rotting aficionado, it might be more than a trend-following phase. Seeking professional guidance isn’t an overreaction but a proactive step in ensuring mental well-being.
In the end, while "bed rotting" might offer a temporary escape, it's worth asking: Is it the antidote we need, or is it merely a symptom of a society that's desperately calling for a change?
Only time will tell.
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La Shon Y. Fleming Bruce a/k/a SHONSPEAKS is a writer and mental wealth coach for those who are experiencing overwhelm, anxious, depressed, or feeling displaced in a world growing in artificial intelligence and are ready to break the chains of the poverty mindset and limitations caused by religious, social and political ideology. I am also a certified brain health specialist and lead creator of https://shonspeaks.org I am also a lawyer and managing member of The Fleming-Bruce Law Firm, P.L.L.C. If you want to check out more of my writings and other videos that may not be released on this site, go over to my website at https://shonspeaks.org
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