The word "857" is popular among young people, and its meaning is actually very simple: party in a bar or nightclub from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., seven days a week, and immerse yourself in the lights and lights without interruption.
This lifestyle is full of temptations for many young people, and with psychedelic lights and deafening music, they can temporarily escape the stress of reality, forget all their worries and get a brief pleasure.
However, you can't afford the price of staying up late for a long time to drink and indulge in lust!
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21-year-old Xiaolu was originally an ordinary migrant worker, and her life was dull and monotonous. However, the long-term depression made her gradually yearn for the "857" life.
At first, Xiaolu only occasionally used alcohol to relieve her mood after work.
But as time went on, she gradually indulged in it and began a crazy "857" life.
Xiaolu would show up at the bar on time every night, immersed in the lights.
At the craziest time, she lived a life of working during the day and partying at night for a month.
In the bar, she felt relieved by the energetic music and dancing, as if all her worries had disappeared.
However, this seemingly beautiful lifestyle soon took a serious toll on Xiaolu's body.
She often felt unwell, but due to her young age, she did not pay attention to it.
Until one day, Xiaolu suddenly had unbearable abdominal pain, so she hurriedly sought medical attention.
The doctor's diagnosis was shocking: Xiaolu's intestines had begun to fester. Long-term irregular life and excessive alcohol consumption have left her stomach full of holes.
Although Xiaolu followed the doctor's instructions for treatment and hoped to recover her health, it was too late.
After a month of rescue, Xiaolu finally died of illness at the age of 21.
Xiaolu's tragedy is just the tip of the iceberg.
In a well-known nightclub, there were three sudden deaths in a week, the oldest of whom was only 26 years old, and the youngest was just over 18 years old.
According to eyewitness accounts, on the night of the incident, the three young men were extremely excited, drinking and dancing incessantly, as if to release all the energy of their bodies.
However, just as the reached its climax, they collapsed one after another, and although they were immediately taken to the hospital, they were not able to be resuscitated.
Doctors diagnosed that all three had cardiac arrest caused by staying up late for a long time, excessive alcohol consumption and strenuous exercise.
These shocking cases all warn us of the dangers of "857" culture.
So, what makes the "857" culture so appealing to young people?
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First, it provides an escape from the stresses of reality. Under the influence of alcohol and music, young people can temporarily forget about the troubles of work and life and gain a temporary sense of relief.
Secondly, "857" is seen by some as a sign of "success". They believe that being able to stay up all night and still work normally is a manifestation of their ability.
In addition, the boost of social media cannot be ignored. On major platforms, topics such as "nightlife" and "bundi" have been hot searches all year round, creating an atmosphere of "OUT if you don't play".
The prevalence of "857" culture is actually a concentrated outbreak of social dilemmas. Huge social pressure is the driving force, and in this era of serious involution, young people are facing unprecedented competitive pressure.
"985" and "996" have become the norm, but they still have to face the reality of high housing prices and low salaries.
In this case, "having fun in time" has become a helpless choice for many people.
At the same time, the collapse of traditional values is also an important factor.
In a rapidly changing society, many young people have lost their spiritual sustenance, and the traditional concepts of "study hard" and "work hard" have lost their meaning in their eyes.
What is more vigilant is that there is a huge industrial chain hidden behind the "857" culture.
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Various refreshing drugs are popular among young people, and some are even contraband.
"As long as it keeps me playing, I can try anything." So says a young man who frequents nightclubs.
Some criminals have begun to take advantage of this psychology of young people and add illegal drugs to alcohol.
After a night of partying, you wake up not only with a hangover, but with unbearable consequences.
The "857" culture has taken a serious toll on the health of young people.
Endocrine disorders, decreased immunity caused by frequent late nights, liver damage caused by excessive drinking, and hearing damage caused by long-term exposure to high decibel environments are all the price that young people pay for "857".
In 2003, a teenage girl in Guangdong would go to a nightclub almost every night and dance wildly under the twinkling lights.
Over time, she began to experience eye discomfort and her vision gradually deteriorated.
Even in the end, the retina detached due to long-term jumping.
Coincidentally, in 2021, a 25-year-old girl in Hangzhou eventually became deaf because she had been in a nightclub for a long time.
The girl has been passionate about the "857" life since college and goes to nightclubs almost every weekend.
At first, she just felt tinnitus, but she didn't care. Over time, her hearing gradually deteriorated, until she woke up one day to find that she could barely hear anything.
After a detailed examination, doctors found that her inner ear had been severely damaged, which was the result of long-term exposure to high decibels.
Although she was able to partially recover her hearing through treatment, her hearing was never restored to its previous level.
These cases all warn us of the dangers of the "857" culture.
What's even more terrifying is that this way of life is quietly changing young people's values and outlook on life.
They see overdraft health as glory and self-destruction as a medal.
"It's better to die anyway, it's better to have fun in time", this kind of distorted values is eroding the three views of the younger generation.
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In the face of such a dilemma, we need to find a healthier and more positive way to release stress.
Exercise is a great option, whether it's running, swimming, or playing ball, it can effectively relieve stress and strengthen your physique at the same time.
Reading is also a great way to relax, allowing us to escape from reality and enter another world while increasing our knowledge.
In addition, cultivating hobbies such as painting, music, cooking, etc., can also enrich your life.
Spending time with friends and family is also a great way to relieve stress. A cozy family dinner, or an outing with friends, can make us feel the beauty of life.
Meditation and yoga are also great options to help calm our minds and relieve stress. Travel, on the other hand, allows us to take a break from the stresses of everyday life, enjoy different landscapes and experience different cultures.
epilogue
Life is our most precious asset, and health is the cornerstone of enjoying life.
Xiaolu's tragedy and the stories of young people who have been victims of the "857" culture are all reminders of the importance of health.
As the old saying goes: "The body is the capital of the revolution", only with a healthy body can we go further on the road of life and realize our dreams.
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China.com October 31, 2023 - A 21-year-old Changsha girl "857" seven times a week, her intestines are rotten: don't indulge, it's really going to be fatal