躺平

Meaning

In "躺平" (lying flat), "躺" is a human action, "平" modifies the lying posture - clearly action-oriented. In "摆烂" (giving up), "摆" is also action, but "烂" is an adjective turned noun, more abstract. "平" is visible, but "烂" is a collection of negative emotions - "摆烂" is more psychological. As a lying flat enthusiast, I don't think lying flat is as negative as giving up. Rather, lying flat expresses love for life - time to feel one's tired soul in busy reality. Some love life like fire, burning intensely; lying flat enthusiasts flow slowly like water.