Literal Translation: The years are quiet and good
Actual Meaning: Living in blissful, sheltered ignorance of harsh societal realities (often followed by: 'Someone else is carrying your burden').
Western Meme Parallel: Sheltered naivety / Toxic positivity / Willful ignorance
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Originally poetic words by Eileen Chang, adopted by middle-class aspirational aesthetics before being scrutinized by realists.
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