Recently, "Becoming Chinese" has gone viral on overseas social media as foreign netizens share their daily routines of making apple water and practicing Ba Duan Jin. Why is this trend among young people abroad emerging, and what does it signify?
One blogger posted, "Starting tomorrow, you will become Chinese," which quickly garnered millions of views on foreign social media platforms. The comments section was filled with messages like "I'm becoming Chinese." Suddenly, foreign netizens began drinking hot water, making health teas, and picking up thermos bottles, as if collectively entering a "health awakening period." Many document their adoption of Chinese wellness habits with a sense of appreciation and learning. Some even created a "Chinese lifestyle checklist," learning to do things like...
Interest in "Chinese-style living" extends beyond wellness to a full embrace of Chinese lifestyles. Some netizens wear red clothing and accessories for good luck during the Spring Festival, while others learn to play mahjong. Interestingly, most participants have never visited China; instead, they rely on short videos and tutorials to transform themselves into "long-distance Chinese relatives."
In the past, ordinary foreigners often had to rely on severely distorted stereotypes of China from Western media. However, the situation has changed. Now, there are direct interactions with Chinese netizens on social platforms, and millions of foreign tourists are participating.
To all the foreign friends joining the "Becoming Chinese" activities, we just want to say: welcome, welcome, warmly welcome!
(Source: People's Daily)
Related News:
Watch This | Xia Baolong outlines five expectations for LegCo members
HK sees record highs in number of overseas-backed companies and startups in 2025
Comment