转自：CGTN （来源：CGTN） #2026马年春节#【如何成为中国人？从过节开始：墨西哥家庭如何过春节】喝热水，捧保温杯，煮养生 粥，练八段锦……最近"Becoming Chinese"（成为中国人）日趋成为海外网友们追捧的生活方式，大家 纷纷在社交平台宣告自己"进入了人生中非常中国的阶段"。那么国际友人们是怎样置办年货、装饰家 居、感受年味的呢？来自墨西哥的毛豆（Mauro Arturo Salazar Zavala）十分热爱中国文化。春节来临之 际，他特意前往当地华人超市置办年货，沉浸式感受节日氛围。火红的灯笼和马年挂饰将家里装点得喜 气洋洋，毛豆还为父母准备了厚厚的红包，一家人共同迎接农历新年的到来。让我们一起走进他的春节 故事吧！Drinking hot water, clutching thermos flasks, plumping for healthy porridge, practicing mindful movement with Baduanjin ... For anyone not living under a rock, the lifestyle trend of "Bec ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the phenomenon of "Becoming Chinese," a cultural trend where non-Chinese individuals in Western countries adopt aspects of Chinese culture, reflecting a shift in consumer sentiment and soft power dynamics [3][5][7]. Group 1: Cultural Adoption - The trend began around mid-2025, with individuals posting videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, claiming they are "becoming Chinese" by engaging in activities such as drinking hot water and practicing Tai Chi [3][4]. - This cultural shift has expanded from health practices to lifestyle and fashion, with Chinese brands promoting "Chinese style" to Western consumers [4][5]. Group 2: Social Media Influence - The closure of TikTok in the U.S. led some users to migrate to the Chinese app Xiaohongshu, which saw a significant increase in downloads, indicating a growing interest in Chinese content [6]. - The popularity of YouTube star IShowSpeed's trip to China, which garnered attention from millions, further fueled this cultural curiosity [6]. Group 3: Soft Power Dynamics - The rise of this "Chinese-ness" coincides with the economic decoupling between the U.S. and China, where China is increasingly viewed as a leader in certain sectors, contrasting with the U.S.'s perceived decline [7]. - The article notes the paradox of holding both anti-China and pro-China sentiments in the U.S., suggesting a complex relationship with Chinese culture and identity [7][8].