On December 25, on a bustling snack street in Guiyang, Guizhou, the appearance of a woman attracted everyone's attention. She was dressed in a kimono and was clearly a little out of place with her surroundings. This is not only because of the difference in clothing, but also because the kimono touched the sensitive nerves of some people. Immediately, an aunt who claimed to be a "common man of China" stepped forward and emotionally demanded that the woman take off her kimono and denounced her as a "traitor". This paragraph was uploaded to the Internet by netizens, which quickly sparked widespread discussion and attention.
When we look at this at the surface, it is easy to blame the aunt's behavior on prejudice against kimono or sensitivity to foreign things. But in depth, this actually reflects a deeper social problem: how to view and accept different cultures and costumes in the context of globalization?and how can we express ourselves rationally in the face of different opinions and behaviors?
First of all, we must acknowledge that clothing, as a part of culture, is an important manifestation of national identity. As one of the symbols of Japanese culture, the kimono has its own unique aesthetic and historical significance. But in a multicultural society, such differences often become a trigger for conflict. For those who have a negative view of the kimono, this discrepancy can be amplified into the infiltration and threat of "foreign powers". This is also the reason behind the aunt blurting out the word "traitor" in anger.
However, this view of simply treating different cultures and things as "hostile" is undoubtedly a manifestation of narrow-mindedness and bigotry. In today's globalized world, the exchange and integration of various cultures and ideas has become the norm. Rejecting and resisting external things will not only not help one's own progress, but may also lead oneself into a situation of resting on one's laurels. True cultural self-confidence should be open and inclusive, able to appreciate and learn from the strengths and essences of other cultures.
At the same time, we should also reflect on whether we are rational, respectful and understanding enough when we express our own opinions and opinionsIn this conflict between the aunt and the woman, although the aunt was emotional, the woman's reaction is also worth paying attention to. She did not choose to quarrel or confront her aunt, but silently took off her kimono. Although this move did not directly respond to the accusation of the aunt, it sent a clear message: I respect your opinion, but I also have the right to choose the clothes I like. In fact, this approach provides us with an example: when faced with different voices, we can choose to communicate calmly and rationally, rather than attacking each other with fierce words or actions. This kind of communication not only helps to solve problems, but also promotes social harmony and progress. To sum up, the incident on the streets of Guiyang is not simply a kimono issue, but involves multiple levels such as cultural identity, global concepts, and interpersonal skills. It reminds us of the importance of being open and inclusive in understanding and accepting different cultures and perspectivesAt the same time, when expressing one's own opinions, one should respect others and rationalize the flow. Only in this way can we truly integrate into this diverse and complex world and find our place and value in it. 2023 Post Sprint Competition