A paragraph on the social platform sparked a heated discussion among netizens. **, a Guangxi boy greeted his relatives at the dinner table: "Auntie eat slowly, uncle eats slowly, Uncle Lu eats slowly, father-in-law eats slowly, third prince eats slowly, mother-in-law eats slowly, dad eats slowly, mom eats slowly, Aunt Lu eats slowly, and the fourth prince eats slowly." This seemingly ordinary greeting caused an unexpected response, ** received more than 200,000 likes and comments. What is it that makes netizens support this ** so wildly?
When I think back to my childhood, I feel like I have many familiar scenes in my mind. Every year during the Chinese New Year, when the family gathers for dinner, the interaction between the elders and the younger generations is always full of fun. The children sat at the table and enjoyed the food while greeting each elder in turn, and greetings such as "eat slowly" seemed to have become a regular ritual for the New Year. I don't know how many people have had the same experience.
This habit, called "chewing and swallowing slowly", is a very common social norm in Guangxi. In Guangxi, it is seen as a form of respect and concern for the younger generations to leave the table after eating to greet the elders. It seems that children have learned this norm and have become one of the hopes of adults.
However, some people believe that this habit is unfair to children and excessively restricts their behavior. Some parents even want their children to be happier and more comfortable at mealtimes, and no longer be subject to these constraints. However, the social environment and cultural practices often force children to follow these rules.
In the face of netizens' discussions about the phenomenon of "chewing and swallowing slowly", some people think that this is just an unreasonable joke by young people and feel that there is no need to care about this kind of constraint. However, there are also those who believe that this habit does have a necessity for its existence.
Those who support the habit of "chewing slowly" believe that it is a continuation of traditional culture and a way to pass on family customs and family virtues. Through this behavior, children develop a sense of respect and concern for their elders among their relatives, and also strengthen family cohesion.
Those who criticize argue that the habit restricts children's freedom and deprives them of the right to play. They believe that the inheritance of traditional culture should pay attention to the changes of the times and adapt to the needs of modern society in the process of preservation.
Thinking deeply about this issue, it is not difficult to find that this habit of "chewing and swallowing slowly" may bring a lot of inner pressure to children. In **, the boy says "eat slowly" to everyone, not only grandparents, but also other elders. With such a cumbersome etiquette, children may feel nervous and uneasy, fearing that they will miss someone.
This kind of involution seems to make the children become a little too reserved and rigorous. It seems that they are under an invisible pressure to constantly remind themselves to be careful. In fact, this kind of involution does not only appear in the custom of "eating slowly", there are many other traditional habits that also have a similar situation.
For children, visiting relatives is not only an exchange of red envelopes and gifts, but also a moment to build relationships with their elders. However, the norms of etiquette in the custom may have caused them more discomfort and stress.
I've personally had a similar experience. In my hometown, there is a similar norm of communication. Every Chinese New Year, we have to say hello to each elder, and every time we have to say everyone's title accurately and fluently. If you say someone wrong, you will be blamed and even scolded. All of this made me feel depressed and helpless, like being bound in a cage of rules.
So, I have some doubts about this custom and constraints. While the belief in respecting elders and caring for others is commendable, the necessity of copying these etiquette norms is debatable. We should respect children's feelings and needs and let them grow up in freedom and joy.
In the voice of the younger generation, we hear the hope of a freer and happier New Year. Let children be less constrained and more happy, perhaps we should think more about the problem. Let go of the traditional shackles, pay attention to the inner experience of children, and give them more choice and autonomy, so that they can truly enjoy the joy of the festival.
In the epilogue, the trouble brought by the custom of chewing and swallowing slowly to Guangxi boys and heated discussions among netizens reflected the contradiction between tradition and modernity, form and happiness. While we think about and pass on traditions, we also want to give more respect and care to children, so that they can grow up in happiness and freedom. Only by spending a good year in true happiness can we make traditional culture more charmingSummary: A phrase from a boy in Guangxi, "eat slowly", has aroused heated discussions and likes among netizens, reflecting the conflict of social customs and culture. Some people support this habit as a continuation of traditional culture and a way to bring families together, while others criticize it for restricting children's freedom and happiness too much. The pressure of involution faced by children has also become the focus of discussion. When thinking about the balance between tradition and modernity, we should pay attention to the feelings and needs of children, so that they can grow up in freedom and joy.