Introduction: During the Spring Festival, it is a tradition to go to relatives to give gifts, but some people mentioned that "three relatives do not leave, two gifts do not return", is there any reason for this? Let's take a deep dive into the connotation of "3 relatives and 2 gifts", and see how to choose relatives to visit and respond with gifts at this festive moment, so as to get along in a more reasonable and pleasant way to get along during the Spring Festival.
3. Kiss and don't go].
The first type of kinship: estranged blood ties. There are many fates in life, and the relationship between relatives will also be very different. Some relatives, despite being related by blood, find it difficult to close the distance due to personality and other reasons. In this season of farewell and welcome the new, if you visit such relatives, it may seem a little stiff and ruin the pleasant atmosphere. Therefore, "three relatives do not leave" may remind us to choose those relatives who can truly resonate.
The second kind of relative: the snobbish eye. In the midst of the lively family affection, there may be some relatives who only value social status and wealth. If you're not in a particularly privileged situation, you may feel some apathy. Instead of spending time with such relatives, choose to spend a happy time with relatives who treat them sincerely. Therefore, "three relatives do not leave" is also a wise choice for interpersonal relationships.
The third type of relative: gossip. Chinese New Year should be a time of reunion and joy, and some relatives who like to talk about right and wrong behind their backs can bring embarrassment and conflict. In order not to disturb the harmony of other relatives, the choice not to move around such relatives may be to keep the festival relaxed and cheerful. Therefore, "three relatives do not leave" can also be understood as a kind of protection for interpersonal relationships.
2. No return of courtesy].
In Chinese culture, the elders generally do not expect to return gifts for the younger generations to their elders. It's a way of showing filial piety, and the gift isn't about asking for something in return. For gifts between peers or friends, the return gift is generally an even number, also known as a "pressure gift". However, in exceptional cases, if the number of gifts given is singular, according to traditional customs, there is no need to return the gift. This shows the tolerant attitude towards giving back gifts in Chinese culture.
In this joyous occasion, whether it is visiting relatives or giving gifts, it is aimed at enhancing family friendship and promoting traditional culture. However, when choosing relatives to visit and give back gifts, we may need to weigh more rationally, maintain a sincere attitude, and share a warm and beautiful Chinese New Year with those relatives who are truly related to us and celebrate the holiday together. Let's cherish the time we spend with our loved ones, deeply experience the charm of traditional culture, and live a New Year full of warmth and joy.
In general, in this Spring Festival, we might as well treat the tradition of visiting relatives and giving gifts with a more rational and sincere attitude. Selecting relatives to visit and choosing those relatives who resonate with them and make people feel happy will contribute more to the depth and quality of family affection. And when giving gifts, you don't have to pursue expensive, but also look at the meaning of the gift, and the gift that goes to the heart is really touching people's hearts.
At the same time, let us maintain a peaceful and tolerant heart during this Spring Festival, not to be too rigid in traditional etiquette, but also to understand everyone's differences and special circumstances. Human interactions are complex and varied, and sometimes it's easier to feel relaxed and enjoyable by letting go of unnecessary etiquette rules.
Finally, I hope that everyone can not only gather together and spend a good time together during this Spring Festival, but also feel the charm of traditional culture with their hearts. Let every hug of family affection be warm and sincere, and let every gift carry deep blessings. May the New Year bring you good luck, happiness and harmony, and let us welcome the New Year full of hope and longing together. In this Chinese New Year, let's join hands to usher in a better future!