Echoes of Christmas: The Transformation of Western Festivals in China in the Context of Globalization
As the tide of globalization sweeps across the globe, our lives become more and more colorful. Western festivals, such as Easter, Thanksgiving, White Day, etc., have gradually integrated into our daily life, and we have become foreign.
However, when we ushered in the annual Christmas again, we found that this once lively holiday seemed to have become deserted. Why is there no movement this year, surprisingly deserted, why is this?
1. Acculturation and Conflict
First of all, the acculturation and conflict brought about by globalization are one of the reasons for this phenomenon. With the introduction of Western festivals, many Chinese began to try to embrace and celebrate these festivals. However, due to differences in cultural backgrounds, their understanding and celebration of these festivals may differ from those in Western countries. This conflict in the acculturation process can lead to a sense of alienation from Western festivals and thus choose not to participate or treat them coldly.
2. Adhere to traditional festivals
At the same time, traditional festivals in China still have a strong influence. Important festivals such as the Spring Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival have an unshakable status in the hearts of Chinese. These festivals have a deep historical and cultural background and rich folk activities, which make people more inclined to stick to and inherit their traditional festivals. Our patriotism is growing, and in the face of the onslaught of Western holidays, most people choose to stick to their traditions, and thus lose their enthusiasm for Christmas.
3. Lifestyle changes
In addition, with the acceleration of urbanization and the popularization of modern lifestyles, people's lives are becoming faster and more stressful. Many people are too busy with work and Xi to participate in or organize celebrations. In addition, the proliferation of modern communication technology has also made it possible for people to celebrate the festival through the Internet and mobile phones, without the need for face-to-face communication. This change in lifestyle may also lead to a lukewarm attitude towards Christmas.
4. The influence of religious beliefs
Finally, the reason why some people may have a lukewarm attitude towards Christmas is because of their religious beliefs. For some people who believe in Christianity or have a Christian background, Christmas has a special meaning for them. However, for others, they may not see Christmas as directly related to their beliefs, and therefore may have a colder attitude towards the holiday.
In summary, the phenomenon of Christmas desertion is the result of a combination of factors such as acculcation and conflict, the persistence of traditional festivals, changes in lifestyles, and religious beliefs. In the face of the multicultural impact brought about by globalization, we should respect and accept different cultural Xi, while maintaining the persistence and inheritance of traditional festivals to maintain our cultural diversity and uniqueness.