The phenomenon of "queuing fever" in the economic downturn has led to the question of why restaurants outside are still overcrowded and there are long queues everywhere in the context of economic downturn and consumption downgrade.
What kind of stories and values are hidden behind this seemingly contradictory phenomenon?
The people live on food. In recent years, many well-known restaurants and snack bars around the world have been operating quite amazingly: whether it is a high-end restaurant or a street stall, without exception, there is a queue for a table.
Sometimes, it is even necessary to make a reservation for several days in advance to have the opportunity to taste the food. This "queuing fever" seems to have become a social phenomenon, and some people even list it as a "must-have for punching in".
However, let's pause and think carefully about the reasons behind this phenomenon. Perhaps, "queuing fever" is not only the pursuit of food, but also the desire for quality life and social experience. In the context of economic recession, people's pursuit of material life has not weakened, but has become stronger. Therefore, waiting in line is not only for food, but also for spiritual satisfaction and identity.
On the other hand, it also reflects the importance of "experience consumption" in the current society. People are no longer paying more attention to the value of the product itself, but also to the experience and emotional resonance obtained in the purchase process. Waiting in line becomes a shared experience, a special social place where people can share each other's anticipation, enthusiasm and joy, which is a value in itself.
However, we cannot ignore the possible negative effects of this phenomenon. Waiting in line for a long time not only wastes a lot of time, but also may cause some unnecessary social problems, such as queue stampede, consumer anxiety, etc. At the same time, the excessive pursuit of queuing experience may also lead some merchants to take advantage of the situation, create false heat, and even cause market chaos.
Therefore, we need to think and reflect on this phenomenon. While enjoying the experience of queuing, we should also be rational and not be blinded by blind chasing. While pursuing quality life, we must consume rationally and cherish time.
Perhaps, the "queuing fever" is just a microcosm, and the deeper problems are worth digging into.