"Becoming Chinese" is a global cultural trend that started on TikTok in 2025, started by Chinese-American creator Zhu Xirui (known as "Chinese Cousin").

The trend involves people around the world adopting simple, healthy Chinese daily habits like drinking hot water, wearing indoor slippers, soaking your feet before bed, eating congee for breakfast, and cooking more vegetables.

It's become popular because it's not about "becoming Chinese" in an ethnic sense - it's about adopting practical daily habits that make you feel healthier and more comfortable. The movement emphasizes that these are just everyday practices that anyone can try, regardless of who you are.