Viral 'Stop Banana green' Trend that Chinese Employees are Using to Fight Work Stress
In the fast-paced world of modern work, stress relief has taken many forms, from fidget spinners to meditation apps. Yet, in China, young professionals have embraced an unconventional desk companion to combat their daily stress: the banana plant. This unique trend, known as "stop banana green" (ting zhi jiao lu in Mandarin, translating to "stop anxiety"), involves growing bananas right at their workstations. The trend, first reported by the South China Morning Post, has gained significant traction on Xiaohongshu, a Chinese social media platform akin to Instagram. With over 22,000 likes, the banana-growing craze is more than a mere novelty. Workers start by purchasing green bananas with their stems still attached, placing them in water-filled vases. Over a week, these bananas slowly ripen from green to a cheerful yellow, providing a soothing and visually satisfying activity amidst work pressures. The slow, steady ripening process serves as a metaphor f...
