Imagine blending 2,500-year-old wisdom with TikTok trends . That’s exactly what young visionaries are doing at Nishan Forum, the birthplace of Confucius! In the latest Power of Youth+ episode, Gen Z guests from the Chinese mainland and Spain spill the tea
on how ancient philosophy fuels their modern lives.
From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Vibes
One Spanish attendee called Confucius' teachings \"the original life hack,\" while a Shanghai-based designer shared how #ChinaChic – think Hanfu streetwear and calligraphy-inspired tattoos – is going viral.
China-Chic Goes Global
What’s the hottest cultural crossover? Participants raved about tea ceremonies meeting third-wave coffee culture and AI apps teaching Analects quotes. As one speaker put it: \"We’re not preserving traditions – we’re remixing them.\"
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Live: Explore how modern youth bridge traditions at the Nishan Forum
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