Relaxing ColorWalk takes social media by storm

A new trend of young people battling stress by rediscovering beauty in their surroundings is sweeping through Chinese social media, amassing millions of views on platforms such as Douyin and Xiaohongshu.

ColorWalk, as it is called, involves participants selecting a specific color theme before heading out and then documenting everything that matches the chosen shade during a leisurely stroll through a neighborhood, or even during daily commuting.

Yang Zheng, 29, who works in the publishing industry in Qingdao, Shandong province, said the idea of ColorWalk had thrilling resonance when she first came across it on Douyin. "Whether one is experiencing cultural settings or passing through natural scenery, it's a great thing to share," she said.