Hong Kong lifestyle habits fuel online debate and overseas comparisons

On the Chinese social platform Xiaohongshu, users posted about habits they picked up while living or traveling in Hong Kong. Commonly mentioned changes include drinking cold beverages with meals, keeping air‑conditioning below 23 °C, carrying reusable bags, storing trash in pockets until a bin is found, and adopting a faster pace in walking and speaking. The discussion highlighted how Hong Kong’s emphasis on speed and efficiency shapes daily behaviour.

Separately, a Hong Kong expatriate living in Canada shared a ten‑year reflection, saying the experience made him appreciate Hong Kong’s efficiency and public safety. He criticised Canada’s slower work pace, perceived security issues, high taxes and welfare system, prompting further online debate about the relative merits of Hong Kong and Canada among netizens.