She also revives small, personal rituals, like warming clothes over incense, reconnecting with the ancient wisdom that helps her navigate the stresses of modern life.

In addition to bathing, Yang has also taken up calligraphy, which she said helps her "switch my racing mind into energy-saving mode".

"When we write, take baths, burn incense, or simmer soup, we use these 'slow motions' to recalibrate a rhythm that's been disrupted by fast-paced life," Yang explained.

She has also noticed that when young people like her turn to older lifestyles, it's not about trying to relive the past. "We're simply borrowing wisdom and strength from them to make our present lives more comfortable — and more truly our own," she said.