Hangover Day

In Ecuador, chuchaqui is the word for that delicate state one enters the morning after a very good party: a hangover, yes, but also a condition, an identity, and for some, a spiritual journey.

The mission for the day is simple: hydrate aggressively, find something comforting to eat, and piece together the events of the night before with the help of others who were there. Movement is optional. Sunglasses may be necessary. Full sentences are ambitious.

This is a day for quiet heroism and low expectations. For lingering breakfasts, restorative beverages, and telling yourself that dancing that hard was absolutely worth it. Whether you spend it horizontal, nostalgic, or slowly returning to life one snack at a time, you will be in excellent company. This is not a formal event we have organized, but it felt important to acknowledge nonetheless.