The build-up to having my parents over in China was stressful. I feel that western media often builds a distorted image of China and Chinese culture because so much of the news we hear is politically orientated. Documentaries of China romanticize eastern culture and at least for me there was a [...]
When I moved to China, I was overwhelmed by all I had to do to prepare and adjust. The last thing on my mind was what I should have stashed in my purse. However, life in China is vastly different than life in the West. You might need things you would [...]
Congratulations, you’ve decided to teach in China! That’s a huge, exciting decision! Now comes the next part. Where in China do you want to live? Let me start by saying this: You should be a little flexible about where you teach. Certain areas might have schools with a [...]
