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In this episode, I'll take you on a journey through the common reasons for getting lost in China, along with some incredible stories. And don't worry, I won't actually teach you how to get lost, but you might learn a thing or two about navigating the unfamiliar streets of China as a foreigner. Plus, stay tuned for a special guest sharing their unforgettable experience.

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In this episode, I will talk about idealization and how idealizing your life in China can sometimes lead you to devalue your entire experience in the country.

Idealizing:

https://fernandosambora.com/life/idealize-idealizing-limits-of-expectations-in-a-real-world/

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In this episode, I'll talk about one of the less obvious reasons why students might have inconsistent sleeping habits in China. I'll also talk about sensation seeking and boredom susceptibility.

Sensation-Seeking:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/sensation-seeking

Poor sleep is associated with sensation-seeking and risk behavior in college students:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8889956/

Sleep Apnea:

https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-apnea/sleep-apnea

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In this episode, I'll talk about feeling stuck in China, and I'll also share some stories about being stuck outside of China. 

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In this episode I will talk about asking for favors, asking for help, over-reliance and codependency.

Codependency:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/codependency

“Codependent No More” by Melody Beattie:

https://melodybeattie.com/books/codependent-no-stop-controlling-others-start-caring/

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In this episode, I will talk about lack of motivation in China. I'll also share a story about high-functioning depression and talk about revenge bedtime procrastination.

Revenge Bedtime procrastination:

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-hygiene/revenge-bedtime-procrastination

High-functioning depression:

https://www.choosingtherapy.com/high-functioning-depression/

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In this episode I'll talk about being judged, judging others, the reasons why it happens. I will also share my personal experience with judgement and "projection".

What is "projection" in psychology?

https://www.healthline.com/health/projection-psychology

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In this episode I will talk about impostor syndrome or the impostor phenomenon and how certain circumstances in China made me doubt about my own capabilities.

Impostor Syndrome:

https://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud

Fear of success:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-in-high-achievers/202105/the-fear-success-can-sabotage-your-life-goals

Self-sabotage:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/self-sabotage

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In this episode, I'll talk about what we expect from others and what others expect from us in China. I'll talk about some unrealistic expectations that you will run into and how to have healthier expectations.

Digital Availability:

https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220207-the-crippling-expectation-of-247-digital-availability

Presenteeism:

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/presenteeism.asp

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs:

https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html

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In this episode I will talk about: running out of money, the common reasons why we have financial struggles, overspending, borrowing and lending money in China.

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In this episode, I will talk about when and why we start feeling lost in life and in China. I'll talk a little bit about the benefits of planning and creating when it comes to finding purpose. 

Locus of Control:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/locus-control

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You'll be listening to realistic advice and genuine encouragement from a veteran college student. In this podcast, I will be sharing my thoughts and experiences during my college years as a foreigner in China. This podcast won't be about how to study in China, how to study mandarin or how to apply for a scholarship. But instead, it will be about the positive and negative aspects of studying in China. I hope my anecdotes and advice can help you get a better perspective of your current situation in regard to studying in China.

Are you a woman who wants to travel more? The FAQ is: My favorite place in China to see again is?

The special episode is about travel to China, then and now….part one of 2

Lesson learned: Know my USA politics better (I knew less than they did….at the time)

Travel tip: Be willing to meet a stranger and get to know them.