Chinese women have had to fight for their rights to equality, and that battle doesn’t seem to be over yet. Historically the role of women in China has been one of obedience and servitude. They were made to adhere to strict beauty standards that were sometimes outright...
As an expat in China, one of the most interesting things about living abroad has been interacting with Chinese people and trying to understand Chinese culture. While it might be easy to say that Italians like coffee and pasta, the French always kiss on the cheek when...
Living in a foreign country forces you to leave behind your old habits and reinvent yourself. If you refuse to be shaped by the host country’s culture you are going to have a very challenging time living abroad. On the other hand, if you decide to bend and let the new...
Living in China can be a positive life-changing experience for some, and a life-changing nightmare for others. Most will tell you that there isn’t an “in-between”. China is a country with a dynamic rhythm of life. It vibrates with opportunities, though the...
Many dream of moving to China. Some seek out the experience, others an escape. Being an expat can be a worthwhile experience but it’s important not to fall victim to the ‘grass is greener’ fallacy. Moving to China comes at the price of “unlearning” the old in order to...
Mort in China is a comic book series that shows China in foreigners’ eyes. As such, it provides valuable lessons about Chinese culture to help foreigners understand cultural differences the fun way. Available both in English and Chinese