Day 19 — 大城市的住房压力
Housing is a major financial burden for young people in large cities. Even if they earn a decent salary, a big chunk of their income may go toward rent every month. They often have to make compromi…
Day 18 — 帮外国游客指路
I came across a foreign tourist who seemed to be lost. At that point, my English was far from fluent, so I had to put my thoughts together before speaking. It was only a brief interaction, but it g…
Day 17 — 中国的天气
China is huge, so the weather varies dramatically from region to region. In the north, we have four distinct seasons—hot summers and freezing cold winters with snow. In the south, it's humid most o…
Day 16 — 礼物贵在实用
I once received a pair of really good headphones as a gift. I listen to music and podcasts pretty much every day, so I ended up using them all the time. What I really liked about the gift was that …
Day 15 — 健身无定式
I had a disagreement with a friend about how to get fit. He believed that the best way was to work out at the gym and lift heavy weights, whereas I preferred doing simpler exercises at home. In the…
Day 14 — 安静的力量
These days, people are surrounded by screens, social media, and constant notifications. Staying focused for even a few minutes can be difficult. If people slow down and spend some time in silence, …
Day 13 — 存钱与安全感
I think saving money gives me a sense of security, especially when something unexpected happens. I don't try to save every single penny, though. I usually set aside a certain amount every month and…
Day 12 — 奶奶的人生智慧
My grandmother is in her late 70s now, but she's still very energetic and independent. Whenever I run into difficulties, she always gives me thoughtful advice. She has experienced many ups and down…
Day 11 — 随时在线的焦虑
Smartphones have created a strange kind of anxiety because we're expected to be available all the time. I feel a bit stressed when I have a bunch of notifications waiting for me. So these days, I t…
Day 10 — 看美剧学英语
The Big Bang Theory is a sitcom about a group of friends who aren't particularly good at dealing with social situations. Sheldon is extremely intelligent but quite socially awkward. This show is fu…
Day 09 — 压力的两面
A certain amount of pressure can actually be useful because it pushes people to stay focused and get things done. But it's a problem when people feel like they can never switch off. Over time, that…
Day 08 — 讲笑话
A good joke can instantly lighten the mood, particularly when people are feeling tired or stressed. I'm more of a listener than a teller of jokes. That said, if something hilarious happens in every…
