China
On the Challenges of Filial Piety While Interacting Across Borders
“You are 34 now, have you considered settling down? When do you think you are ready for a marriage and to build your nuclear family? Eventually, you need to have your life partner and offspring.” “Last week, your grandma didn’t […]
China’s Eileen Gu is the New Face of Professional Skiing
Professional skier Ailing (Eileen) Gu has truly made a name for herself over the past year, and is the new face of professional skiing. At only 18, she has won three Olympic medals, represented the United States and China and […]
Kanye West: A TCK Quadruple Threat, Part 1
Kanye, Swahili for ‘Only One’ Kanye Omari West is an American rapper, record producer, record executive and fashion designer. He was born in Atlanta, Ga., U.S.A., to Black parents. Ray West, his father, is a former Black Panther and was […]
Crystal Liu: Transcultural Artist Fits Perfectly As Mulan
In the Disney live-action movie “Mulan,” there is a brave and handsome girl who plays the title character: Crystal Liu. Many people also learn about this Chinese-American actress through this movie. Born in China and Moves to the U.S. Born […]
Jackie Chan and his Success Built on Commitment and Love for His Heritage
Jackie Chan is one very many famous immigrants to come to the United States in hopes of success and acceptance while staying true to his culture. Background Jackie Chan was born in Chan Kong-sang, Hong Kong. Raised by parents who […]
Yin Yang – Balance between Dark & Light, War & Peace
In the Yi Jing (I Ching), Confucius writes, “一阴一阳之谓道”, which means —“The Two, Yin *Yang, are called The Dao”. The Two are not separate and should, therefore, be thought of as one single unit called Yin Yang. The Chinese understand […]
Lost in China: This TCK’s Story
Aidan Frazier is a U.S. Citizen out of water. He grew up in Yorkshire, Northern England, where he attended school, picked up a British accent and lived as a military B.R.A.T. until his father resigned. From the ages of 2-12, […]
Chinese Woman In Her Thirties Takes First Gap Year
YanYan Yan, 34, was a Chinese expat in London until the day she decided needed a change. After moving to London when she was 24 for her second master’s degree in Economics and Business and then to Helsinki for a […]