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536. Signs of Unclean Produce in Chinese Markets
Some markets in China do not sell clean produce.
535. Winter, Christmas, and the Threat of War
This year is quite unlike previous years because of the threat of war in Europe.
534. The First Snow in Siping
We had our first snow last week.
533. China's Imperial Examination System
China introduced the Imperial Examination System in 607.
532. All the Garbage in Siping (Jilin Province)
Siping is one of China’s not-so-clean cities.
531. Siping's Ginseng Shops
In Siping, you can find a few shops selling ginseng and other herbs.
530. Outdoor Fridges in Northeast China
In the fall, people in Northeast China use the outdoors as a fridge.
529. What Does Racism in Intercultural Relationships Look Like?
There are certain signs that a person doesn’t treat you equally because of your race.
528. How to Talk to an Ex Who Is Harassing You
It is not always possible to cut contact with an ex, but there are ways to set boundaries with them.
527. Real vs. Fake Communication
This article explores the difference between real and fake communication.
526. How Fascist is Austria?
I was raised with democratic values, but have seen them decline horrifically in recent years.
525. Harbin (Video)
Let me show you the streets of Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, in this video.
524. Parental Alienation (With Video)
My ex-husband continuously creates drama, pulling my children and me into the chaos.
523. Siping’s Messy Reality
Some cities in China have become remarkably clean, whereas others remain quite dirty.
522. Generous Strangers in Shangri-la: The China I Used to Know
I visited a friend in Shangri-la in Yunnan Province in 2012.
521. “He Was Suffering From Social Phobia”
I speak with a former high school principal in China.
520. Northeast China's Fertile Black Soil
Northeast China’s black soil yields an abundance of vegetables and fruits during the months when it is not frozen.
519. What Every Man Needs to Learn: Growing Through Life
Healthy men go through several stages in life.
518. A Narcissist Needs Constant Drama
One of the most pronounced signs you are dealing with a narcissist is their constant need for drama.
517. Answering Questions about Stalkers
I am answering a few questions about stalkers in this article.
516. When a Man Pushes His Sexuality Onto You
Certain men are violating boundaries by pushing their sexuality onto you.
515. Inside the Mind of a Stalker: My Experience with Narcissism and Erotomania
Technology has made it easier for stalkers to pursue victims, including complete strangers who don’t even know your name.
514. Erotomania: The Mental Illness Behind Many Stalkers
It is extremely challenging to handle a stalker because of the delusions they believe about you.
513. Watch Out for the Passive Man
Have you ever met a guy who’s just too passive to do anything for a woman?
512. Abracadabra: Wishing a Stalker Away
Stalkers consistently misinterpret their victims’ words as not legitimate or credible.
511. The Rise of "Liumang" (Incels) in Europe
My generation has seen a rise in incels and antisocial behavior.
510. Unit 731: Japan’s Secret Biological Warfare in China
Unit 731 was a secret unit established by the Japanese Empire to develop biological weapons in China.
509. The Botanical Garden in Siping (Jilin Province)
I visited the Botanical Garden in Siping in October 2025.
508. When Someone Else Is Steering the Wheel of Your Life
When someone takes over your life, things can quickly get completely out of control.
507. “There Is No Racism in China”
I chat with a cab driver in Siping (Jilin Province).
506. Experiencing Coercive Control When You're a Blogger
I have experienced repeated attempts at coercive control as a blogger.
505. When Curiosity Meets Culture: My Encounters with Men Abroad
Not every man of every culture is the same, but some men act differently from others when first dating.
504. Invisible Dangers: When Society Denies the Existence of Evil
Being made a victim doesn’t only happen through perpetrators, but also through the people victims turn to for help.
503. Behind the Modern Facade: The Reality of Life in Siping
I have lived in four cities in China, and Siping was my least favorite.
502. A Visit to the Library in Siping
I recently went to the local library with my children.
501. Chinese Cabbage, Spring Onions, and Live Frogs
Chinese markets offer a variety of produce.