Cultural Differences: Dating Rituals Of Wealthy Easterners vs Westerners
Asian vs Western cultural differences in dating for the rich and wealthy. How rich and wealthy Australians date compared to their wealthy Chinese counterparts.
Cultural Differences: The Bride Price In East vs West Culture
How much does it cost to marry a Chinese bride? Explore the cultural differences between the dowry and bride price in Indian, Australian, and Chinese cultures.
Cultural Differences: The Rise Of Chinese Commerce In Western Society
China has always seemed to be ahead of the game when it comes to commerce. In this post, find out how Chinese commerce is fueling cultural change worldwide.
Cultural Differences: The Chinese Romanticizing Of Western Society
Eastern vs Western cultural differences covers Chinese stereotypes of Western society, Western society in pop culture, Western time period fashion, and more.
Cultural Differences: Education In Chinese And Western Societies
If you plan to study abroad, learn about the substantial cultural differences between Eastern and Western education systems and education practices.
Cultural Differences: The Lack Of Sex Education In China
A Western versus Eastern culture comparison focusing on cultural differences in dating, dating in Australian culture, sex education, and Chinese dating practices.
Cultural Differences: Obesity In Eastern vs Western Cultures
In Australia, I often come to Cuba Cubano in Macarthur Square to become seated in their wood-brown lounge chairs to work, as well as for…
Cultural Differences: Public Decency In China And The West
It is widely known that Eastern cultures tend to be more conservative about public decency. In this article, read into it further and understand why this is.
Cultural Differences: Erogenous Fashion Trends In China vs The West
As society moves from conservative fashion to more erogenous trends, different cultures adopt these changes at varying rates. Find out more in this post.
Cultural Differences: Bureaucracy In China vs The West
In China, bureaucracy is problematic. This guide helps foreigners to bypass bureaucratic red tape to basic public Chinese services such as internet use.
Cultural Differences: Personal Freedom In China vs The West
As kids grow into adults, they desire more freedoms. In some cultures, this is given to them and in others, it isn’t. This post explains more about this.
Cultural Differences: Business Infrastructure In East vs West Societies
The first thing visitors to a city see is usually the business industry skyscrapers. This post looks at business infrastructure in China compared to Australia.
Cultural Differences: Sexualised Business Fashion In East vs West Cultures
Business fashion culture is usually based on what looks best to the customer. In this article, learn about sexualised business fashion around the world.
Cultural Differences: Cultural Acceptance In East vs The West
Anyone visiting a new culture wants to be loved and accepted, but it doesn’t always happen. In this post, find out how cultural acceptance affects people.
Cultural Differences: Cultural Dictators
Cultural dictators are people who try to force their customs on others. Learn about the prevalence of this in the East and West, and what can be done to help.
Cultural Differences: Eastern vs Western Reputations Abroad
Many people have strong cultural pride, so care about how other cultures view theirs. In this post covers the thoughts the East and West have about each other.
Cultural Differences: Overcoming A Language Barrier
Language can prove to be a barrier. Overcoming a language barrier to assist a foreigner helps overcome common inhibitions that lead to missed opportunities.
Cultural Differences: East vs. West Dating Culture
It is common for foreigners to find their true love in a different culture. This article teaches you about the differences between dating in the East and West
Cultural Differences: Sexualised Fashion Trends in East vs West Societies
The world is moving from more conservative to sexualised fashion trends. Learn about the influence sexualised fashion has in the East compared to the West.
Cultural Differences: Safety In China vs The West
One of the key aspects of cultures and societies is the level of safety it offers. In this post, we compare the safety of Eastern and Western cultures.
Cultural Differences: The Chinese Millionaire Factory
Businesses and entrepreneurs are created out of the melting pot called China. The millionaire factory is born from the struggle out of abject poverty.
Cultural Differences: Chinese Travel Aspirations
Different cultures tend to have varying travel aspirations. In this post, a cultural scholar discusses how people in the East and West travel around the world.
Cultural Differences: East vs West Social Calendars
Social and cultural calendars differ enormously around the world. Read about the West’s Thursday night social culture, fluid socialising in China, and more.
Cultural Differences: Live Like A King In Asia
How to live like a King in Asia, how far does your money go, and more.
Exploring Cultural Differences In Eastern & Western Societies.
Cultural Differences: Yellow Fever In Australia
Yellow fever is slang used for men who prefer Asian women. Find out about the frequency of ‘yellow fever’ in Australia and why you should speak Chinese.
Diary Of A Mad Chaos: Tuesday, July 10, 2018
The audio diary captures thoughts as they come to me, every single minute of every single day since September 2016. The Buxom Girl On The…
Diary Of A Mad Chaos: Monday, July 9, 2018
Work Day In CSR Martini The time was 9:30 am when I came off my first break at work at CSR Martini. In the morning…
Cultural Differences: Above Ground Versus Underground Car Parks
In big cities, car parks tend to be either below or above ground. In this article, we compare these two options in different eastern and western cultures.
Cultural Differences: The Culture Of Friendliness In Eastern And Western Hospitality
Hospitality is something that everyone deals with when experiencing new cultures. Learn about the differing manners, cultures, customer service, and more.
Advice For Westerners Considering Teaching English In China
You Want To Teach English In China If you have ever considered being an ESL teacher (English As A Second Language) in China, you should…
Cultural Differences: Cash And Credit Cards Versus Cashless Societies
Credit, debit, and other forms of contactless payments are on the rise. Learn about some benefits and disadvantages of cashless societies. East vs West.
Cultural Differences: Racial Segregation In Australian And Chinese Dating Culture
Racism is a big issue worldwide. In this article, get a cultural scholar’s perspective on racial expectations in marriage, multicultural relationships, and more.
Cultural Differences: The Winners And Losers In A Competitive Chinese Society
Competition in Chinese society is fierce, with emphasis placed on status (地位) and face (面子). Learn how Chinese immigrants express this class divide abroad.
Teaching In China: Teaching One-On-One IELTS English In China – Basketball Student
Teaching One-On-One IELTS English In China – Basketball Student In China, Guangzhou, working as an Australian English teacher, on May 30, 2018, I prepared for…
Cultural Differences: Ingredients For Business Success In China / Australia
Entrepreneurship and business are familiar in both western and eastern cultures. Find out the ingredients for business success in China through case studies.
中澳方文化差异：中国商业成功的秘方
在中国广州，沿着珠江慢跑，我遇到了一群半夜钓鱼的人，他们正在把鱼线扔进珠江。 一个中年男人，拉上他的脏衬衣，露出他明显的圆肚子，当他倚靠在珠江和人行道之间的墙上， 他的圆肚子反射出天空中的蒙胧的月光。
Cultural Differences: The Question Of National Identity In Australia
Most people have some degree of national identity, but it differs depending on cultures. Learn about national identity in Australia and China, and more.
Cultural Differences: Hospitality Culture In China vs Australia
Every traveller experiences an array of hospitality cultures. Read about Eastern and Western restaurant customs, customer service, rurality, and much more.
Cultural Differences: English For The Fairytale Life Abroad
More and more people are heading overseas in search of a free and exciting lifestyle. This is your go-to guide for English for the Fairytale Life Abroad.
How To Teach English As A Second Language In China (ESL)
How To Teach English As A Second Language In China (ESL) In China, Guangzhou, on May 16, 2018, I prepared for my teaching job, to…
How To Be Fluent In Chinese Mandarin In Two Years
Advice On Learning Chinese Mandarin My Chinese Language Journey In China, Guangzhou, English students will often ask me in English class, “Can you speak Chinese?” …
How To Teach English As A Second Language In China (ESL) – The Mosquito Class
China, Guangzhou, Tiyixi Lu （体育西路） | World International English Classes In China, Guangzhou, I left home at 6:50 pm, caught a train from Shayuan metro station（沙园站）,…
Teaching In China: English As A Second Language (ESL) – All-Female Class
The English Class In China, Guangzhou, as an Australian English teacher, I had two English classes in World International English today to teach. The first…
Firefly Anime And Cosplay Expo (萤火虫动漫音乐嘉年华) 2018 in Pazhou (琶洲) – 1
In China, Guangzhou city (广州市), I awoke at 11 am ready for the Firefly Anime And Cosplay Expo (萤火虫动漫音乐嘉年华) 2018 in Pazhou (琶洲). I showered,…
Cultural Differences: Consumer Choices in China vs The West
From the viewpoint of the consumer, fair and free choice is vital. In this article, you’ll learn about how consumer choice differs between China and the West.
Cultural Differences: Australian / Chinese Fashion Culture
Both mainstream and alternative fashion trends vary around the globe. Get an in-depth look at Aussie and Chinese fashion culture and some quirks of each.
Cultural Differences: Successful Women In Australia / China
Every day, it becomes more common to see highly successful women. Learn about the meaning of success in different cultures and what that means for women.
Cultural Differences: Pollution In China And The West
Everyone enjoys a beautiful, sunny day, but in some places, this is a rare occurrence. Read about pollution in China compared to clean, sunny Australian skies.
Cultural Differences: Married To Your Job In Australia (铁饭碗)
A common and critical saying in Australia is that you are ‘married to your job’. Get first-hand insight into how this applies in Eastern vs Western cultures.
Cultural Differences: The Culture Shocks Coming To Australia
All The Australian Culture Shocks In One Day Culture shock is experienced when a person who enters into a new country is confronted by things…
Cultural Differences: Chinese and Australian Transit Systems
Everyday around the world, tens of millions of people travel on public transport. In this post, we compare public transit systems between the East and West
Cultural Differences: The China-America Trade War
The trade war between China and the United States can be difficult to understand. This is a simple and concise guide to the situation and its implications.
Cultural Differences: Doing Business In China vs Australia
Small business is a very culture-oriented practice. In this post, get a good look at what its like doing business in eastern compared to western cultures.
Cultural Differences: Dating In China
Many people flock to China and other Eastern countries in search of love. Learn about conservatism in China, dating as a foreigner, the spa analogy, and more.
中澳文化差异： 在约会中的中国式保守主义
从个人的验历来年看，多年以来，做为一个在中国大陆平易近人的外国人，与数千个当地人交谈过，结交数百当地华人，我感到很遗憾，中国人的思想是如此封闭。
English As A Second Language In China (ESL) Salon Class – Natural Disasters Lesson
Today, in China, Guangzhou, I arrived to Tiyuxilu (体育西路) metro station on my way to World International English to teach two English (ESL) classes. In…
Teaching In China: Tutoring Conversational English In China, Guangzhou (家教) – The Blue Book
A diary entry for the time I teach English (ESL) to a middle-school Chinese student. The class includes conversational dialogue, new English words, and reading from an English book..
Teaching In China: English As A Second Language (ESL) – The Sports Handout
In China, Guangzhou, Tiyuxilu (体育西路), I arrived to World International English 10 minutes before my 3 pm class. My teaching assistant said hello to me. …
Cultural Differences: Chinese versus Western Fashion Trends
Fashion trends are a vital aspect of making the right impression in a new city. Get to know brandless fashion trends and the ‘camp’ factor in China and the East.
Cultural Differences: Tips On How To Find A Girlfriend In China
Learn about the cultural differences between Western and Chinese dating scenes with tips to help you find the best approach to get a girlfriend in China.
Cultural Differences: Work Cover In Australia versus China
Every country has processes to handle workplace injury, but more emphasis is placed on hard work in China. How important is workplace safety in both societies?
Cultural Differences: Identity Fashion In China
Is China going through a fashion revolution? Explore the different fashion styles and trends that have become a marker of individual identity in modern China.
Cultural Differences: Attitudes Of Eastern and Western Females
This post explores the perceived changes experienced in the attitudes of Westerners who live abroad, and how quasi celebrity status in China affects Westerners.
Cultural Differences: The 99% Factor In Conservative Chinese Dating Culture
As a foreigner in China, getting around conservative dating cultures can be challenging. This is your guide to the 99% Factor In Conservative Dating.
Cultural Differences: Government Influence On Business In China vs The West
One of the key differences between China and the West is the heavy government influence on private businesses. Learn about this topic and more in this post.
Cultural Differences: Travelers Working In China vs The West
Many young tourists and backpackers work while travelling to fund their lifestyle. In this article, learn about legal work rights, job applications, and more.
Cultural Differences: Adapting Dating Expectations In China
Many young adults flock overseas in search of love. In this article, learn how to navigate the Chinese dating scene and some significant cultural differences.
Cultural Differences: The Rise Of A Chinese Dictator
China’s leader Xi Jinping has been in the news all over the world. In this post, find out about the social controls, effects of the dictatorship, and more.
Cultural Differences: Dealing With Racism In Eastern And Western Societies
Racism is encountered by many foreigners while travelling in different cultures. This article explains how the East and West deal with racism differently.
Cultural Differences: Eastern And Western Nightclubs
Nightclubs are a sought after attraction in both Eastern and Western cultures. This post is all about how nightclubs differ in these two cultures, and why.
Cultural Differences: Australian versus Chinese Country Folk
Eastern and Western societies adopt a countryside lifestyle for different reasons. This post discusses the role the countryside plays to Aussie & Chinese people.
Cultural Differences: Cash-In-Hand Work In China And The West
Cash-in-hand work involves being paid with physical cash rather than through a bank account. Learn about the culture of cash-in-hand work in the East vs West
Cultural Differences: The Cultural Vacuum Of The West
Most traditions and cultural factors vary between Australia and China. This time, we look at the tradition-steeped China and the cultural vacuum of Australia
Advice To Travelers In China: Hostels, Hotels, or Apartments
Before you travel abroad to China, here are some insights into the ease and legality of living in China temporarily for travel, study, or teaching purposes.
Cultural Differences: Travel Barriers – East vs West
The requirements to obtain a visa and travel permit differ between countries. Learn what obstacles Chinese people face in their quest to travel abroad.
Cultural Differences: The Status Of Foreigners In China vs The West 《地位》
Eastern and Western cultures accept foreigners in very different ways. Get a detailed look at how foreigners are treated in the East compared to the West.
Cultural Differences: Eastern And Western Travel Culture
There are many differences between Eastern and Western cultures. Learn about a land of travellers, a land of mercantile households, and their cultures.
Cultural Differences: Choosing An Appropriate Dating Approach In China
When dating in Eastern cultures, it can be hard to know what approaches are acceptable. Learn about traditional Chinese dating, pushy approaches, and more.
Cultural Differences: The Costs Associated With Coming To China To Teach English (ESL)
English language teachers are in high demand throughout China. In this post, read about the costs associated with coming to China to teach English (ESL).
Cultural Differences: Common Scams To Avoid As An English Teacher In China
It is widely known to Westerners that scams are something to look out for in Eastern cultures. In this post, read about some common scams to avoid in China.
中澳文化差异：来中国教英语相关的成本（ESL）
一个来到中国教英语外国人的故事 在中国,广州,当我在登巴客栈住宿时, 我结识了一个20岁的英国男孩。沿着珠江散步时，他共享一个共同的故事,讲的是他在中国怎么成为一名英语老师，当他决定做一个外国人在中国教英语不可避免的失败。
Cultural Differences: Drinking With Straws
Whilst both Eastern and Western cultures use straws, the way in which this is done varies. Find out how straws are used in China compared to the West, and more.
Cultural Differences: Cross-Cultural Friendships In Conservative China
Cross-cultural friendships are viewed in different ways around the world. In this post, learn about Chinese secularism in cross-cultural friendships, and more.
Teaching In China: Tutoring Conversational English To Kid In Guangzhou (家教)
Tutoring English in China (家教) Class Start (上课) China, Guangzhou, Taojin (淘金) | Private Tutoring (家教) Today I came to see my home schooling student…
Cultural Differences: The Red Line Personality
The Red Line is a new series of conversations between myself and Chinese people. In this article, we talk about psychological problems of Chinese people.
Cultural Differences: Chinese Tunnel Vision versus Western Enterprise Study Practices
Eastern & Western study practices are unique in their own ways. In this post, learn about Chinese tunnel vision compared to Western enterprise study methods.
Cultural Differences: How China And The West Appropriate Foreign Fashion
Fashion is a very polarizing topic around the world. In this post, we discuss how China and The West appropriate foreign fashion and a possible solution.
Cultural Differences: Eastern And Western Attitudes To Health Care
Attitudes towards healthcare vary dramatically in the East and West. Read about an Aussie’s experience being sick in China and the culture of healthcare.
Cultural Differences: Leveling Up To The Pajamas Level Of Convenience In China (秋裤水平)
In China, there is an obvious habit of proximity to convenience. Find out what the Pajamas Level of Confidence is and how convenience affects Chinese culture.
Cultural Differences: Where Are The Blue Skies
In Western countries, it is completely normal to have crystal clear blue skies on a sunny day. In China, pollution often means this isn’t the case.
Cultural Differences: Chinese Country Girls vs City Girls
When traveling to Eastern and Western cultures, accustoming your dating practices can become complicated. Learn about the desires of city and country girls.
Cultural Differences: Asking For Directions In China
Asking locals for directions is something that any tourist has experienced. This articles covers what its like asking for directions with language barriers.
Teaching In China: English Tutoring to Chinese Kid in Guangzhou (家教)
Tutoring English in China (家教) Class Start (上课) I arrived to the boy’s parents apartment complex in Taojin (淘金) at 8:30 pm. The class with…
Cultural Differences: Crocodile Dundee in China
The more time you spend in China, the more you’ll realise that the dynamics of the Laowai stereotype are shifting. Learn about this and more in this post.
Cultural Differences: Western Directness (直接) verses Chinese Ambiguity (暧昧)
This post compares Western directness and Chinese ambiguity as culturally different forms of communication between Eastern and Western cultures, and more.
World International English Teacher Job Interview – China, Guangzhou
A complete guide on the interview process when applying for an English teaching job in China, interview questions, demo class, work culture, and more.
Cultural Differences: Groping Culture On The Chinese Metro System
Groping on the metro system is seen a lot more frequently in the East than the West. This is an Aussie’s experience of groping and personal space in China.
中澳文化差异：中国地铁系统的咸猪手文化
遭遇咸猪手 今天在广州地铁上，我登上了一节客满量达80%的车厢。我进了地铁门之后就一直往前挤，一直走挤到了车厢的中间。
Cultural Differences: Work Rights – East vs West
Government regulations on workplace rights strike a balance between employee and business needs. This post compares workplace rights in the East and West.
Cultural Differences: Trying to Rationalize The Problem China
Whilst some Chinese citizens accept their country has problems, most attempt to rationalize these issues. Here is a Western perspective of how this applies.
中澳文化差异：试图对中国存在的问题作出辩解
在中国，我所写下的任何一个话题都是我亲身经历无数次的。这些明断的见解都来自于经验。
Cultural Differences: Chinese v Australian State Welfare
State welfare programs are a point of discussion in most cultures. In this article, we discuss and compare the traits of Eastern and Western state welfare.
中国西方文化差异：中澳贫富差异
文化差异：中澳贫富差异 我刚从万胜围的一个公寓大楼走出来，看到一个粉红色宝马，心想，这一定是哪个有钱女孩的车。 在中国，关于车有一点很有趣，就是没人知道你开什么车。
Cultural Differences: Dressing Like Stereotypical Westerners
It’s no secret that fashion varies between the East and West. In this post, read about fashion stereotypes and what its like to be a westerner in China.
Cultural Differences: Street Protests In Western and Chinese Societies
In Western democracies, street protests are common and mostly allowed. Learn about how this is different in China, and the tactics protesters must use.
中澳文化差异：中西方社会的街头抗议
扰乱中国社会的稳定性 今天，我在中国发现一个有趣的社会现象。
Cultural Differences: The Term Laowai (老外)
As a white person living in China, the word Laowai is often heard from locals. Find out what this term means, how it is racist, racism in the East, and more.
中澳文化差异:西方和中国咖啡店的文化差异
星巴克美好的一天 在中国，只有在星巴克喝上两杯咖啡，一天才会心情好，那是美好的一天。 无论你生活在中国的哪里，你都能找到星巴克。你可以来星巴克，坐下来，做你的工作，喝杯咖啡，休息一下，也可以出去做一些其它的事情，然后回到星巴克，再喝一杯咖啡，完成你的工作，最后你就可以回家了。那就是我在中国的星巴克平常的一天。
Cultural Differences: Job Interviews in China That Resemble Pokemon Go Hunts
As an Aussie living in China, the way job interviews are performed was a massive culture shock. This is my experience of a Pokemon Go style Job Interview.
Cultural Differences: Western and Chinese Coffee Shop Culture
Coffee is one of the world’s most popular drinks. Find out how coffee culture differs in the East and West. Starbucks in China, Takeaway vs Dine In, and more.
中澳文化差异：在中国的面试像口袋妖怪去狩猎
一种典型的工作在中国的面试 当我在新港东地铁站的火车站时，我看见一大群男孩女孩拿着手机站在那里。 我想：“他们在干什么? 他们在玩计算机游戏吗？ 他们在玩口袋妖怪游戏吗?” 我带着好奇走进他们。
Cultural Differences: The Difference Between Rich and Poor in China and The West
Every country has rich and poor people, but the way it is looked at differs between cultures. Find out how rich people are viewed in China vs The West.
Revolutions in China – Underground Russian Internet
Internet censorship is a significant issue all over the globe. In this blog post, learn about Russian internet in China, the footpath analogy, and more.