Habits I've Picked Up in China
Hey guys!
I've been assimilating to Chinese culture rather well, but lately I've been noticing some habits I've acquired since living here. Studying abroad in Asia is trying, both mentally and physically, but I don't regret coming out here. Instead, I'm rather proud of myself for coming out here and managing myself so well. I'm even more impressed, however, at these few habits I've managed to display while here. Heck, I knew I would pick up some habits while in China, but never would I have thought I would pick up these habits. Can you relate to any?
- I'm beginning to think in Chinese. In fact, it's becoming a frequent occurrence to think of my responses in Chinese before the appropriate response in English.
- I prefer using chopsticks over a fork and knife. I honestly don't know how I'm going to go from using chopsticks every meal to using them sparingly in the states.
- I can't stand ice cold water now. If it's not warm I can't drink it!
- I eat less and do more. Something about China makes you eat less food and workout more, whether it be walking around campus or the city, there's so much to do that at the end of the day you don't even realize how little you've eaten.
- I'm finally passed the awkward stage in my trip where I think of the Chinese yuan as having the same value as the US dollar. Those were hard times, my friends.
What do you think? Are you surprised by any of these habits?
Until next time,
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