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After leaving China for a business trip, Tanya couldn't go back to her husband due to covid. She went back to Australia 5 years ago. How did she deal with this separation with immigration laws, finances and everything. How does working in China complicate the paperwork? Being apart in Australia and the US, it has been a tough process for them. Her book: Misunderstood Find her on FB https://www.facebook.com/misunderstoodTCK on IG @misunderstoodtck https://www.instagram.com/misunderstoodtck/ Her previous episodes Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman Ep86 Childhood Experiences & Third-Culture Kids? w/ Tanya Crossman Ep102 Adult TCKs Looking Back ft. Tanya Crossman If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep93 Second-Gen Indian American Muslim (1) w/ Jamil ➡️ Ep88 Doing Grad School in Denver w/ Celine ➡️ Ep84 South Indian & Private School w/ Daphne ➡️ Ep82 When Music Intersects with Multiple Identities w/ MARC AMELLO ➡️ Ep76 Learning Hindi in India w/ Sarah 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #AustralianinChina #livingapart #StudyingChinese #TCK #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Tanya has been on my show a few times talking about her work with Third Culture Kids (TCKs). This time, she shared her journey growing up, working in China, and finding her career in supporting TCKs. Her book: Misunderstood Find her on FB https://www.facebook.com/misunderstoodTCK on IG @misunderstoodtck https://www.instagram.com/misunderstoodtck/ Her previous episodes Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman Ep86 Childhood Experiences & Third-Culture Kids? w/ Tanya Crossman Ep102 Adult TCKs Looking Back ft. Tanya Crossman If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep93 Second-Gen Indian American Muslim (1) w/ Jamil ➡️ Ep88 Doing Grad School in Denver w/ Celine ➡️ Ep84 South Indian & Private School w/ Daphne ➡️ Ep82 When Music Intersects with Multiple Identities w/ MARC AMELLO ➡️ Ep76 Learning Hindi in India w/ Sarah 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #AustralianinChina #AustralianInUS #StudyingChinese #TCK #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

In this episode, I talked about why I went back to India after 6 years, the people and experiences I had during this super short trip, and how I reflected in between trips—big thanks to Rajesh uncle, Nipa auntie, Krishna, Pratee,k and Shubham. Writing with Fire Documentary https://youtu.be/MFBWKklVEOU?si=6zylttFjhu_2kops If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ [Chai Time] Ep100 Writing A Dissertation & Push Process ft. Ping  ➡️ Ep95 I Graduated! ft. Ping ➡️ Ep75 Medical Interpreter in the U.S. w/ Ping ➡️ Ep65 On Saving Money ➡️ Ep108 Who Stole My Ice-cream? Taiwanese & Indian Couple in the UK ft. OuOu & Rohit ➡️ Ep107 South African DJ Meets a Taiwanese Tour Guide w/ Egon & Jo (2) 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #travelinIndia #Mumbai #Indianculture #writingwithfire #castesystem #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

I talked about how I landed on my current job as an Educational Learning Specialist at a medical school in Colorado. Med schools in the US are different from other countries and how do students strive for success? If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ [Chai Time] Ep100 Writing A Dissertation & Push Process ft. Ping  ➡️ Ep95 I Graduated! ft. Ping ➡️ Ep75 Medical Interpreter in the U.S. w/ Ping ➡️ Ep65 On Saving Money ➡️ Ep108 Who Stole My Ice-cream? Taiwanese & Indian Couple in the UK ft. OuOu & Rohit ➡️ Ep107 South African DJ Meets a Taiwanese Tour Guide w/ Egon & Jo (2) 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #MedicalEducationinUS #Medicalschool #Learningspecialists #educationallearning #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Suman continues to tell us about his experience, fears, and concerns about cultures. We compared a bit of Indian and American culture. Being an international professional in the US can be unpredictable, and how does he navigate this?  Part 1: Ep109 I Got Kicked Out From DMV ft. Suman Sirivella (1) Suman's IG @sirivellasuman https://www.instagram.com/sirivellasuman If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep97 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (1) ➡️ Ep95 I Graduated! ft. Ping ➡️ Ep72 Fulbright Scholar in China w/Lindsey Hobson ➡️ Ep83 A Ghanian and Her Hair w/ Hayil ➡️ Ep81 A Home Away From Home w/ Ping 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #TeluguinUS #internationalstudents #ITsupport #workinUS #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Suman came to the US to study Geographic Information Systems. He encountered numerous interesting or culturally different clients at the IT center on campus. How did he handle them when clients were demanding? How did he adjust to cultural differences in Colorado, coming from a South Indian culture? Don't forget to follow up on part 2 of this episode.   Suman's IG @sirivellasuman https://www.instagram.com/sirivellasuman Our last episode, Ep85 Going Home as A New Comer/Reverse Culture Shock w/ Ping If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep97 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (1) ➡️ Ep95 I Graduated! ft. Ping ➡️ Ep72 Fulbright Scholar in China w/Lindsey Hobson ➡️ Ep83 A Ghanian and Her Hair w/ Hayil ➡️ Ep81 A Home Away From Home w/ Ping 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #TeluguinUS #internationalstudents #ITsupport #workinUS #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

OuOu and Rohit met in the university and started living together during COVID time. How do Taiwaneses and Indians get along? What happened to the ice-cream? What cultural adjustments did they experience? How did they get through differences and move forward in their relationship in such a close proximity? OuOu has a Mandarin episode on my other channel. Search 香料茶時間 If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep96 Doc Student from Chennai to Colorado w/ Sneha ➡️ Ep92 From Taiwan to Finland (Part 2) w/ Ralph ➡️ Ep90 I'm From Georgia, the Country w/ Elene ➡️ Ep84 South Indian & Private School w/ Daphne ➡️ Ep76 Learning Hindi in India w/ Sarah ➡️ Ep68Teaching ESL in China w/ Kevin Foslund 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #TaiwaneseIndiancouple #crossculturalcouples #crossculturalrelationships #ImmigrantsinUK #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Diversity in a South African and American sense. What about it? Egon and Jo shared their view on race and culture. Being a foreign spouse, what did Jo go through during the marriage registration? Journey Africa IG @journey_2_sa https://www.instagram.com/journey_2_sa/ www.hopp.bio/journey-africa Don't forget to listen to Ep106 for the first part. If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep64 We Were Called Chocolate Chips in A Giant Cookie w/ Sandra Addo ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep46 High School and All That Jazz w/ Charles Jai-Sheng Lin ➡️ Ep64 We Were Called Chocolate Chips in A Giant Cookie w/ Sandra Addo ➡️ Ep81 A Home Away From Home w/ Ping 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #SouthAfrica #crossculturalmarriage #Africanculture #culturaldifferences #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

In this episode, we explore the fascinating story of Ego from South Africa and Jo from Taiwan. They met unexpectedly, sparking chemistry that led to a profound exploration of their diverse cultural backgrounds. We discuss unique cultural concepts, from how natural disasters like earthquakes shaped Jo’s perspective to how Ego sees nature's power in South Africa. Their story also includes pivotal moments like a cross-cultural marriage proposal, navigating immigration interviews, and humorous exchanges—like how something as simple as a chocolate bar led to conversations about their differences. Finally, Ego and Jo share how these experiences inspired them to start a travel touring agency in Africa, blending their distinct worldviews to offer a unique travel experience. Join us for an inspiring journey of love, decisions, and cross-cultural understanding! Journey Africa IG @journey_2_sa https://www.instagram.com/journey_2_sa/ www.hopp.bio/journey-africa 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Chemistry Happened (08:34) Earthquake/Nature Disasters/Reunion/Decisions (16:56) Cross-cultural Proposal/Immigration Interview (26:36) Cultural Differences/Choco Bar?/Greetings If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep64 We Were Called Chocolate Chips in A Giant Cookie w/ Sandra Addo ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep46 High School and All That Jazz w/ Charles Jai-Sheng Lin ➡️ Ep64 We Were Called Chocolate Chips in A Giant Cookie w/ Sandra Addo ➡️ Ep81 A Home Away From Home w/ Ping ➡️ Ep83 A Ghanian and Her Hair w/ Hayil 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #SouthAfrica #crossculturalmarriage #Africanculture #culturaldifferences #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Ernesto and I had a great conversation about our relationships, marriages, and different perspectives on gender expectations. Please let us know what you think about the new format of content. :) The book mentioned "His Needs and Her Needs, ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49245.His_Needs_Her_Needs⁠ If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep97 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (1) ➡️ Ep73 A Story & Tips from a DSO w/ Lindsey Hobson ➡️ Ep69 Filipino Angeleno w/ Vera ➡️ Ep100 Writing A Dissertation & Push Process ft. Ping ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman ➡️ Ep40 Learning Your ABCantonese and Growing up in a Vietnamese Chinese Family w/ Alison 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #relationships #gender #marriage #relationshipexpections#crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad

Kamini Wood, a certified life coach, helps high-achievers heal their relationships with themselves. She helps people take courageous steps in identifying limiting beliefs and reasons for stagnation and overcoming self-doubt to live a fulfilling professional and personal life. Trained in internal family systems and cognitive behavioral-based coaching, Kamini utilizes her skill set to help professionals find the balance between work and personal lives. She is the creator of AuthenticMe® and CEO of Live Joy Your Way, a coaching company that helps high performers and overachievers who have seen success through old-rooted, traditional metrics reestablish their relational self-awareness. This episode focuses on some common challenges immigrant communities may face and how we can shift our stories. ➡️ Connect with Kamini https://www.kaminiwood.com/ IG @itsauthenticme https://www.instagram.com/itsauthenticme/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaminiwood/ 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Intro & Background/Perfectionism/Internal Expectations (06:12) Examples of International Students/Shift Mindset/Coaching Actions (11:47) 5 Kids/Balance/Motivation/Self-Compassion/Choice (19:47) Self-Sabotage/Cultural Biases/Familial Conflicts/Curiosity (32:46) Core Values/Self Check/Resources If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep101 Healing from Within: Yoga ft. Sneha ➡️ Ep74 Turkish Au Pair in the U.S. w/ DD ➡️ Ep79 A Miraculous Healing from Depression w/ Pawku ➡️ Ep43 Alternative Medicine & Women w/ Dr. Tzeching Wang ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep39 Facing Anxiety with a Christian Perspective w/ Manuela Gorini ➡️ Ep42 What is Addiction? w/ Stephanie Ching 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #livejoy #lifecoaching #conflicts #selfcompassion #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad Powered by Firstory Hosting

Discover how Tami and Kavita's vision for Free Cafe emerged in 2018 and Wagon Coffee Roastery in 2020. Later, they talked about how their dedication to creating a safe space for individuals in recovery has shaped their mission. From navigating the intricacies of starting a business to fostering a culture of inclusivity and support, they offer invaluable insights into the intersection of entrepreneurship and social impact. If you're looking for a supportive community, feel free to check them out. If you want to give, ask them how you can help. Find their socials https://www.freerecoverycommunity.com/ @wagoncoffeeroasters https://www.instagram.com/wagoncoffeeroasters @freerecoverycommunitycafe https://www.instagram.com/freerecoverycommunitycafe 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Origin/History/Cause (11:55) Addictions & Sobriety/ (21:36) Support/Resources/Communities If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep101 Healing from Within: Yoga ft. Sneha ➡️ Ep74 Turkish Au Pair in the U.S. w/ DD ➡️ Ep79 A Miraculous Healing from Depression w/ Pawku ➡️ Ep43 Alternative Medicine & Women w/ Dr. Tzeching Wang ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep39 Facing Anxiety with a Christian Perspective w/ Manuela Gorini ➡️ Ep42 What is Addiction? w/ Stephanie Ching 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #addictions #nonprofit #addictionrecovery #freecafe #wagonroatery #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad Powered by Firstory Hosting

How do adult third-culture kids develop in their lives? How did their childhood experiences shape their emotions and personalities? Tanya shared in-depth theories and practical tips with us. Contact Tanya ⁠https://linktr.ee/TanyaCrossman⁠; IG @misunderstoodtck https://www.instagram.com/misunderstoodtck Tanya's previous episode: Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman Ep86 Childhood Experiences & Third-Culture Kids? w/ Tanya Crossman Tanya's Book: Misunderstood: The Impact of Growing up Overseas in the 21st Century ⁠https://a.co/d/7BJA9e7⁠ TCK Survey till April 2024: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TCKwellness Books: https://www.amazon.com.au/Incredible-Lives-Courage-Live-Them/dp/1399953109 https://www.amazon.com.au/Unstacking-Your-Grief-Tower-Processing/dp/B09GZKQ1P8 https://www.amazon.com.au/Belonging-Beyond-Borders-Culture-Cultivate-ebook/dp/B0BNLRZYL2 https://misunderstood-book.com/ https://www.tcktraining.com/for-atcks | IG @tcktraining 📝Episode Outline (00:00) TCK/Expats/Preventives/Mentors/ (09:05) Intentionality/Community/Grief/Impacts/ (18:33) Everyone Leaves/Fears/Expectations/ (32:07) Tips/Safe Place/Asians/School Systems/Change (43:14) Workshops/Resources/ If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep41 Living in 5 Countries When Growing Up w/ Ken ➡️ Ep63 Parenting TCKs w/ Agi Rowe ➡️ Ep67 Finding Home and Settling In ft. TCK Mama Ági Rowe ➡️ Ep82 When Music Intersects with Multiple Identities w/ MARC AMELLO ➡️ Ep78 African Musician Growing Up in 6 Countries w/ MARC AMELLO 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #tcks #thirdculturekids #expats #internationalschools #crossculturekids #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad Powered by Firstory Hosting

We kick off the episode by introducing Sneha and her background. Like many others, Sneha faced the challenges and stresses of modern life. Struggling with physical and emotional issues, she embarked on a quest for a holistic approach to healing. Enter yoga – an age-old practice known for uniting mind, body, and spirit. Connect with Sneha on IG @acehibiscusinfinity https://www.instagram.com/acehibiscusinfinity 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Weight Loss/Healing/Pain/ (07:38) Mental Health/Lonely Sports/Grounding (18:01) Shanti (Peace)/Meditation/Thriving (23:23) Type 2 Bipolar Disorder If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep79 A Miraculous Healing from Depression w/ Pawku ➡️ Ep67 Finding Home and Settling In ft. TCK Mama Ági Rowe ➡️ Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman ➡️ Ep43 Alternative Medicine & Women w/ Dr. Tzeching Wang ➡️ Ep42 What is Addiction? w/ Stephanie Ching ➡️ Ep39 Facing Anxiety with a Christian Perspective w/ Manuela Gorini ➡️ Ep40 Learning Your ABCantonese and Growing up in a Vietnamese Chinese Family w/ Alison ➡️ Ep33 Tackling Mental Health and the Journey of Trichotillomania aka Hair Pulling w/ Aneela Idnani 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #yoga #indianabroad #healingjourney #bipolar #crosscultural #immigrants #lifeabroad Powered by Firstory Hosting

As a celebration, I decided to share my dissertation briefly with you. I also talked about my writing strategies with Sneha! My dissertation is about supporting international students in the Educational Administration programs in the U.S. Pomodoro Technique with Music https://youtu.be/ul8NcakAj6Y?si=7ppyYT6zKCEy8WTz Pomodoro Timer https://pomofocus.io/ Bollywood Dance Workout https://youtu.be/tTdlI6QZvhg?si=SJe4EPGuldLXQCdN Zumba https://youtu.be/HhR9jUIPtnY?si=RKQhHxhjxTO5l9Vd 📝Episode Outline (00:00) Research Summary/Recruitment/Cultural Differences/Co-Creating Content (15:00) Writing Process/Persistence/Community/Routines/Celebrations (23:36) Structures/Advising/Plans/Mental Health/Coping (30:28) Oral Defense/Attitudes/Focus!/Revisions/Complaints (40:50) Final Takeaways/Cross-Cultural Competence/ If you enjoy this episode, I recommend... ➡️ Ep97 Recap as Medical Interpreters ft. Agi & Ping (1) ➡️ Ep73 A Story & Tips from a DSO w/ Lindsey Hobson ➡️ Ep69 Filipino Angeleno w/ Vera ➡️ Ep56 Real Talk with A Polyglot - Turning Language Skills into a Career w/ Ianne Chang ➡️ Ep49 Applying for US Residency as a Foreign Graduate w/ Andrew ➡️ Ep48 Supporting Third Culture Kids w/ Tanya Crossman ➡️ Ep40 Learning Your ABCantonese and Growing up in a Vietnamese Chinese Family w/ Alison 🎧 Chai with Ping https://linktr.ee/chaiwithping 👍 IG @chaiwithping https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithping 👍 FB @chaiwithping https://www.facebook.com/chaiwithping 📧 [email protected] #phdstudents #dissertation #writingstrategies #internationalstudents #crosscultural #livedexperiences #immigrants #chaiwithping #lifeabroad Powered by Firstory Hosting