Lately, I have realized that I need to study more about China, if I am going to be living there for the next 2 years of my life. HOwever, it is quite a large region and culture to research. Tons of books and resources exist on this marvelous country. But, I only have limited time before I leave the country.
In addition, I need to not only be studying the country, but also the language. This also takes time. So many people I meet ask me if I can speak Chinese. Obviously, I tell them the truth---No! "But I am studying it," I say reassuringly to them.
Even if I devote every waking hour in the next 6 weeks to studying China and the language, I know that I will not be able to learn everything there is about the country. So, I have to pace myself. 20 minutes of language study a day and 15 minutes of reading about the culture. And obviously, I am not going to be able to read every fiction book or non-fiction book that is remotely related to China. I will do what I can, while trying not to have an anxiety attack.
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