Personal experiences

Stories, experiences and opinions shared by our teachers, offering insights into their lives and ways of seeing the world.

270 videos · Total duration: 37:54:59

My Second Aerial Yoga Class: Wobbly Baby to Core Stability!
10:01

Beginner

My Second Aerial Yoga Class: Wobbly Baby to Core Stability! In this video, Juno shares her experience of taking aerial yoga classes for the first time and the challenges she faced with stability. She learns the importance of tightening her core and focusing on breathing to make progress in her practice.Unconventional Chinese
My 3 days went through
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Intermediate

My 3 days went throughThe video is about Amber's recent feelings of discomfort and how she overcame it by addressing her thoughts and emotions, as well as reflecting on her experiences with her dog and the importance of living in the present moment. Despite feeling uneasy at first, she ultimately found solace in self-reflection and acceptance.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
5 Everyday Culture Shocks I experienced living in Canada
08:51

Beginner

5 Everyday Culture Shocks I experienced living in CanadaThe video discusses the cultural differences experienced by Meiling after moving from China to Canada. The differences highlighted include weather, gift-giving practices, water-drinking preferences, garbage classification, and dining etiquette.A Cup of Chinese
Blackpink ticket so expensive!
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Beginner

Blackpink ticket so expensive! This video tells a story about a Chinese fan of the Kpop group BLACKPINK, and her desire to attend their world tour concert despite the high ticket prices. The fan ultimately decides not to go due to financial constraints, but is encouraged to enjoy the concert at home through videos.Unconventional Chinese
Room tour of Jenro Chinese
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Intermediate

Room tour of Jenro ChineseThe video showcases Jenro's home, featuring various rooms and decorations including a cozy bedroom with a panda bear, a smart toilet in the bathroom, a customized wardrobe, and a smart guitar. With Amber's help, the home is beautifully presented with stylish French-inspired decor and personal touches, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
First aerial yoga
08:01

Beginner

First aerial yogaThe video is about a woman's first experience taking an aerial yoga class and her initial struggles with balance and core strength. She finds the practice fun and interesting, and decides to continue attending the classes regularly.Unconventional Chinese
How Am I Coping?
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Intermediate

How Am I Coping?In this video, Dawn discusses the process of moving to a new home, including deciding what to pack and adjusting to a new daily routine. She emphasizes the importance of bringing comforting and familiar items to create a sense of belonging in the new environment. Additionally, she shares her plans for incorporating exercise, healthy eating, and productive activities into her adjusted schedule.Chinese at Dawn
After creating 800 minutes of podcast content - My biggest lessons
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Intermediate

After creating 800 minutes of podcast content - My biggest lessonsClara discusses her recent personal project of creating a Chinese language podcast to help others learn the language. She shares the importance of not seeking perfection at the beginning, consistent practice, and early planning to make content creation a habit.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
On using social media less
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Intermediate

On using social media lessThe video discusses the reasons why the speaker decided to use social media less, citing issues such as comparison with others, time wasted, and impact on attention span. By reducing social media usage, the speaker found more time for real connections with friends and family, leading to more relaxed and genuine conversations.王某某的中文课 Mandarin with momo w.
My favorite book
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Intermediate

My favorite bookThe video discusses the host's favorite book, "The Anthropocene Reviewed" by John Green, and highlights the deep reflections and insights the author provides on human existence and societal phenomena. The host recommends the book and asks viewers about their favorite books and preferences for reading physical or electronic books.王某某的中文课 Mandarin with momo w.
Why I want to start a podcast
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Intermediate

Why I want to start a podcast王某某的中文课 Mandarin with momo w.
Room tour 2.0
11:37

Beginner

Room tour 2.0The video is a tour of the narrator's home, showcasing the changes that have occurred over time, including the addition of a new dog and the adjustments made to accommodate the pet.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
What are your hobbies?
08:15

Beginner

What are your hobbies?The video introduces Juno, who enjoys snowboarding, crafting, and scuba diving. She has been snowboarding for 3 years, finding it cool and exciting. She also likes to document her life through crafting and previously enjoyed diving before falling in love with snowboarding.Unconventional Chinese
A Day in My Life
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Intermediate

A Day in My LifeThe video follows a day out with Coco and her brother exploring their surroundings and sharing a meal with a friend. Coco reflects on cultural differences and religious experiences while enjoying the beauty of springtime and interacting with her cat.Learn Chinese with Coco
Graduation Ceremony
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Intermediate

Graduation CeremonyThe video follows Coco who decides to skip work to find a pretty dress for her graduation ceremony in Budapest, but ends up not buying one. Instead, she enjoys some Vietnamese coffee and shares footage of her graduation, expressing joy at finally completing her four and a half years of undergraduate studies.Learn Chinese with Coco
What’s happening to eggs in the US?
05:40

Beginner

What’s happening to eggs in the US?The video talks about an American student who loves to eat scrambled eggs with tomatoes, but due to the increase in egg prices caused by sick chickens, he decides to stop eating eggs for a while, much to his girlfriend's amusement.Unconventional Chinese
A Day in My Life
06:24

Beginner

A Day in My LifeThe video showcases Coco's outdoor activities on a sunny Saturday, including a run, a visit to a fruit store, and a stop at a famous cafe where she bought some small cakes for dessert. Coco also discuss cultural differences in dessert-eating habits.Learn Chinese with Coco
Learn Chinese with casual conversations
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Beginner

Learn Chinese with casual conversationsThe video is a podcast discussing Chinese morning routines, including vocabularies, expressions, and Chinese food culture. It also touches on different preferences for breakfast and the importance of eating a healthy breakfast.Learn Chinese with Coco
Fruits & colors in the supermarket
04:18

New starter

Fruits & colors in the supermarketIn the video, Juno goes to the supermarket to buy fruits and vegetables. She bought melon, oranges, cucumbers, and more, all in different colors.Unconventional Chinese
Celebrating Chinese New Year
08:35

Advanced

Celebrating Chinese New YearThe video follows a family as they shop for Chinese New Year decorations, snacks, fruits, and groceries at a supermarket. They prepare a festive meal, make dumplings, and dress in traditional clothing to celebrate the Lunar New Year together.A Cup of Chinese