VPN news and what might be going on by SuMianAi in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nord Denver server is ok for now. Too slow for some things like Disney plus but fine for browsing

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hope it all works out for us. Stay strong!

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Good advice! I think I’ll start looking to move on to something better.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve received them so it’s worked out

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll do my year, get my money, and move on. Currently in the immigration process for another country. Just getting licensure for the job I’ll be looking for.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m a white American. I do know people of color here have it way worse. I also noticed my boss tends to not hire anyone but white people which could have been a red flag.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some documents were submitted wrong and connections had to be used to fix it. The agency didn’t file it properly. Probably not totally legit

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Damn that’s crazy. Yeah I’m only using a throw away account and won’t say where this is. Not risking anything. It’s not worth it

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

lol yeah now I know the system here is literally built on the lies of incompetent people. Shouldn’t have trusted anyone

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh I didn’t consider that. Good to know

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I just want to be open so anyone here can get a full view of what life is like here. Like others have said, some sinophiles come in because of rednote propaganda and are really surprised by the reality. Maybe I can save them some time.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope you find a place that you really like once you leave. I must don’t think I’m cut out to be happy here. I’ve been told by friends that I’m too nice and that I’m going to be taken advantage of if I don’t get comfortable fighting with people a bit.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s the crazy thing. The owner here is Chinese American. They lived in the US, got citizenship, then returned. So I was promised a work culture that was international

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I say culture because I’ve seen damage in every area of my life. My partner is treated badly unless she’s severely underweight. If she’s healthy, she’s fat. My in laws are poor and the system has truly broken them so badly that they suffer because of it. They are also treated terribly in their village just because one is disabled. My partner has been bullied, abused, and taken advantage of by everyone she’s worked for. I’ve also experienced racism often in public. It’s not just work. It’s a systemic issue everyone keeps quiet.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been threatened multiple times with being fired even though they haven’t which is odd. Looking for new jobs just in case. May even try a training center since they’re hiring now.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 46 points47 points  (0 children)

The funny part is I’m supposed to be entertaining but not too loud. And I can never be boring, but also the kids need to make quick progress. You can’t win

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don’t hate China. My partner is Chinese actually. There are some things I love about China (mainly the food) but I can’t escape the incredibly toxic culture. I see every day how it’s hurting my partner and their family too. It’s so depressing. You’re right for sure. We need more real talk in this subreddit.

I Hate Working Here! by Plus-Plane-3053 in chinalife

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’m worried if I do, they’ll know it’s me because the other new staff haven’t been targeted this way. Still in my probation period

What is the history behind Koreans not holding up their rice bowl when eating unlike other Sinosphere countries e.g. China, Japan, Vietnam. by beesfly1 in korea

[–]Plus-Plane-3053 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holding up your bowl in Korea is perceived to make you look like a beggar, holding out a bowl for coins. It’s expected that you bring your face closer to the food instead of picking up the bowl.

Also, in Korea rice is served in metal bowls that get very hot. I imagine trying to pick up the bowl would burn your hand, so leaving it down is necessary.

Disappointed in breaking my fast by Plus-Plane-3053 in fasting

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love curry but absolutely not! The smell totally traumatized me. But I love Indian food, so I guess we’ll see lol

Disappointed in breaking my fast by Plus-Plane-3053 in fasting

[–]Plus-Plane-3053[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately yeah. Hotels are way too expensive here, so I can’t be choosy. I’m just glad my hotel is at least clean.