It's a bit different in mainland China due to the large population. If everyone cleared their own trays, cleaners might not have enough work, leading to layoffs.

I'd love to go to Taiwan for some bubble tea.

Shenzhen isn't very exciting. I'd recommend Guangzhou or Hong Kong instead.

Honey, if anyone in Shenzhen is giving you trouble, just drop my name: 110!

The climate is so unpredictable everywhere these days.

Always so quick to 'warn people off,' and brimming with confidence, aren't we?

It's pretty good, actually!

Where is this? I think I might have gone to a 'fake' Dafu Mountain.

Definitely avoid taxis that are parked and waiting for passengers; they're practically scammers, and never take their recommendations. It's like this in every city. Last time we went to the Qingxi Mausoleums, we paid for a licensed guide. We drove, she rode with us, and her commentary was absolute rubbish. Then she just kept pushing us to go to this banquet or that feast. When we insisted on not going, she got all sulky.

Can you really trust what ride-hailing drivers say? I'd recommend Siji Minfu near the Temple of Heaven.

Yeah, I've scrolled through so many posts and almost never see any 'no-shopping' tours.

Hehe, thank you! You're always welcome back in Hangzhou!

4. The funniest thing was when we randomly visited a temple and she drew a 'bad luck' fortune slip. I told her, 'Chinese people believe in themselves. If it's a good sign, thank the gods; if it's bad, then my fate is in my own hands, not heavens.' But she wouldn't listen and just got all emo. For the rest of the trip, she moped about her bad luck, always with a gloomy face, which was a real downer. Different mindsets really show through when traveling. 5. When you travel, you obviously want to try authentic local food. I suggested snacks; she didn't like them or want to try. I said I wanted to try local specialty dishes, as they best reflect the food culture; she didn't like those either. We go to a province known for spicy food, and what main course does she order? Dongpo pork?! We finally managed one meal of local cuisine, and it turned out to be Hangzhou-style food. Conclusion: In the future, I'll save up my money and travel alone. It's much happier than having to cater to some princess.

That's why the original poster also said in the end: no one willingly chooses to endure life's hardships, but we all have to keep on living.

For me, what I appreciate most about big cities is their inclusiveness. In places like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, you can wear whatever clothes you like, get tattoos, dress revealingly, or engage in some pretty unconventional hobbies. In smaller places, these behaviors would get you labeled. If you're not mentally strong, it's easy to be swayed. But big cities are very tolerant; people might glance, but they won't look at you strangely. You can live more like your true self.

Welcome to visit Beitou if you have the chance, to enjoy the hot springs, delicious food, and tea!

Having something to look forward to (what we call 'pantou') is the most important driving force for living. My 'pantou' is being able to travel to several countries at the end of the year; I've planned six this year. In daily life, you also need to continually find things you love to do to dilute the frustration. Spend less time on your phone. The internet is full of emotional landmines, with people endlessly arguing over meaningless topics. Find things you like, things you yearn for—that's how you can live happily.

I deeply regret resigning from my job at the state-owned enterprise. That position might have been the best I'll ever have...

I'm going through that right now.

My experience was so bad I specifically came online to search about this.