Do you notice that the younger generation in China is courageous? They are braver to venture into new experiences and be able to find fun above the agenda.
"Travel alone every year."
@Wu, 26 years old, sales director in the clothing industry
In Wu's case, working overtime during the week is quite common. Among his responsibilities are following up on the newly launched project led by his boss, handling the customer relationship that his colleagues cannot handle, writing proposals, communicating with superiors and subordinates, and departmental building teams. But no matter how busy he is, he always takes a trip every November.
Wu'photo album. (Photo/Wu)
He has traveled to Dali from Chongqing three times in the past three years with light luggage. During the trip around the island, he saw cherry blossoms, sunsets, Cangshan Mountain, and Erhai Lake, soaked in the sunshine, and slept until he awoke naturally.
"Do a good job for a better life. If you can create value for your boss, why wouldn't he treat you well?" Wu said.
"If I can't get the hot pot, the spicy soup will do."
@Jesun, 24 years old, regional sales manager in manufacturing
As soon as Jesun finished his studies abroad, he returned to Chongqing to begin his career. After several interviews, he earned a job at a top-rated manufacturing company in Chongqing.
Because of his good image and English proficiency, he was quickly promoted to regional sales manager. However, when he considered buying a house near the company to settle down, he was appointed head of the Zhengzhou branch in Henan Province a month ago. Initially hesitant, Jesun decided to embark on this journey into the unknown after being faced with the new environment and the pressure of opening up new markets.
"If I can't get the hot pot, the spicy soup will do. Although the mouthwatering hot pot in my hometown is irreplaceable, the spicy soup of Henan can also fill my stomach and heart." Jesun said he could find sparkles in every city if he tried hard enough.
The spicy soup. (Photo/Jesun)
"Enjoy being single and adopt two stray cats."
@Siyue, 23 years old, an employee of a pharmaceutical company
"Enjoy being single and adopt two stray cats." This was Siyue's dream when she was 18 years old, and it came true in 2022.
The fact that a nice girl like Siyue is still single is puzzling to others. But the truth is, she enjoys being single. At the beginning of this year, Siyue heard that there were two stray cats in a friend's community, which neighbors fed. One of the cats had injured its hind leg. So she took them home.
Siyue's two cats. (Photo/ Siyue)
She spent thousands of yuan on vaccinations, deworming, hair care, nutrition cream, cat litter and food, and treatment for the cat's leg. "Is it worth it?" one of her friends asked. Siyue says, "Now that fate has brought us together, they are my family!" These two cats are very lucky to be adopted by Siyue.
"Resign to study, give up a stable life for passion."
@Zhang, 30 years old, programmer
As an outstanding graduate of a prestigious university, Zhang successfully became a Chinese teacher at a school in Shapingba District, Chongqing, in the autumn recruitment of 2015. There is no doubt that he has an impressive resume in all aspects.
However, he quit the job in 2018 despite everyone asking him not to. One year later, he studied computer science, a subject he was passionate about, in another country.
The fact that Zhang, a liberal arts major, is so obsessed with programming is puzzling to others. Only Zhang knows that learning computer science has been his dream since childhood.
After Zhang completed his studies, he became an excellent programmer. He believes, "You only live once. Why don't you choose a career you love for the rest of your life?"."
"Wear what I want, do what I want to do."
@Mou, 23 years old, a student studying in Russia
Black lipstick, matched with colored contact lenses, punk leather pants, and metal jewelry, is Mou's favorite style.
Street comments and attention are bound to follow this outfit. But she does not care and has been dressed this way for years.
Mou also posts her daily outfits and makeup on social media platforms. The collocation of her dresses has attracted a large number of fans with similar tastes. Now she has made a fortune as a makeup blogger.
Just like her unique dressing style, she has a distinct personality. She says she probably will not enter journalism as a profession despite studying it in college. "I don't think we should put limits on ourselves," Mou said.