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On Being Alive

On Being Alive

Written by: Christine
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 A podcast where I talk about all the things - ups, downs, awkwards, and in betweens.Christine Social Sciences
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  • About imposter syndrome.

    About imposter syndrome.
    Apr 30 2022
    I was at the gym recently when some dude with his friend came up to me and complimented me about my strength and physique. I thanked them, yet in my mind I thought, “Wrong. You have no idea what’s going on underneath the looks.” So often, we think that people who look “good” on the outside must have it all together, but honestly, it’s a mess inside. The looks is just, you know, a distraction. Also, another definition of imposter syndrome - doubting you abilities. When it comes to language learning, I can’t seem to convince myself that I’m at least at an intermediate stage and get over that “I’m still a beginner” hump. Someone please tell me how I can “callus my mind” and walk straight up to a native and start a conversation.
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    13 mins
  • Reverse culture shock?

    Reverse culture shock?
    Apr 23 2022
    What does it feel like when you go back to your home country and you feel like an outsider? Personally I feel like an outsider here in Canada and yet when I’m back in Malaysia, I also feel like an outsider. From a polar opposite mentality to stupid beauty standards, I just don’t think I fit in (nor do I want to, I’m just a rebel by nature). Still, I don’t know where I belong anymore.
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    20 mins
  • Being afraid to love

    Being afraid to love
    Apr 19 2022
    Growing up in a very conservative Asian household, relationship is almost a taboo subject that no one talks about, and is frowned upon. But how has it really affected me? From pushing people away to finding out that I’m actually a hopeless romantic, I’m almost 30, not in a relationship and I’m against marriage and having kids. I think I’ll just get a dog instead.
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    20 mins
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