Benefits and Disadvantages of Being a Male

Like most living creatures in the earth, human are categorized into male and female. Members in this two groups have their specific roles in human society. I believe it is not only biological problem, but also sociology and anthropology problem when we…

4 Reasons to Learn Foreign Language

English is becoming the most popular language in the world. When we can communicate in one language why bother to learn a new language? Language channels the thought. John McWhorter said different languages will give difference experiences. For example, the word for…

Struggling and moving forward

Up until now, I’ve been study abroad for almost one year. It’s really been through a lot. I plan a lot but still feel lost. After I read this article, I agree with the author, though I haven’t personally experienced some of her points.

Reality Shock

I was lost, and yes I still feel lost. Prior to deciding which college I should attend, I did some research on each university I got…

On My Way to Leave

Before I arrive to UCSB last September, I have never visited here before. Though I had done some research and watched others’ experiences before I came here, but I realized later that things were different and more complicated that what I thought.

Caution: Assumed Male Responsibility Ahead

“You have to watch out for your sister and take care of her.” In my family, I am the oldest child; my sister is three years younger than me. Both of my parents often reminded me that part of my responsibility to the family was to look after my sister…

Learning a New Language

English class has been mandatory in China for many years. In the Ted Talk “4 reasons to learn a new language”, John McWhorter explains why people need to study a foreign language.

He believes that different language speakers will have different thinking method. For example, in…

Men, Go Ahead to Protect the Country, the World, the Universe.

“Honestly, I don’t care.” As my dad told me to watch the speech given by Emma Watson about calling for more gender equality, I told him that I didn’t care. As long as I am able to do the things I am doing today, then I…

Solace in Santa Barbara

Prior to unpacking the Uhaul trailer full of my life’s possessions in Santa Barbara, I had lived a semi-gypsy life…

Learning a New Language

After watching the TED Talk “4 Reasons to Learn a New Language” by John McWhorter, I learned few benefits for learning foreign languages. McWhoter believes language can channel people’s thoughts. He thinks people must learn some degree of a language to become a part of a culture. Also…