Meet the Bartons, a young, courageous and lovely couple who I had the pleasure to sit down and have a real talk of what is to move a family of 6 to China! Having arrived recently to the country, they are still on the learning curve of how the country’s systems work and how to pass from survival mode to comfortably living in this unique place. It all started because of Ryan’s ability to speak Mandarin, proving that learning a language can give you wings and the ability to fly anywhere you want!

We chat the challenges of bringing little kids into the country and how to navigate the academic as well as social life for the children and for themselves! From different behaviors and social norms that would maybe be perceived as rude in other places, Hannah and Ryan share their personal experiences and thoughts on adapting to this new society and raising a family at the same time.

We talk first impressions, food adventures, tips and things to know if you are planning on moving to China. This was a great and meaningful conversation on what it takes to embark on an unknown journey to an unknown land, as well as the importance of community building. New beginnings are never easy and it can be very daunting at times, but with a growth mindset and positive intention it can be the opportunity of a lifetime.

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