Surviving Thailand 101

What is “kraeng jai”? Why do Thais say “krub/ka”? Why do we call somebody “Khun” before their name? Here are some of #ThailandOnly customs that you SHOULD know that will help you survive Thailand!

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Thailand has some superstitions that we hold to our heart as it was passed on from the older generation. And fingers crossed, that it is not as out of this world as your home country. With no disrepect, get ready for some of outrageous Thai superstitions!

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We are calling all the sweet tooth and dessert lovers because we’re spilling the beans on Thailand’s best fruity sweets that you should not miss!

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What noodle dishes come to mind when you think of Thailand? If it’s Pad Thai, well guess what, there are plenty of other hearty and tasty noodles dishes here! Turn on your saliva glands, because here are the amazing noodles dishes besides Pad Thai!

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You need to pee. Or worse do the number two. You go into gas station to the public toilet and in horror, find yourself with a squat toilet. Great. So what do you do? Western style toilets might not be available so here are some helpful tips on how to survive squat toilets.

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Why do Thais carry an umbrella on a sunny day? What is a spirit house? Why do they go to the fortune teller? Breaking down some of the strange habits of Thai people and offering an explanation.  Why some may clash with Western cultures and norms immensely, but hey, that’s what makes us who we are.

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Driving on the shoulder? Not indicating when turn? Welcome to Thailand’s worst driving habits that you won’t find anywhere else in the world.

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When you’re stuck at home and the four walls suddenly become prison. Are you frustrated? Easily annoyed? Find yourself eating to quell boredom? These might be signs of cabin fever. Let’s talk about ways we can combat it and protect our mental health.

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Although originated from Taiwan, bubble milk tea has become a part of Thai life. It is everywhere. For this episode, we are going to be talking about the wonders of bubble milk tea in Thailand. What’s so great about it, what it tastes like, the pros and cons of drinking bubble milk tea and of course, and recommendations on where you can try that first glass of bubble milk tea.

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How do you navigate life during Covid-19? How do we work from home effectively, so we don’t drive ourselves nuts? This episode offers tips for singles, and families with children and small babies working from home and how we can adapt our mental outlook for the benefit of our well-being.

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