永远不要寻找自我 Find Yourself: Never

For me, the quest to “find yourself” and be certain about who you are might just be a trap.

In a whirlwind of adventures, from the safari in Africa to the animated streets of Japan, my life has been a testament to the beauty of perpetual discovery and the joy of remaining undefinable. Through each captured photograph and shared story, I've come to understand that pursuing authenticity doesn't mean confining myself to the labels of traveler or photographer. Instead, it's about the courage to live freely, beyond the constraints of who we think we ought to be.

For me, the quest to “find yourself” and be certain about who you are might just be a trap. This realization has been both freeing and unsettling, challenging the solid identity I thought I had. It's a perspective gained through travel, photography, and pursuing international education—experiences that broadened my understanding and made me rethink my self-imposed labels.

Unraveling the Labels with Culture Chub and Istudentplus

I hope that by sharing more about my adventures, rather than facing judgment, I can inspire others.

It's pretty wild when you think about it – we're not just one thing. We change all the time, growing with every new thing we see, every person we meet, and all the stuff we think about. On my writing, previously Quora, Medium and now Culture Chub, I dive into all sorts of things I love – like hitting the road, snapping pics, writing about people, self improvement, and digging into international education. It's like this big, shiny mirror showing off all the different sides of who I am, way beyond any simple label. But I was scared to share this before. I was scared of revealing too much of myself and not fitting into a neat category. I hope to let go of that fear, and my world expand. I hope then to collaborate with other creatives, sharing experiences, and creating meaningful connections with people from all walks of life.

Similarly, my work with Istudentplus, helping students and professionals from various cultures and backgrounds to explore educational opportunities abroad, has further blurred the lines I once drew around my identity. Through these experiences, I realized that labeling oneself is a reductive exercise, diminishing the spectrum of who we could become. I hope that by sharing more about my adventures, rather than facing judgment, I can inspire others. I hope to encourage them to embrace their unique journeys, beyond the constraints of labels and predetermined identities.

The Trap of Certainty

Never find yourself and certain about who you are.
These are the things that keep us striving and discovering AND force us to be humble and accept people's differences.

For a long time, I was trapped in the belief—you either knew yourself completely or were completely lost. This mindset acted as a barrier to my personal development, restricting my experiences and growth. It led me to avoid challenging situations that didn't fit my rigid perception of identity, thus preventing me from learning and evolving. The idea of knowing yourself, finding yourself, and then wrapping your identity up with a neat bow is comforting. It provides a sense of certainty in a chaotic world. But it's a FALSE comfort.

Beyond Labels: My Journey of Continuous Rediscovery

I am many things, and yet, I am not just one thing.

I'm ready for an exciting adventure to break free from stereotypes. My goal is to delve into and share my enthusiasm for photography, document the unforgettable experiences from my travels, and offer my unique perspective on life without restrictions. I'm breaking out of the conventional mold, refusing to be confined to a single identity or allow my businesses to be hindered by traditional "professional" standards. Instead, I aim to use my journey to enhance my businesses further.

The beauty of life, I believe, lies in its unpredictability and our capacity to evolve. Every encounter, every place, every snapshot is a chance to redefine who we are and what we can be. The labels we cling to—no matter how comforting—are often just illusions of certainty in an uncertain world.

In sharing this, my hope is not just for my own liberation but to inspire others to question their own labels. To remind us all that in the ambiguity of not fully knowing ourselves lies the beauty of endless possibility. Our identities are not meant to be static; they are meant to be explored, challenged, and expanded infinitely.

In navigating forward, I remember the wisdom found in the unlikeliest places—from the serene temples of Kaohsiung to the bustling streets of Sydney. Each step, each story, is a testament to the complexity and fluidity of being human.

This is not just a call to unbox ourselves from society's labels, but to continuously breathe life into the expanses of who we are and who we can become. It's an invitation to live unbounded, exploring the vast landscape of self without the constraints of certainty. For in the vastness of experience, we find not a final version of ourselves, but a reflection of life's beautiful complexity.

I am many things, and yet, I am not just one thing. I am continuously evolving, learning, and growing. And perhaps, that’s the greatest adventure of all.

A Call to Reflection

My journey across diverse cultures, educational backgrounds, and landscapes, reflected in my professional work and personal hobbies, has taught me the importance of living beyond labels. Life is a rich tapestry, and discovering your true self isn't about adhering to a fixed identity. Instead, it's about embracing the diverse potential within you.

I say, dive into the uncertainty, learn from all the different experiences you have, and get that being true to yourself isn't about just one part of who you are. It's about how all the different bits of you come together in a cool, unique mix and keep growing ;)