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Concluding the "Best Of 2016" Week, this wrap up episode recaps two moments from 2016 where co-hosts Ally and Pete felt particular impact. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete at pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org.

We're almost at the beginning of a new year and this show can give you some perspective on how to have a mindset of success as we seek to grow. This was a show that I did with my co-host Ally on "Leveling Up Your Life: getting what you deserve." It's a challenging concept but one that was one of our most downloaded shows of 2016 so we're giving it back to you today for another round. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. Be well.

As many of us know, the holiday season is an amazing time to spend with family and friends. It's also a time when we have a tendency to overeat! Since we're dedicated to expat wellness, this "end of the year" show can help us stay healthy in the new year with "Strategies for "Low Carb, Healthy Fat" eating in China, with Bianca Fontana." // Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. Be well.

Best of 2016! If you're a parent, child, or just an interested family member this show is for you. We're featuring it in our "best of" series because it flew off the digital shelves. This show is packed with wisdom and insights so download and share. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. Be well.

Inevitably, life in China as an expat changes you. No matter which stage of the expat journey you’re in, this heart-felt interview with Ruth Stevenson will speak to you. If you’re brand new and still reeling from the shock of the move, her recount of the first few months may hit home. Conversely you may be feeling well-adjusted to life abroad or even closing out your time here, yet hearing Ruth’s story of her first China expat experience, her repatriation home to the US, and adjusting to her second time in China will undoubtedly help you reflect on your time as a China expat and how you’ve changed.  // Connect with Ruth on WeChat at R.Stevenson. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org.

Originally, the intended title for this show was "Finishing out the year strong"; yet, as Pete and Ally sat discussing what finishing out the year looks like, the conversation quickly changed into something completely off the cuff. Tune in for more. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete at pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series with World Champion Michelle Aboro and her Aboro Academy Partner Yilan Yuen. In this episode, get ready to be challenged with a 12 week fitness program that will change your perspectives as well as your body. Join the Aboro Academy Community and challenge yourself to break through your barriers through the coaching of a World Champion Athlete. The best part, it's all for charity. Find out more about this extraordinary opportunity. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series with World Champion Michelle Aboro and her Aboro Academy Partner Yilan Yuen. In this episode, we hear from Michelle and Yilan about their philosophy of community and how they are growing a place of wellness not only for expats, but for Chinese nationals as well. Tune in and find out what makes the Aboro Academy the unique fitness solution in Shanghai. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.  

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we begin a series with World Champion Michelle Aboro and her Aboro Academy Partner Yilan Yuen. In this episode, we hear from Michelle about how she became interested in boxing as a young woman in England and also how she came to Shanghai to visit Yilan and a business idea was born. The Aboro Academy is an extra ordinary place where everyone can grow and overcome obstacles to their goals. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

How do you say Merry Christmas in Chinese and what's the meaning behind the characters? Tune in to this quickie episode so you can properly wish your friends and colleagues a very, Merry Christmas. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. 圣 Shèng Holy 诞 dàn Birth 节 jié Holiday 快乐 kuàilè Happy 过节 guòjié Spend a holiday 要回老家过 yào huílǎojiāguò Going back to my hometown 祝你 圣诞节快乐 zhù nǐ shèngdàn jié kuàilè Wish you a Merry Christmas

Much of the world celebrates Christmas, but do you know its origins? Have you heard the background to many of the common stories we tell around the Christmas season? In this episode, Ally picks Pete's brain and uncovers awesome Christmas facts that are sure to 'wow' at your next festive event. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete at pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series on "Getting Fit" with personal fitness coach, Andrew Jeanfreau. In episode 4, Andrew demystifies Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and how working out in this way can help everyone be more aware, self-confident, and more capable of living of effecting real change in their lives. This was very inspirational so tune in to learn more. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series on "Getting Fit" with an personal fitness coach, Andrew Jeanfreau. In episode 3, Andrew talks about the different types of clients that he works with and how each type needs unique solutions to their individualized issues. Tune in and try to identify which type you are...I'm a "Trimmer upper!" and have a laugh that will also motivate you to move! Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series on "Getting Fit" with an personal fitness coach, Andrew Jeanfreau. In episode 2, Andrew give very practical and helpful tips for staying fit during the winter months and during the holiday season...where there is temptation everywhere. Andrew's advice in this area with both soothe your fears and get you more motivated. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

Time to hit up the markets to buy gifts for back home! Learn the difference between asking for something cheaper and actually asking for it to be pricier... yes, yes it happens all.the.time. Tune in and don't let it happen to you! // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. 买 mǎi Buy 卖 mài Sell 买东西 mǎi dōngxī Buy things (aka...go shopping) 买衣服 mǎi yīfú Buy clothing 买包 mǎi bāo Buy bags GRAMMER 点 有点X yǒudiǎnX… VS… X点 diǎn 太贵了 tài guìle Too expensive! 有点贵…yǒudiǎn guì A bit too pricy 便宜 piányí 便宜点好吗 piányí diǎn hǎo ma Can you go cheaper? 有点热 yǒudiǎn rè A bit too warm 有点冷 yǒudiǎn lěng A bit too cold 有点胖 yǒudiǎn pàng A bit too fat 有点瘦 yǒudiǎn shòu A bit too skinny

The holiday season is upon us! Tune into this week's wrap up to catch up with what's been going on with Pete and Ally over the last few week's and to hear what's ahead. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete at pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we begin a series on "Getting Fit" with an personal fitness coach, Andrew Jeanfreau. In episode 1, Andrew tells us of his personal journey from Unites States Marine to Personal Fitness Coach and Mixed Marital Arts instructor. Andrew also shares his philosophy of fitness and wellbeing and it's eye opening and very practical. Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we finish our series on "Going Deeper." In this episode we are going to engage the question of how self-acceptance, and relationships help us grow into more loving people. When we "fall in love" all seems perfect in the world, and then reality sets in and we realize that people in our world are not perfect and neither are we. What's our response to that feeling? How can we grow through that pain? We'll explore those questions in this podcast. A special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

We begin this episode with a simple question: "How you ever secretly felt happy at someone else's failure?" If you have, then perhaps you were working through envy. We often don't talk about envy in the same way we talk about anger or frustration and any journey towards wholeness has to begin with being honest about our own negative emotions. So let's get real, drop the pretense, and delve into this fascinating and timeless topic. A special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this episode of Limitless Laowai we continue our series on "Going Deeper." In this episode we are going to engage the question of when does striving for excellence blur into a desire to be perfect at all costs? What are the emotional and psychological costs of being a perfectionist? Is there any benefit to being a perfectionist? A special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.