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In this episode of Limitless Laowai we are continuing our series on "Going Deeper" by delving into the dark territory of co-dependence. This is a popular term in pop psychology but what does it really mean? Can helping other people really be bad for me? This third episode strikes looks at this question honestly. Tune in and get ready to feel a bit uncomfortable as we demystify the concept and reality of co-dependence. 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 are working through episode 2 of our series related to "Going Deeper." In this episode, we tackle the very real problem of workaholism and how devastating it can be to not only our inner growth but to our family and friends as well. Are you a workaholic? What IS the proper balance of work and leisure. Tune in and find out! 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 are beginning a series of podcasts designed to help us all "Go Deeper." I'm returning to some of the material I've taught for years to university students that proved to stand the test of time in helping them on their way to becoming more whole and integrated. This first episode strikes at the heart of that very question. What does it mean to be whole and how can we move towards a more complete wholeness? 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.

This is one of Ally's fav topics... Going clean and green in the home. Eliminating the toxic materials that we're so accustomed to cleaning with not only betters our health TODAY, it also helps save the world from tons and tons of toxic materials and plastic ending up affecting climate change and poisoning our food and water supply tomorrow. Tune into this show with ZeroWasteShanghai.com founder, Alizée Buyssschaert, to hear how fast, easy, effective and cost-saving it is to make your own DIY cleaning products. // Connect with Alizée on www.zerowasteshanghai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org // How are we doing? Send questions and comments to the host at ally@limitlesslaowai.com.

Mid-fall is the worst time for time management. Everything you've committed to early on seems to have piled on top of one another and if you find yourself backing out, or fulfilling obligations with little joy, then tune into this mini wrap up for a couple of thoughts to chew on over the weekend. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org // Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Ally@LImitlessLaowai.com.

Grocery shopping is a necessity. But it's also one of the activities that accumulates the most extra waste. We bring it into our homes, unpack what we actually want, and then fill our trash cans with the rest. How can we practically make moves to reduce this waste in our lives and in the world's land fills? Tune in to hear ZeroWasteShanghai.com founder, Alizée Buyssschaert, share her top tips and tricks. // Connect with Alizée on www.zerowasteshanghai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org // How are we doing? Send questions and comments to the host at ally@limitlesslaowai.com.

There's so much WASTE in our daily lives. Do you even notice? While living in the land of growing consumerism, what steps can China's expats take to cut down on our individual carbon footprint? In this show with ZeroWasteShanghai.com founder, Alizée Buyssschaert, dives into the five practical steps it takes to begin moving towards a zero waste lifestyle. Tune in to find out how easy it can be to do your part. // Connect with Alizée on www.zerowasteshanghai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org // How are we doing? Send questions and comments to the host at ally@limitlesslaowai.com.

Ah yes, China... the land of shopping. Some good, some fake, but all up for price negotiation. In this show with Ringy001 founder, Swan Huang, she dives into the top items to show for while you're visiting or living in the Middle Kingdom as well as how to hone your hustle skills to get that bargain deal you've had your eyes on. // Connect with Swan and her team by searching 'ringyringy' on Wechat. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org // How are we doing? Connect with your host at ally@limitlesslaowai.com.

Limitless hosts, Ally Mona and Pete Rogers, sat and watched the election unfold for hours.... Then they recorded this show. Half brain dead, half shocked but mostly confused, your hosts reflect on the election process and results in this week's wrap up. // Connect at ally@limitlesslaowai.com andpete@limitlesslaowai.com // Discover more online atwww.limitlesslaowai.com.

Would you intentionally take a one-year expat assignment? Tara and her family of six did... reluctantly! Now having lived three months back in the US, Ally caught up with Tara on her recent trip back to Shanghai. Tune in to hear Tara share highlights of her expat journey and the gifts it offered her family, as well as her repatriation highs and lows. This show, of course, is fantastic if you're preparing for your own journey 'home' but don't miss out even if you're in the early stages of choosing whether or not to take that leap abroad in the first place. // Connect with Tara on Wechat by searching ID TaraRynders. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // How are we doing? Write in to your hosts at ally@limiltesslaowai.com and pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

Looking for that good ol' taste of home without having to score fake copies off the street? Look no further! Founder of Ringy001, Swan Huang, has all the details you need to know to master China's streaming websites. Tune in for all the details and check out LimitlessLaowai.com, search 'Ringy' and find all the show notes pages. // // Connect with Swan and her team by searching "ringyringy" on Wechat. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more atwww.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the host at Ally@limitlesslaowai.com.

Author and humorist Funky Chicken is back for this week's wrap up. // Connect with the hosts at Ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Let us know how we're doing at the emails above.

Limitless is growing! We're now, two co-hosts, one sound producer, one social media expert and a content producer! Tune in to meet the new team. // Connect with the hosts at Ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Let us know how we're doing at the emails above.

Can I go to the store? You look tired; can you drive? Can the baby crawl? In English, it's all one word—CAN. In Chinese, it's three! Tune in to learn the difference and how to use néng 能 huì 会 keyi 可以 properly. // Connect to the host at Ally@limitlesslaowai.com // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Leave an honest review on iTunes and let us know how we're doing https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/limitlesslaowai-podcast-motivating/id946367163

In this episode of Limitless Laowai, recruitment guru Janice Hu reflects on the challenges and opportunities of returning to your country of origin. Tune in for deep insights that will help you transition more smoothly. // Connect with Janice on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-hu-a6902516. // 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 Ally@limitlesslaowai.com or Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

Are you ready to go to China? In this episode of Limitless Laowai, Pete sat down with recruiting guru Janice Hu as she shares her wisdom about successfully transitioning to China. Join us for a conversation that's sure to give you a few "a-ha" moments and things to think about as you get ready to take this amazing adventure. // Connect with Janice on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-hu-a6902516. // 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 Ally@limitlesslaowai.com or Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

In this last episode of our series with author and humorist Funky Chicken, she weaves more incredible (and true) tales of living and working in China that are sure to leave you smiling. She then invites us all to live our lives fully...in China, and everywhere. Intrigued? Check out www.findingfunkychicken.com. // 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 Ally@limitlesslaowai.comor Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

The weekly wrap ups with your hosts Ally Mona and Pete Rogers are BACK! In this show... get ready to get vulnerable. // Connect with the hosts at Ally@limitlesslaowai.com and Pete@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // How are we doing? Send comments, questions and demands to the hosts at those emails above. Positive feedback goes to Ally; negative goes to Pete.

What does it mean to be successful in China? In this third episode with humorist Funky Chicken, she shares her funny and poignant perspectives on living in China with no regrets. Want to learn even more? Check out www.findingfunkychicken.com. // 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 Ally@limitlesslaowai.com or Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.

Ringy001 is the first and only platform that provides free human translation to expats in China. By interacting with warm-hearted local bilinguals on WeChat, expats can get help with their daily problems that are caused by language barriers. In this show, Ringy001 founder, Swan Huang introduces a stellar way to manage all of your shipping needs. Tune in to find out how you can get everything mailed out, for cheap, without ever leaving your home. // Connect with Swan and her team by searching "ringyringy" on Wechat. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more atwww.concordiashanghai.org. // What'd you think of this show? Send comments, questions and feedback to the hosts at Ally@limitlesslaowai.comor Pete@limitlesslaowai.com.