<p>Ben is an English teacher living in Vietnam for the past 5 years. He is an Asian American who was born in Hawaii. He tells stories of his first time living in Asia (specifically Japan); how he first encountered a different culture at the age of 19; the Japanese culture and how it affects his personality; coming out to teach English and his current life in Vietnam. Here is the timeline so it's easier for you to listen:<br> 00: intro</p> <p>20:15: how Japanese culture affects Ben’s personality</p> <p>34:00 Being an expat: loneliness or independence</p> <p>38:00 Missing home is a part of human beings</p> <p>47:00 We are supposed to be independent?</p> <p>57:00 How you feel in your 30s compared to the society’s stereotype</p> <p>1:09:00 how does travel affect your ego</p> <p>1:21:00 Advice for your younger self</p>