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Have you ever received a strange message about a package, a bank account, a family emergency, or an opportunity that felt too urgent to ignore?

In Taiwan, scams are everywhere. But this episode is not only about avoiding scams. It is about understanding the emotional pressure that makes people vulnerable to them.

Scams do not begin when you click the link.

They begin when your body gets rushed.

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In this episode of Taiwanica, Eric introduces a new chapter for the podcast: conversations with people building something meaningful in Taiwan.

This is not just an entrepreneurship series.

這不是一個單純的創業系列。

It is a series about people who choose to build something in Taiwan and are changed by the process.

Eric shares why Taiwanica is bringing in more real stories from people living the lessons of clarity, cou...

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In this episode of Taiwanica, Eric talks about why you may not actually need more motivation. You may need less energy leakage.

Many people feel tired, unmotivated, and emotionally drained, but the real issue is not always laziness or lack of discipline. Sometimes your energy is leaking into conversations you keep avoiding, boundaries you keep softening, people you keep tolerating, emotions you keep re...

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In this episode of Taiwanica, Eric talks about one of the most important life skills most people never study: negotiation.

Negotiation is not only for sales, business, or marketing. In daily life, we negotiate with bosses, coworkers, partners, parents, children, friends, and even ourselves. Whether you are asking for a better salary, setting a boundary at work, talking with your family, or trying to co...

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In part two of The “Yeah, But…” Trap, Eric goes deeper into the limiting beliefs hiding underneath your excuses.

In part one, we looked at how people often say 可是… kě shì… — “but…” — when they hear advice that could help them. In this episode, we go underneath the excuse and ask the real question:

如果這真的有用，我需要面對什麼？
rú guǒ zhè zhēn de yǒu...

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In this episode of Taiwanica, Eric explores one of the most common hidden patterns that keeps people stuck: the “Yeah, but…” trap.

In Chinese, we can call this 可是心態, kě shì xīn tài — the “but mindset.” It shows up when you say you want change, but immediately dismiss the advice, tools, or opportunities that could actually help you.

Maybe you think:

可是我沒時間 — but ...

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Ever feel like your brain's a hamster wheel on steroids—spinning with "what ifs" that won't quit—while a heavy fog of "why bother" settles in? In this raw episode of Taiwanica, we cut through the noise of Taiwan's high-stakes hustle (think MRT meltdowns and endless Dcard doom-scrolls) to drop two game-changing breathing hacks that slash anxiety and lift depression vibes in minutes. No ther...

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How to Turn Jealousy, Envy, and 比較心態 Into Growth

In this episode of Taiwanica, we explore how jealousy (嫉妒, jí dù), envy (羨慕, xiàn mù), and comparison (比較, bǐ jiào) create self-doubt and internal friction (內耗, nèi hào) in our daily lives. Learn how these common emotions can keep you stuck when left unchecked, and discover practical strategies to transform them into action, appreciation, and per...

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"Can we talk tomorrow?"

Your boss sends those four words, and suddenly your mind turns into a multi-season Netflix series. Am I in trouble? Did I mess up? Am I getting fired? You spend the entire night having 12 imaginary conversations and burning yourself out. The next day? They just want help on a new project.

In Taiwan, we often dismiss this as 「想太多」 (xiǎng tài duō - thinking too much). But let&rsquo...

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「你人站在這裡，可是感覺不在。」 (You're here, but it feels like you're gone.)

Have you ever heard this from a partner, parent, or friend? Or maybe you've sat through an entire dinner nodding, smiling, and saying "uh-huh," only to realize you can't remember a single word of the conversation.

In Taiwan’s fast-paced, screen-dominated lifestyle, we have become absolute experts at Performing Presence. On the outside,...

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"你等一下有空嗎？" (Are you free later?)

When your boss sends that exact LINE message at 5:55 PM, your stomach drops. You haven't even replied yet, but suddenly your body feels heavy, your mind is racing, and your entire evening is hijacked.

Here is the brutal truth: The message isn’t what drained your energy. It's the war you fought inside your own mind afterward.

In Taiwan’s high-pressure work cult...

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Have you ever had a 30-second interaction ruin your next 5 hours?

A short message like "Are you free later?" or a specific tone from a colleague can knock your entire day off balance. In Taiwan, we are masters of staying polite. We say "沒關係" (it’s okay) when it’s not, and we push through. But while your mind stays busy with tasks, your body is collecting the "open loops" of every negative e...

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"Why is my life not changing?"

If you've ever asked yourself this while sitting at your desk at 8:00 PM on a Tuesday, this episode is for you. Most Taiwanese professionals feel "stuck," but the truth is sharper: You aren't stuck; you are just repeating a pattern.

In this deep dive, we blend the blunt logic of Alex Hormozi with the spiritual clarity of Sadhguru to look at the "silent agreements" we make ...

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Are you working harder but feeling like you’re falling behind?

In the high-pressure environment of 2026, many Taiwanese professionals are caught in a "split-attention" trap. We are so focused on the promotion, the boss’s approval, or the outcome of a project that we lose the very energy we need to actually perform.

In this relaunch episode of Taiwanica, we break down why "letting go of the o...

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Taiwanica is officially restarting.

In this episode, I share why the podcast is changing, what’s different moving forward, and the deeper intention behind this shift.

This is now a solo journey—focused on real, practical strategies for navigating life, work, and relationships in Taiwan.

Most people in Taiwan are doing everything right on the surface—working hard, taking care of family, ...

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In this heartfelt finale, we, Eric and Anita, bid a bittersweet goodbye to Taiwanica after nearly 4 years of growth, challenges, and connection. After reflecting on our personal evolution, we share key lessons from the journey, announce our business Start Now (mindset coaching classes blending mental and physical wellness), and tease two exciting new podcasts: Eric's Kriya in the Commute (quick medita...

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Tackling Burnout and Boundaries in Taiwan

Ever wondered why saying "no" feels impossible in Taiwan's fast-paced world, and how you could change that without losing face?

This episode reveals how one Taiwanese worker went from the brink of collapse to confidently saying no to bosses and family, reclaiming control of their life—what’s their secret?

• Master Boundary Setting: Learn culturally ...

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Dive into Episode 98 of the Taiwanica Podcast, where host Eric uncovers the surprising truths about water consumption and its impact on mental clarity. Forget chugging endless bottles – here's how to hydrate smarter for peak brain power and better health!

Powerful Take-Aways:

1. Beware the Hidden Dangers of Over-Hydration: Constantly sipping water might seem healthy, but it can dilute essential s...

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Welcome to Episode 97 of the Taiwanica Podcast with Anita and Eric! We share five quick tips to resolve arguments fast, based on our relationship experiences. These verbal shifts transform conflicts into opportunities for trust by viewing fights as learning experiences from different perspectives. Catch details on Anita's "Radiant You" class starting September 9th – an 80-minute online session s...