Travelling in Hanoi at the moment. Probably one of my favourite places in SE Asia. Anyone spent time here? Any suggestions of what to see and do?

Just thought I share my some private bookings that start this weekend. After contacting some old schools and colleagues back in Guiyang, I have added 5 students to my private work list. A group of 5 students wanting 2 hours of teaching in a group setting. My charge for this is £55 ($70) per hour. I have made a schedule for the rest of my free time, on a Saturday and Sunday (5 hours per day) and once this is filled up with groups I am earning more than the university is paying me! Its started and I am well ahead of the deadline I set earlier this year, and after lots of procrastination and over planning, over thinking, over talking, it is now happening! .......If I can do it, I know you all can!

Just saw a Western couple walking their Dalmatian up a Thai street, and it got me thinking... Why do so many expats move to Thailand only to live in a bubble? They rent big houses, buy cars, and even import their cats and dogs. Once they're here, they don't bother to learn the language and exist in this sort bubble, completely detached from Thai society. They're literally here just for the low cost of living... ...and I'm surprised the Thais put up with it. These people think and act as if they're still in the United States. They bring their rude behaviour and expect the Thais to adapt to their cultural norms. They're so clueless that they don't even process that this is an entirely different culture and that they are looked upon like complete fucking weirdos. Then they have the nerve to complain about how they feel outcast and want to know why the Thai people won't grant them easy access to citizenship, etc. Truth be told, they have zero fucking interest in becoming Thai; all they're thinking is 'save money, save money, save money. Ponce, ponce, ponce. It's quite sickening really. These two cultures are vastly different in almost every single way and this isn't just annoying... It's a problem. It affects everyone who has made an effort to integrate, those who have married into Thai society, had families, etc. Because every foreigner gets lumped in with these leeches. Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Just wanted to share a bit about my week. I've been under the weather and it's fucking sucked. Normally, I'm all about moving forward and keeping busy. But this illness (I say illness... flu... cold... whatever...) forced me to hit the brakes. And I'll be honest, it's been tough. I found myself getting frustrated for being sick. Like I was somehow failing by not being 100% all the time. But here's the thing... We often forget that it's okay to slow down. Especially when your body is screaming for a break. This week made me realise how harsh we can be on ourselves. We're not machines. Health isn't just another item on our to-do list. It's the foundation of everything we do. So here's my takeaway... Next time life forces you to pause, try not to fight it. Use that time to recharge and reflect. Your body and your business will thank you. Would love to hear if any of you have experienced something similar. Feel free to share your stories. Stay healthy and keep hustling, but don't forget to listen to your body.