Back in my college days, I pursued a major in the arts, despite my father's initial opposition. He expressed concerns about our family's financial situation, suggesting that we couldn't afford to support my pursuit of art. In the minds of many parents, studying art equated to a life of poverty and struggle. However, I ultimately chose to follow my passion for the arts. I firmly believed that doing what I loved would eventually lead to self-sufficiency and a fulfilling life, with financial stability being only a matter of time.

Fortunately, I witnessed my belief materialize into reality. Through a series of fortunate events, I ventured into managing my own Airbnb rental property. I fell in love with the work, and thanks to my background in art, my Airbnb business thrived. With the help of friends who spread the word, I attracted numerous inquiries. To save time from repeatedly answering similar questions, I began sharing my experiences on social media platforms. Soon after, I was invited to teach Airbnb investment and management strategies, followed by requests for my expertise in professional staging. My career evolved from a personal interest into a successful venture, organically and seamlessly. Today, my approach to my children's education is much more relaxed. I believe that even in pursuits like the coveted Ivy League admissions, what matters most is the kind of individuals they become.

我当年大学读的是艺术类专业，我爸也曾经反对我。我爸说，虽然家里条件还可以，但也没那么多钱让你念艺术。在很多家长的观念里，学艺术，等同于贫困潦倒，连自己都养不活。但我最终还是选择学了艺术。因为我一直相信做自己喜欢的事，最终肯定可以自食其力，并且可以生活得很好，钱只是个时间的问题。 事实上，我很幸运地看到了我坚信的理念变为现实。由于一些机缘，我开始经营自己的Airbnb民宿。我深爱这份工作，而且得益于我艺术的背景，我的民宿生意非常成功。随后，身边的朋友帮我扩大了宣传，引来了很多咨询者。为了省去反复回答相似问题的时间，我将我的经验分享在社交平台上。后来，有人邀请我去讲授Airbnb投资经营；再之后，有人寻求我的专业Staging帮助。我的事业从最初的个人兴趣一步步发展，水到渠成。 现在，我对待孩子的教育态度也很放松。我觉得哪怕是很多华人家长感兴趣的爬藤录取，更看重的依然是他们会成为什么样的人。