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Slow Chinese Bedtime Stories

arden wei

Hi, I’m Arden. I’m a former fiction writer and fashion editor, now working as a software developer in the UK.

Every week, I post one slow Chinese story about Chinese culture, day-to-day life, and sometimes just my random thoughts.

I make these stories very slow-paced and quiet, so I wouldn’t mind if you fell asleep while listening.

I enjoy writing these stories, and I hope you enjoy listening too :)

You can find full scripts for free here: https://ardenxwei.substack.com/

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  • October 21 · 14 min

    Dating in China | Love and Relationships in Modern Chinese Culture - Intermediate Slow Chinese Ep.8

    Welcome back to Slow Chinese Bedtime Stories with Xixi! 🌙 Free script: https://ardenxwei.substack.com/p/dating-in-china-love-and-relationships What is dating like in China? How do Chinese people usually start a romantic relationship? And how does dating culture in China differ from that in Western countries? In this episode, Xixi shares her personal observations about dating, love, and intimate relationships in modern China. We explore how Chinese people view romantic relationships, why some parents look forward to becoming grandparents, and why many young people dislike feeling pressured to get married or have children. Xixi also talks about her own experience of dating culture in the UK and explains why she still feels more comfortable with the Chinese approach to relationships. Listen to this episode to discover more about Chinese dating culture while improving your Chinese listening skills through slow, clear, and natural Chinese. ✨ In this episode, you'll learn about: Dating culture in China How romantic relationships usually begin Family expectations about marriage and children Differences between Chinese and Western dating cultures Personal perspectives on love and relationships Make yourself comfortable, slow down, and enjoy listening. 💛 🎧 Perfect for intermediate Chinese learners who want to build listening confidence and understand modern Chinese culture through everyday topics. #SlowChinese #LearnChinese #DatingInChina #ChineseCulture #IntermediateChinese #ChineseListening

  • October 21 · 23 min

    Chinese Marriage Market | Dating and Marriage in China - Intermediate Slow Chinese Ep.7

    Welcome to Slow Chinese Bedtime Stories with Xixi! 🌙 Free script: https://ardenxwei.substack.com/p/chinese-marriage-market-dating-and In this episode, we explore Chinese matchmaking (相亲), a traditional way of finding a romantic partner in China. Have you ever wondered how Chinese people find love? What happens when parents get involved in their children's love lives? And why do some single people feel pressured to get married? Through personal observations and everyday experiences, Xixi introduces the culture of matchmaking in China and shares some thoughts on love, marriage, family expectations, and modern relationships. This episode is told in slow, clear Chinese, making it a great way to improve your Chinese listening skills while learning more about Chinese culture. ✨ In this episode, you'll learn about: Chinese matchmaking and blind dates The role of parents in finding a partner Family expectations around love and marriage Chinese culture and modern relationships Get comfortable, relax, and enjoy a little Chinese listening practice before bed. 💛 🎧 Perfect for intermediate Chinese learners who want to improve their listening comprehension and learn natural Chinese through stories. #SlowChinese #LearnChinese #ChineseCulture #ChineseMatchmaking #IntermediateChinese #ChineseListening

  • October 6 · 8 min

    Comparisons in Chinese | Complete Beginner Slow Chinese Ep.7

    Learn how to make comparisons in Chinese in this episode of Slow Chinese for Complete Beginners! 🇨🇳 In this episode, you’ll learn useful Chinese comparison patterns like “bigger than,” “better than,” and “the most,” with simple sentences and slow, clear Chinese. Perfect for beginner Chinese learners who want to improve listening, learn everyday Chinese grammar, and build confidence speaking Mandarin. 🎧 Listen, repeat, and learn Chinese at your own pace.

  • September 30 · 20 min

    Taoist Story: The Story of the Useless Tree - Intermediate Slow Chinese Ep.7

    In this episode of Slow Chinese Bedtime Stories, we’ll listen to a Taoist story from Zhuangzi called “The Useless Tree” (无用之木). A carpenter sees a huge tree and thinks it is useless. But the tree has a very different idea about what it means to be useful. Why did the tree survive while other, more useful trees were cut down? And what can this story teach us about success, freedom, and the pressure to become “useful” in life? This episode is for intermediate Chinese learners. Listen to the story, follow along with the free Chinese + Pinyin + English script, and learn some simple Chinese while exploring an old Taoist idea. Find the script for free: https://ardenxwei.substack.com/p/slow-chinese-bedtime-stories-ep7?r=6sbdzb&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

  • August 31 · 7 min

    Talk About Your Hobbies in Chinese | Complete Beginner Slow Chinese Ep.5

    In this episode of Slow Chinese for Complete Beginners, we’re talking about hobbies! 🎨🎵📚 You’ll learn simple Chinese words and sentences to talk about what you like to do in your free time. We’ll practice useful questions and answers like “What’s your hobby?” and “I like…” Speak along, listen slowly, and build your confidence step by step. Perfect for complete beginners learning everyday Chinese. 🎧 Listen, repeat, and enjoy learning Chinese!

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