CZ MEMOIRS – Chapter 16: From Jiangsu to Vancouver

CZ MEMOIRS – Chapter 16: From Jiangsu to Vancouver

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This chapter recounts the early life of CZ, detailing his family's move from Jiangsu, China, to Vancouver, Canada, when he was twelve. It highlights his experiences with new beginnings, the struggles of starting from scratch, and the foundational lessons learned through various part-time jobs that instilled responsibility and endurance.

age12 - 16 years old
emotional intelligence
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