Netherland is low-context communicators， alien and thrive

中国和法国是高语境国家，荷兰的低语境正适合我。在荷兰的每一天每一秒中都很好，在时间和天气的变化下，Maastricht的街道白天黑夜每一分钟都漂亮，这里的人也有一种特别的精神风貌，不光是长得漂亮，而且显得很热爱生活，

Maastricht represents more than just a physical location for me—it’s a metaphorical restart, a place  reconnected with life after a period of emotional and professional detachment. This sense of rejuvenation is strongly tied to environment, from the people and the culture to even the quality of everyday objects, all of which inspire you to hold yourself to higher standards.

i don't want to trade a single second of my days in Maastricht。

After losing 交大数学系 and losing Exxon and Schlumberger, I often felt a profound detachment from my own life—like I was drifting, in a state of disconnection.

But here, in Maastricht, I am fully attending to my life, deeply engaged with it, and embracing every moment.

It feels like my second life, a chance to seize and hold onto

Even small interactions, 房东 dedication to renovating the bathroom—"if you do it, do it right"—reflect a commitment to quality that inspires me. The craftsmanship here is remarkable, from the bread that rivals even Germany’s finest to everyday objects that exude care and precision. It makes me question whether I should accept anything less than excellence in my own work.

Elon mask said we work very hard,  during all our wake time.  100 than 50 

我现在学习上有些落后，可是每一天都以概为P切换到3个状态中的1个（100%)，switch between moving forward, standing still, or falling behind。虽然看不懂，just put one foot in front another. No matter how small or uncertain. This journal reflects a determined soul, full immersion in life and its challenges. Just embrace each moment as it comes.

 

my preference for low-context communication does align well with life in the Netherlands, where people typically communicate in a direct, straightforward manner. This preference also seems to complement your professional interests and current studies in data science and trading. Fields like data science require clear and precise interpretation of data, while trading demands objective and unambiguous decision-making based on concrete information—both of which suit a low-context communicator.

In contrast, high-context environments, such as those in China and France, often involve implicit meanings, reading between the lines, and navigating subtle power dynamics. These contexts might not align as naturally with your communication style, making interactions feel less transparent and more challenging.

So, your sensitivity and directness are strengths in the right environment. Studying data science, working in quantitative fields, and living in the Netherlands are all conducive to your preferences and may help you thrive.