Some more differences between Shanghai and Beijing.

During the two-month lockdown in Shanghai, did anyone want to just "run away"?

How did people feel during the two-month COVID-19 lockdown in Shanghai?

What was the effect on people's mental health during the two-month lockdown in Shanghai?

How do people feel about Shanghai during and after the city's two-month lockdown?

What were some of the thoughts Shanghai residents had during the lockdown?

Some people wanted to leave Shanghai, but it wasn't always because of the pandemic.

What do young people feel about living in Shanghai, in general?

The lockdown in Shanghai had many young people thinking about their past and future career decisions.

Chen Zhe'nan is a yoga instructor.

Yoga instructor Chen Zhe'nan shares his story and what success truly is.

Hidden in an alley in central Shanghai is a noodle shop owned by a man whom everyone calls "the Butler."

Meet Yanni, a former magazine editor whose inner voice tells her there's more to her life than the one she has known.

Former magazine editor, Yanni, resigned from her job to make short cooking videos, tackling a problem faced by those living alone.

Having worked for other people her entire life, Annie has finally gone into business for herself, organizing weekend markets in Shanghai.

Annie also works at an old European furniture shop that features items she and her husband have collected over the past several years.

A self-professed introvert, the Butler discusses a swimming club he joined.

Yanni organizes a small party for someone who has inspired her.

Annie recalls when she decided to begin her working life in Shanghai.

As Yanni prepares for a project, the Butler explains what "craft" means to him.

The Butler describes his current stage in life.

To keep up with the accumulation of items, Annie decides to open a shop.

Once completed, Yanni Cai's "Meal for One" project gains substantial popularity.

Chinese entrepreneurs share some advice for those seeking inspiration to do their own thing.