Im not really sure how to answer the question in a way that would satisfy you. Many people dont seem to understand how someone can want to spend time in a place so different. There are many reasons I came, but perhaps the most telling was that I get comparatively well-paid work very easily here in China, and that has proven convenient at some moments when I have been travelling on a shoestring in Asia have ended up in need. A more interesting answer to your question, and why I have spent more time in China, beyond my original intentions, is precisely because it is so different. I love the constant opportunities to learn, and grow. Actually, I like Chinese food and girls too. Language education, namely English, is my primary field of work, and I am still learning and growing in this career too. China is a nice place to do this. Sorry just so many ways to answer your question. There probably isnt any way for you to know personally, yourself, until you give it a try. If you did it for even a very short time, that might be enough to be sure that a long term stay is not for you. I do recommend everyone give it a try. China is certainly an amazing country, well worth a look.