Phoebe shares her experiences of cultural immersion in Hong Kong, using humorous anecdotes and reflective insights to challenge preconceptions and explore identity evolution. Phoebe's talk inspires the audience to embrace the transformative power of cultural experiences. Phoebe Dukes, an English Language Assistant at the Hong Kong Design Institute, embarked on an exciting journey from London to Hong Kong in 2023 through a placement with the British Council. With an interdisciplinary background and international experiences, including a year in Germany, Phoebe was eager to dive into new cultures. In her engaging TEDx Talk, she shares her experiences of cultural immersion in Hong Kong, using humorous anecdotes and reflective insights to challenge preconceptions and explore identity evolution. Phoebe's talk inspires audiences to embrace the transformative power of cultural experiences. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx