The Lost Pride of Heaven: Fudan physics genius Sun Weidong wanders in New York
In this seemingly absurd and embarrassing story, Sun Weidong, a former genius physicist, is now wandering the streets of New York. Sun Weidong, who graduated from Fudan University with a bachelor's, master's and doctorate in physics, was a software developer on Wall Street, but his life trajectory turned to the impermanence of the streets.
Embarrassing street life
Sun Weidong's life has been a bumpy journey, from software development on Wall Street to wandering the streets of New York. In the blogger's video, he recounts his past as having worked on Wall Street but quit his job and got stuck in the mire of life. Homeless, he lives on a park bench or subway station as his bed, and relies on handouts for three meals a day. He picked up clothes and quilts discarded by others, and his life was extremely difficult.
Unemployment and mental health are intertwined
Sun Weidong explained his predicament, and that unemployment caused his livelihood to be unstable and unable to pay rent, which in turn affected his mental health. He admits that he used to be ambitious, not pragmatic, and missed many opportunities. This combination of unemployment and mental problems made it impossible for him to work normally, and his life was in a difficult situation.
A glorious past
Sun Weidong was a physics genius at Fudan University and passed the CUSPEA exam to study in the United States. He published 32 SCI papers during his academic career, however, his life trajectory left the path of a physicist. Even though he has a U.S. green card and nationality, he has become a homeless man and a portrayal of the vicissitudes of the once proud son of the sky.
The Fudan Alumni Association stepped in to help
In this heartbreaking story, the New York chapter of the Fudan University Alumni Association has stepped in and helped solve Sun Weidong's food and clothing problem. However, Sun Weidong expressed a desire to return to China, but his return to China was fraught with difficulties due to identity and document issues.
Netizens are hotly discussing Sun Weidong's fate
Sun Weidong's experience has attracted widespread attention and heated discussions. Many netizens expressed their regret for his once glorious career and his current fate. Some netizens believe that this story reflects the real-world challenges of precarious occupations and mental health issues in society.
Some netizens paid attention to Sun's high-paying work experience on Wall Street and expressed their confusion as to why he gave up such an opportunity, while others pointed out that the fierce competition and work pressure in modern society may have had a profound impact on his decision.
Where is the responsibility? Netizens have different opinions
Some netizens questioned whether the society provided enough support and protection for highly educated people, and believed that geniuses like Sun Weidong should receive more attention. On the other hand, it has also been pointed out that everyone's destiny is shaped by their own choices and circumstances, and it is worth pondering whether Sun Weidong is responsible for his own life.
Lack of social care
Some netizens pointed out that in this material society, there is not enough attention to mental health issues, and there is insufficient care and support for people like Sun Weidong who are facing difficulties. There are calls for more mental health services to prevent similar tragedies from happening again.
To return to China or to stay in the United States? Netizens are clearly divided
On the question of whether Sun Weidong should return to China, netizens have different opinions. Some people believe that returning home is the best option for solving problems, as it may be easier to get support from family and society. While others believe that with more opportunities in the United States, he should try to reintegrate into society, find a stable job, and lead a normal life.
Reflection on deep-seated social issues
The story provokes a deep rethinking of the structure of society, the education system, and career development. Netizens have called on the society to pay more attention to the cultivation of talents and life security, so as to avoid the pride of heaven like Sun Weidong from eventually going to the brink of loss.
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