Chinese-born businessman and investor Dong Feng, 57, found himself at a crossroads in 2006 after realizing there is more to life than a successful career and financial freedom. In his early 40s Dong lost a very good friend to suicide, which fundamentally changed the way he viewed the world and his life’s purpose. Fifteen years ago, Dong participated in a Chinese reality show where he learned the importance of giving and helping others. Since then, he has embarked on a new journey, dedicating most of his time to charity projects in China and most recently the United States. Dong spent more than eight months in the reality show in 2006, hiking 6,100 kilometers together with 25 other participants. They walked every day, crossing rivers and mountain ranges, even under extreme weather conditions. He suffered from muscle soreness, joint pain, and blisters and encountered many unwanted surprises including leeches, scorpions, and lice. In a …