There is a philosophical concept called “Epoché” (suspension of judgment), which means withholding premature conclusions about things. Looking back at my past working days, I remember a time when I was wrongfully blamed in front of others for a mistake I didn’t make. Later, when I calmly asked, “Didn’t we confirm that with the manager?”,
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Tomorrow is the Autumn Equinox, marking the official shift into a wonderful season. With the arrival of cooler breezes, thoughts naturally turn to the joys of “autumn for appetite” and “autumn for reading.” It is a special time to slow down, savor seasonal foods, open a good book, and gently nourish our hearts and minds.
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The other day at a convenience store, I met a foreign national whose Japanese was remarkably fluent, which took me by surprise. Witnessing people living and working hard in an unfamiliar country always gives me a powerful sense of inspiration and reminds me to keep doing my best. DeepConnection litlink HeartToHeart #異文化交流 #コンビニでの出来事 #日常の気づき
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The other day, I was surprised when an elementary school child suddenly greeted me. I had heard that at many schools, children are taught not to talk to or greet strangers for safety reasons. Given how cautious we must be in today’s world, it caught me off guard—yet it also filled me with a sudden,
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When talking with someone, we often find ourselves thinking about what to say next or how we should give advice. But what the other person might truly want isn’t just surface-level hearing—they want their feelings and the story behind them to be fully accepted. That’s where “Active Listening” comes in. It’s not just about using
Have you ever heard the word “empowerment”? While it might sound like a formal business term, its essence is actually very warm and gentle. It’s about drawing out the wonderful potential and energy everyone naturally possesses, supporting them to take a step forward with their own strength. Instead of doing everything for someone, it’s about
Every once in a while, it’s so good to completely forget about calories and just enjoy the pure joy of delicious food. Yesterday was the ultimate reward day for me. Together with my family, we enjoyed bread, ramen, ice cream, and all kinds of snacks without holding back at all. We ate whatever we wanted
Today I walked quite a lot. My legs feel like rigid sticks from the fatigue, but at the same time, I feel a wonderful sense of accomplishment. #Walking #DailyReflection #Accomplishment #RestAndRelax #GoodDay #SelfCare
When studying Japanese verb conjugations, do the terms “Ren’yōkei” (conjunctive form) and “Rentaikei” (attributive form) ever get confusing? Actually, once you know the meaning behind the kanji, it becomes surprisingly simple to understand! Just like their names suggest, they simply describe “what the form connects to.” Once you catch onto this rule, grammar becomes much
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The third Monday of September every year is “Respect for the Aged Day.” This year, 2026, it falls on September 21st (Monday, a national holiday) The Origin of Respect for the Aged Day Originally, Respect for the Aged Day began in 1947 (Showa 22) in Nomatani Village, Taka District, Hyogo Prefecture (present-day Taka Town) as
