Category: Ikigai
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H&W|Whatās Your Passion?
Discovering what lights you up isnāt just a hobby ā itās part of your wellness. When you weave your passions into your daily life, even in small ways, you create a rhythm that grounds your spirit and brings you back home to yourself.
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Blog Challenge|šø Embracing My Japanese Heritage šø
What aspects of your cultural heritage are you most proud of or interested in? šø Embracing My Japanese Heritage šø When I think about the aspects of my cultural heritage I am most proud of, my Japanese roots rise to the top. Iāve always been drawn to the philosophy of Ikigai ā the sense of…
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Life|65|Thank You, Mommy and Daddy
Thank You, Mommy and Daddy š» As I continue my journey, I find myself finally understanding you both more deeply. Mommy ā you were quiet, steady, and strong. You poured yourself into being a wife and mother, creating a home filled with peace and order. You protected our space from chaos, and in doing so,…
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Life|65|The Koi
Learning From the Koi š As I grow older, I find myself craving a deeper connection to my Japanese heritage. My roots are part Japanese and part German, but thereās something about the traditions and symbols of Japan that call to me in a special way. One symbol that has captured my attention recently is…
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Evening Reflection|Today Was a Dayā¦
Today Was a Dayā¦ Today was one of those daysābusy phones, challenges, and frustrations. But in the middle of it all, I found ways to bring light in: I laughed at the unexpected humor that popped up. I grabbed a snack in Dr. Davidās team office. I was gifted a couple of Vietnamese coffee packetsāperfect…
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Life|65|A Friendship Spoken Into Existence
A Friendship Spoken Into Existence Before I ever returned home, I sat in a Zoom interview with someone who saw me not only as a potential co-worker but as a future friend. She looked at me through the screen and said with confidence, āI want you, and weāre going to be friends.ā At the time,…
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Life|š§ļø Welcoming the Rain in Seattle
š§ļø Welcoming the Rain in Seattle The weather shifted todayāsoftly at first, with the gentle patter of drops against my window. I left it open, just enough to let the cool air and rain sounds drift in. Itās a rhythm I could listen to for hours. Seattle is famous for its rain, and living here…
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H&W|65|Exploring the Japanese Approach to Health & Wellness ā From Heritage to Daily Life
Exploring the Japanese Approach to Health & Wellness ā From Heritage to Daily Life I am half Japanese, but all of my elders on my fatherās side are gone now. I often wish I could sit with them and listen ā really listen ā to their stories, their wisdom, and how they approached health and…
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