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It's a cat!
I finally came here!
Takashi！
Acai bowl with Nagisa.
So glad we finally found Takashi, our little lost wanderer! 😆"
Everyone having a blast! 😆
TAKUMANIA
If you want it to be even bigger, go for two sizes up!
Cute！
In the evening, we met up in Nagoya!
Dai-chan sensei, who did the handpan for the meditation guided by Ichinose-kun,
at the end of the Hifumi Festival.
He’s someone who’s all about heart liberation, and our conversation went pretty deep!
I met a student.
Once again, I couldn’t help but want to tease him
and give some advice.
Meeting about the 6-month seminar starting in June in LA.
How does it sound, everyone?!
This is still a draft, but here’s the plan:
In June, there will be a seminar in LA.
Then, for the next four months (July, August, September, October),
it will be online. Finally, in November, there will be a seminar in Tokyo.
Of course, the entire course will be available online as well, making it a 6-month program!
Since this is the first batch, we’re offering it at a very affordable price.
That said, please let me try a few things out! Thank you in advance.
What I’m hoping for, after talking with Risa-chan, is something that will definitely lead to change—something that will build real strength, bring visible transformation, and make the future feel tangible.
Hello〜〜〜
Tea time in Nagoya was pretty deep.
Please share it with your buddies in Toyohashi!
Met an incredibly positive guy!
Thank you so much!
I’m really looking forward to it!
Grateful to everyone in Osaka！
Thank you〜
I feel your love Keiko〜
We do this in the morning!
In the near future, I believe people will look back and think,
"They were doing this back then."
There are many methods to induce a shift in consciousness by breathing in air in a hyperventilated way (I also like "fire breathing"), but after doing this in the morning, we then move on to outline the tasks for the day and follow up with a light meditation, totaling 40 minutes.
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So, what should you do?
- Warm your body with a hot shower or bath.
- Regulate your breathing (take 30 deep breaths → exhale completely and hold your breath).
- Gradually decrease the temperature of the shower and take cold water for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- During this time, do not stop or disturb your breathing (breathe as usual).
- Gradually extend the time you spend under cold water (ultimately aiming for 5 minutes).
This health method is advocated by Wim Hof, known as "The Iceman" from the Netherlands. He has gained worldwide recognition for his unique "breathing method" and "cold water immersion" techniques, which enhance immunity and focus. He has also submerged himself in ice-cold lakes and climbed Mount Everest in the winter almost naked, demonstrating the power of his approach.
Did you leave this world with 20 million yen?
You lost 20 million yen worth of experiences."1. Raising the Question: Is Sacrificing the Present for Retirement Really the Right Choice?
- Background
- With issues like the "20-million-yen retirement problem" gaining attention, many people feel anxious about saving for their later years.
- However, this raises an important question: “Is it really okay to sacrifice the present for the future?”
- Through Bill Perkins’ book "Die with Zero" we explore the question of when in life we should truly “enjoy” ourselves.
2．Core Ideas of "Die with Zero".
Don’t Postpone Joy—Make the Most of “Now”
- Since no one knows when their life will end, focusing only on the future and delaying happiness is a risky approach.
- While the book does not promote reckless spending, it emphasizes the importance of accumulating valuable experiences.
Life is Shaped by Memories, Not Money
- At the final stage of life, savings become meaningless.
- What truly remains is the collection of experiences and memories one has built.
- By investing in experiences that can only be had while young and healthy, we enrich our lives in a way that money alone cannot.
Time Spent Earning Money Cannot Be Recovered
- While working and increasing income is not inherently bad, continuously raising financial goals can result in losing time meant for spending and enjoying with family.
- Even if one eventually amasses a fortune, the time and experiences lost along the way can never be regained.
- As seen in the example of the author’s friend John, constantly chasing high financial goals can cause one to overlook life’s most important moments.
3．Real life Examples
The Story of John and Ellie, Facing Terminal Illness
- John and Ellie, a lawyer couple, faced a life-changing moment when John was diagnosed with a terminal illness.Ellie immediately quit her job to spend as much time with him as possible.
- Though they had only three months together, they deeply appreciated the importance of spending time with loved onesand had no regrets in their final moments.
- It is often only when facing death that people realize what truly matters.
The iPad Story: The Author’s Father
- In his later years, the author’s father struggled with limited mobility, making new experiences difficult.
- To bring joy to his father, the author set up an iPad so he could watch football games from his youth.
- This simple act turned past memories into a source of happiness, reinforcing the idea that memories are life’s true wealth.
The Regret of a Billionaire Friend
- John, one of the author’s friends, initially planned to retire and enjoy life once he reached his financial goal.However, he kept raising that goal, delaying his retirement.By the time he finally stopped working at 38, he had amassed an enormous fortune—but at the cost of his 30s, spent entirely on work.
- He could never relive his children’s early years or his own youth, leading him to regret not retiring sooner.
4．Key theoretical takeaways
Optimizing the Allocation of Resources
- Time, health, and money are finite resources.
- The book’s central idea is that we should strategically allocate our wealth to maximize experiences before it’s too late.
- In particular, experiences gained while young and healthy are far more valuable than money.
Reinterpreting The Ant and the Grasshopper
- The classic fable paints the ant (who saves) as right and the grasshopper (who enjoys the present) as wrong.However, real life requires both approaches.
- While an ant-like mindset of planning is important, adopting the grasshopper’s enjoyment of now is equally crucial.
- The key is to balance how much to save and when to enjoy.
The Superiority of Investing in Experiences
- Compared to material possessions, experiences have a stronger impact on long-term happiness.
- Even if one wishes to create new experiences in old age, physical and health limitations may make it impossible.
- Thus, investing in meaningful experiences while still young is the key to creating a fulfilling life.
The Dangers of “Work Addiction” and “Money Addiction”
- As income increases, so does social recognition, making it easy to fall into the trap of working too much.
- This habit can lead to losing time for spending money, enjoying life, or being with family—ultimately diminishing life’s richness.
5．Conclusion: A Balanced Approach to Life—Not Just Sacrificing the Present
Action Plan for Minimizing Regrets
- Make basic financial plans for the future (the ant mindset).
- Invest actively in experiences that can only be had now (the grasshopper perspective).
- Money leaves nothing behind in the end, but memories provide lasting value to both oneself and one’s family.
- Regularly reflect on whether work and saving have become the goal rather than a means to an end.
Undertanding ＂Enough＂
- Some people only realize their true desires after accumulating wealth.
However, by pausing and reflecting, one can often identify what truly brings happiness even at their current stage in life. - Cherishing small pleasures, family time, and nature can lead to a deeper sense of fulfillment.
6．Summary
- The Danger of Postponing Joy
- If people only realize what’s important when faced with a limited lifespan, it is already too late.
- Life is the Sum of Its Memories
- In the end, what truly matters is not how much money remains, but the experiences and memories accumulated.
- Time Is Irreplaceable
- Days spent solely earning money cannot be reclaimed in retrospect.
Finding the Right Balance
- Rather than completely spending irresponsibly or hoarding wealth excessively, the key is to strategically design a life that balances both the present and the future.
Bill Perkins’ message in Die with Zero—"Live life to the fullest so that you die with zero savings"—may sound extreme, but at its core, it promotes a mindset of prioritizing experiences over money.
The greatest lesson we can take away is simple:
“Don’t delay what’s truly important. Treasure it now.”
Link to Takumi Yamazaki’s
ENGLISH Book “SHIFT”