The First Step Toward a Guided Future The digital clock in the corner of the room displays “11:11.” The moment I see those numbers, a gentle smile spreads across my face. A warm sensation rises from deep within me. —Everything will be okay. I have already made my decision. Yet, each time I see those numbers, I feel as though an unseen force is reassuring me, softly pushing me forward with a quiet but unwavering confidence. “You are on the right path. You are moving exactly where you are meant to be.” A gentle voice seems to echo within me. […]
When Gratitude Flows, Reality Shifts Beads of condensation trickle down the side of my iced coffee. The ice clinks softly, signaling that the glass is empty. Despite the air conditioning, my throat feels parched. I reach for the water pitcher on the corner table, pouring a slow stream into my glass. But as I tip the pitcher, an ice cube slips out unexpectedly, sending water spilling over the rim and across the table. “Ah…” I instinctively search for something to wipe up the mess. “What are you doing…?” Looking up, I see my mother smiling wryly as she picks up […]
Connecting the Past and Future—Healing the Inner Child “Let’s play catch!” A lively voice echoes from the back of the waiting room. Turning around, I see my nephew running toward me, his face beaming with joy. In his small hands, he clutches a well-loved baseball glove. Watching his excitement as he bounds toward me, I feel a gentle warmth spread in my chest. His innocent enthusiasm reminds me of my younger self. “Not right now,” his father says, gently explaining. The light in my nephew’s eyes dims slightly. “Maybe later,” I say, offering a reassuring smile. After a brief moment […]
The Abundance Brought by the Cycle of Trust A small burst of laughter catches my ear. In the waiting room, a child clings to his father’s arm, giggling playfully. “Look! I’m getting so tall!” The father smiles gently, holding his child’s hands firmly. Watching them idly, I pull out my smartphone. A notification flashes on the screen— “Client’s revision request attached.” It’s the usual message from the usual contact person. In the past, just seeing this email would have unsettled my stomach. I would hesitate to open it, sometimes leaving my phone face down to avoid it altogether. But now, […]
Beyond Letting Go of Anxiety I slowly sink into a leather sofa, taking a deep breath. The table in front of me, with its rich wooden texture, exudes a quiet presence. Resting on it is a glass of iced coffee, beads of condensation glistening on its surface, and a single white envelope placed neatly beside it. I pick up the envelope with my fingertips, the texture of the paper feeling strangely vivid. For a moment, a memory from the past resurfaces, sending a faint ripple through my chest. But this time, it is not anxiety. Instead, it gently dissolves into […]
The Day My Financial Anxiety Changed I stand before a large mirror, adjusting my tie lightly. For a moment, my eyes meet my own reflection. Something feels different from the person I was a year ago. No, rather than saying “something has changed,” perhaps it’s more accurate to say, “I’ve finally caught up with myself.” That thought sends a warm sensation spreading deep within my chest. Looking back, this past year has brought significant changes to my world. I’ve become more aware of small signs and shifts in my emotions. A year ago, I might have overlooked them or turned […]
