Over the years, I have come to believe that all parents want to like their children. When they struggle with this, they blame themselves. I would like to reassure parents that struggling to like your children does not make you a bad parent; it simply means you are human. If we are really honest, I…

Many people struggle to decide whether to work if given the option, and reasonably so. Working in Japan can be quite different from working in your country of origin. If your company sponsors your move to Japan, you are guaranteed to be able to work in your chosen field. In contrast, coming to Japan without…

Wanting love is nothing to be ashamed of. The message that one must be ok with being alone to be independent is blasted at us from every direction, casting the desire to be part of a couple as weak and dependent. While I think it is great to be able to fulfill yourself, I also…