127の歩み / The Power of Words
A few words.
A new perspective.
A step forward.
For the days you feel unsure, and the days you keep going.
Find a little inspiration in words.
Words to meet you where you are
A thought, a fresh perspective, or a small beginning.
Take a moment to find something that speaks to you.
How are you feeling today?
Start with what feels closest to your heart.
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Discover the power of words
Reflections on memorable words and the everyday moments they help us see differently. English translations will be added as they become available.
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A few words for your journey
127の歩み is a journal that reflects on everyday life through memorable words. We distinguish quoted words and their sources from our own reflections, sharing ideas that may resonate with your day and offer encouragement for tomorrow.
May an encounter with a few meaningful words become part of your own journey.
I’m building my Rakuten ROOM around ideas like this: everyday essentials we tend to put off buying for ourselves, but would love to receive as gifts! (*^^*)
Here, it’s about “things” rather than “words,” but I run it with the same spirit of giving. 🤭
If that sounds like your kind of place, feel free to stop by! (*^^*)
Latest English articles
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The Power of Words | Tomihiro Hoshino: When Your Day Becomes Only a To-Do List
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The Power of Words | Taro Okamoto: What Is Behind Your ‘Better Not’?
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The Power of Words | Kirin Kiki: When Someone Else’s Good News Makes You Feel Behind
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The Power of Words | Soichiro Honda: When Your Work Feels Hard to See
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The Power of Words | Uesugi Yozan: Give That Postponed Task a Small Beginning
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The Power of Words | Confucius: A Mistake Is Not the Whole of You
Words for today 過而不改、是謂過矣。 “To…
The Power of Words | Marcus Aurelius: You Can Change the Way Forward
Words for today that which is …
The Power of Words | Laozi: A Long Journey Begins Where You Stand
Words for today 千里之行、始於足下。 “A …
