In Fujino, the most advanced transition town in Japan, where I’m currently volunteering for Permaculture center of Japan, local community has realized some great collaborative initiatives in catering that I would like to share with you.
Respect, social relations and relaxation (Japanese bath Onsen)
Staying in Tokyo I discovered a Japanese tradition of taking a public bath called “onsen” (means hot spring in Japanese).
I see this tradition as the basis or enhancement of well known characteristics of Japanese society such as respect and politeness, as well as an invitation to a better quality of life, social sharing and equality. Let me explain you what it consists of.
Continue reading “Respect, social relations and relaxation (Japanese bath Onsen)”
Preparation to a gap year
After understanding why to take a gap year and making the decision to act, it’s time to have a basic preparation.
In my philosophy, influenced by Simon Sinek, it’s important to start from why, then define a macro planning, and act, respecting the initial why in every action.
Why Take A Gap Year?
Lately I have seen many people taking a gap year. Now I decided to have mine. But why so many people are doing it? I will tell you my story.
In one phrase my reason to take a break was an internal call to “reconnect to myself”.
breakinsearchofmeaning 