The news reports that it has been 30 years since the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. That unprecedented disaster presented us with the threat of nature and the uncertainty of not knowing what will happen at any time. The same goes for the Great East Japan Earthquake and the recent Noto Peninsula earthquake.
No one can predict the future, as the saying goes, “The road ahead is uncertain (The future is a mystery).” That is why it is important to prepare for disasters on a daily basis. In addition to preparing emergency food, water, flashlights, and other items that will be useful in an emergency, it is important to check evacuation routes and discuss how to contact your family.
And in addition to such preparation, we must also remember something even more important: mental preparation. No matter how high the probability of encountering a disaster such as an earthquake is, it will never be higher than the probability that “people will die someday.” This is because once a person is born, there is a 100% probability that death will occur. Your own death or the death of those around you. No one knows when or in what form it will arrive. That’s why it’s important to cherish the moment and avoid any regrets.
However, thinking too far ahead can lead to anxiety and negative feelings. If you prepare too much, you may actually attract negative energy and make the situation worse.
The important thing is a sense of balance. It is important to prepare well and spend each day with a bright and positive mindset.
So, what exactly should you pay attention to? Let’s summarize what we teach in our retreat seminar and this newsletter based on the perspective of Ki.
First, live your life with gratitude for the things you take for granted, such as being healthy and connecting with family and friends. Also, having goals for the future gives you a will to live and allows you to face difficult situations.
Furthermore, if you actively communicate with the people around you on a daily basis, share your worries, and receive advice, you will deepen your awareness, and by doing things you like, such as hobbies, you will relieve stress and feel better and will be balanced.
These things will keep negative energy away and make it easier to receive support from positive energy, creating peace of mind.
Because we don’t know when something will happen, it is important for us to live in the moment and be mentally prepared. The light (energy) of Shinkiko will also support you. Let’s cultivate the strength of our hearts so that we can face any difficult situation.