by Hiroyo Saito | Nov 29, 2023 | mindset
Redefining Productivity: A New Look at Muda In a world relentlessly pursuing efficiency and productivity, the Japanese term muda (無駄) often carries a negative connotation. Traditionally, muda represents wastefulness – any action that consumes limited resources such as...
by Hiroyo Saito | Nov 2, 2023 | books, habits
Have you ever checked your bank statements and felt satisfaction when you spot a deposit? That’s a feeling many of us can relate to. Your Body Budget: How It Works Similarly, your brain operates its own “account” – the body budget. This...
by Hiroyo Saito | Nov 1, 2023 | books, habits, mindset
We’ve all received the advice to “think outside the box” at some point. Yet there’s a nuance that’s often overlooked: it’s not about removing the box but reshaping and repositioning it. The “box” represents our unique...
by Hiroyo Saito | Oct 29, 2023 | books, mindset
Discomfort is a natural part of your existence, ranging from minor inconveniences like the occasional headache to more persistent conditions such as a recurring backache. You’ve likely experienced discomfort in various forms, and at times, these experiences may...
by Hiroyo Saito | Oct 24, 2023 | books, mindset
Does everyone perceive the world the same way? In reality, you navigate life through your unique mental model of the world, a dynamic construct built over time. This model is influenced by past experiences, beliefs, concepts, and the things you attend to. As...
