About Me

I pursue my life with purpose. That's why I learn. I'm happy if I can help you live your life with meaning. That's why I share what I've learned.

I've liked learning since junior high because it helps us improve. One year I read 100 books and watched 70 movies, for example. I was fond of being a diligent learner.

However, I realized one thing when I tried to remember what I'd learned from those books and films. Most of what I'd learned to improve myself hadn't helped me. I had little use for what I'd learned. That was nothing but irony.

Of course, I hardly helped anyone with my knowledge or skill because I had little use for it. In other words, what I was doing was complacency. There should've been anything I could do other than feeling complacent.

So what can I do? I asked myself. Then, I came up with an idea; I can share what I've learned. By doing so, you may take something from my posts. Also, I can deepen my understanding.

That's why I share what I've learned about improving our lives.

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