Posts by Keiko Chibana-Shinn

I constantly juggle work, family, and personal responsibilities, yet I struggle to feel fulfilled. At the end of the day, I question whether I’ve done enough, leading to guilt, exhaustion, and a sense of being stuck in a state of overwhelm. The constant pressure to meet everyone’s needs leaves me stifled and alone in it.…

Question: “Hello, my coworkers often tell me that I need to go out more, but I simply don’t want to. I prefer relaxing at home—scrolling on my phone, listening to quiet music, playing with my pet, and working on my projects. They frequently invite me to events on weekends or after work, but I’m usually…

Question:“I want to learn how to live authentically and embrace the new year with hope, confident that I am moving forward in a way that brings me the most satisfaction and peace. Please help me stay committed to my goals so that by the end of the year, I can see the changes I’ve been…

Reader’s Question: Hello, I’d love to get ahead of the holiday season and actually enjoy this time of year. However, no matter how much I try to relax and have fun with my family and friends, I can’t seem to quiet my racing mind and often feel overwhelmed by all the expectations, deadlines, and endless…

Hello, I would like to ask about some concerns I’m dealing with related to procrastination. I try to set various self-improvement goals, such as becoming more consistent in my relationships, challenging myself to be more engaged and productive at work, trying a new hobby, or attempting to lose weight, but I find myself slipping back…