ep.125 Is Living in the Moment Just an Excuse to Escape?

I simply cannot hide my surprise at the 3% body fat figure.

The discussion begins with how Tomoki is 'worshipped' at his workplace. The reason? His astounding 3% body fat percentage. Tomoki reveals the specifics of the stoic diet and routine that everyone around him is desperate to emulate. Isshin can’t help but chime in with some witty banter regarding Tomoki’s rigorous commitment to a fixed menu of chicken and broccoli.

Life in Canada has reached the halfway point.

Tomoki is currently in his ninth month of living in Canada. While he originally moved there for skill development and personal interests, he shares that his mindset is shifting now that he has passed the midpoint of his stay. He explains that while he initially made choices based on 'what needs to be done now' by calculating backward from long-term goals, he is beginning to question that very approach.

Wavering between future anxiety and enjoying the present.

Why is Tomoki, who has always lived by a 'goal-based' philosophy, starting to struggle with his career path now? Standing at the crossroads of his late twenties, he reflects on his way of life after a specific event triggered a change in perspective. This deep dive into their personal struggles is sure to resonate with anyone feeling anxious about their own future. Please listen to the full episode for the rest of the story.