The Book of Ichigo Ichie by Francesc Miralles & Héctor García
The Book of Ichigo Ichie by Francesc Miralles & Héctor García The Author. Francesc Miralles and Héctor García are best known for blending Eastern philosophy with Western practicality that resonates. Héctor is a professional engineer and long-term resident of Japan, while Francesc is a writer interested in personal growth and mindfulness. Together, they also co-authored Ikigai, another book about Japanese wisdom. In The Book of Ichigo Ichie, they explore a lesser-known but meaningful Japanese concept: appreciating each moment as if it will never come again. They write simply and clearly, grounded in real life—not airy, not
Happy Money by Ken Honda
Happy Money by Ken Honda The Author. Ken Honda is often referred to as the “Zen Millionaire” in Japan, not just because he’s made a lot of money. He’s especially interested in how people feel about money, how they treat it, how it affects their lives, and the deep connection them to money. Ken does not have to do with budgets or investments, or spreadsheets or anything like that at all. He is very different from most financial sages. No, he's all about mending up your money wounds. Money can bring joy, peace and freedom, but
Speaking Peace by Marshall B. Rosenberg
Speaking Peace by Marshall B. Rosenberg The Author. Marshall B. Rosenberg was a clinical psychologist and the creator of Nonviolent Communication, commonly called NVC. He spent his life teaching others the magic of empathy and authentic dialogue. Through his decades of research on conflict zones, schools, prisons and families, Rosenberg has taught that peace starts from how we speak and listen. His teaching is not simply theoretical but very human and practical. His voice is warm and challenging — inviting people to consider how they talk to one another when they read and listen, to replace
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz The Author. David J. Schwartz was a motivational speaker and professor who devoted himself to helping people understand that success lies less in pure talent or brains and more in the mind. He taught marketing at Georgia State University but really found that he was most at ease when writing and speaking about personal development. He wasn’t ostentatious or overly complex; he believed in simplicity and utility above all. His work, specifically The Magic of Thinking Big, helped to start the self-help movement when it was young
Wabi Sabi by Beth Kempton
Wabi Sabi by Beth Kempton The Author Beth Kempton is a writer, teacher, and entrepreneur who focuses on helping people live more freely, meaningfully, and gently in a chaotic world. She’s not just someone who writes about Japanese culture from the outside, she’s lived it. She speaks fluent Japanese, has spent years immersed in Japanese culture, and brings a respectful, grounded perspective to her teaching. With a background in journalism and business, Beth blends practical thinking with deep introspection. Her style isn’t about chasing perfection or pushing productivity; it’s about letting go, tuning in, and embracing
15 Lessons from 15 Years of Leading a Mental Health Clinic
This year marks 15 years since I first opened the doors of Willingness. Honestly, I never imagined the journey would be quite like this. Back then, all I had was a vision, a stubborn sense of purpose, and the belief that Malta needed a space beyond therapy. It needed a hub for mental health, a place where people could come as they are and be met with care. Fifteen years later, the clinic has grown, changed, and survived challenges I never expected. And so have I. Running a mental health clinic is not just about clients, therapy rooms, or
7 Mindsets for Success, Happiness, and Fulfilment
7 Mindsets for Success, Happiness, and Fulfilment by Swami Mukundananda. Swami Mukundananda is a spiritual teacher, author, and international authority on mind management. He had earned a degree in engineering from IIT Delhi and an MBA from IIM Calcutta but opted for spirituality in which he attended studies by Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj on scriptures from the Vedas. Swami Mukundananda has spent nearly 40 years teaching and spreading spiritual wisdom globally. And his strategy to reconcile ancient Indian Vedic principles with modern scientific knowledge is in no way the least challenging to both a profound, and
Stay with the Feeling
I see that in the clinic every week and can see it in myself. The second a feeling snaps, we grab for the exit. A new playlist, a new job, a new partner — anything to outrun the pinch of sadness, anger, fear or disappointment. Yet research continues to tell us about the same thing: It becomes all the more powerful when we view our discomfort as the enemy. Phones provide an instant soothing tap, employment websites pledge greener offices and dating apps give the flick of a thumb to cancel out awkward silence. A recent multinational survey of
When Your Feelings Flash Like a Dashboard Light
I still remember the first time the oil light flashed during a late-night drive from a workshop, tired and distracted. My pulse quickened immediately as I stared at the dashboard, wondering what had gone wrong this time, slightly panicked. I became frustrated and focused on the bulb, as if it had personally interrupted my good playlist and ruined the evening. Then reason finally kicked in, and I realised the bulb was only signalling a real issue in the engine, not the problem itself. Over time, I’ve come to see how our emotions behave like that,warning lights needing thoughtful attention
When Love Turns to Hate: Why Justice Must Stay in the Courtroom and Not Online
Working with couples and individuals whose marriage is on the brink of dissolution, a therapist by name, I have personally witnessed the full emotional journey of love, from intimacy and connection to disappointment, betrayal, and sometimes, rage. It is at these points of rupture that some serious allegations form: domestic violence, sexual harassment, parental alienation, coercive control. These are not abstract terms — these are actual, lived experiences — but the ways we act on them as a society are very important. In recent years, public platforms — TikTok, podcasts, Instagram — have emerged as the new courtrooms. Abuse
