Don't be weak
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Life's comfort and advice from a 99-year-old senior This is a collection of essays by 99-year-old author Toyo Shibata, which depicts the preciousness of everyday life with a refreshing sensibility and contains messages of wisdom that he gently imparts as a senior in life. His writing, which feels like reading a sweet and affectionate letter from a close friend, conveys a comfort as deep and profound as the days he lived. This is probably because his writing conveys the preciousness of everyday life and warm memories, but also speaks of the quiet advice and wisdom he can impart at the age of 99. He teaches us with his whole body the right and beautiful way of life, which is to live our daily lives with passion for life while conforming to the flow of nature. This book contains information about precious values that give strength to our lives, such as family, friends, love, dreams, support, and hope, which I have personally experienced and learned over a long period of time. Through his writings, which give hope and courage and enrich our daily lives, he offers warm, heartwarming, and strong encouragement to all of us who are struggling to survive each day, even in difficult situations. Shibata Toyo is the young prince of this era with pure emotions and a strong mother. Through this book, you will be able to hear valuable teachings from a 99-year-old senior. * Click to watch related videos! |
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mother
If you close your eyes
The strength to live
To my son I
The wind and the sunshine
It's melting
Mother II
Me I
Reply
To the teacher
to me
Memories I
To forget
word
Almighty
ward
To you I
family
In the bathhouse
When you get lonely
The wind, the sun, and me
Don't be weak
Me at 96 years old
To My Son II
Savings I for You II
sky
happiness
makeup
On the anniversary
Me II
electric fan
Shoulder massage voucher
phone call
Memories II
Morning will come
If you have 2 hours
I feel like I've made a profit
cricket
New Year's card
Haengraegyo Bridge
secret
If you close your eyes
The strength to live
To my son I
The wind and the sunshine
It's melting
Mother II
Me I
Reply
To the teacher
to me
Memories I
To forget
word
Almighty
ward
To you I
family
In the bathhouse
When you get lonely
The wind, the sun, and me
Don't be weak
Me at 96 years old
To My Son II
Savings I for You II
sky
happiness
makeup
On the anniversary
Me II
electric fan
Shoulder massage voucher
phone call
Memories II
Morning will come
If you have 2 hours
I feel like I've made a profit
cricket
New Year's card
Haengraegyo Bridge
secret
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Into the book
I, too, think, 'I'll live like Mr. Toyo.' Every morning, I look in the mirror and apply a thin layer of lipstick, even though I don't plan on meeting anyone.
Yes, to meet me, who lives like Mr. Toyo.
How wonderful it is that you still have such a fresh sensibility even now! --- p.7, from "Let's Live Like Toyo-san"
No matter how painful and sad something may be, you can't just suffer forever.
Turn the faucet vigorously and let out a torrent of tears.
Now, let's drink coffee in a new cup.
--- p.40, from "To Me"
Don't be discouraged by saying you can't do it.
I also have a mountain of things I haven't been able to do in the past ninety-six years.
Being filial to one's parents, educating children, and learning countless things.
But I tried.
With all my might.
You know, isn't that what's important?
--- p.54, from "I to You"
The wind knocked on the glass door, letting me in.
Then, the sunlight came in and the three of them started chatting.
“Aren’t you lonely, Grandma?” the wind and the sunlight asked, and I answered, “Humans are all alone anyway.”
--- p.64, from “The Wind, the Sunshine, and Me”
The station where I waited for your return home, holding your child's hand.
I found you in the crowd and waved.
The alleyway the three of them were walking down was filled with the sweet scent of maple trees.
--- p.98, from "Memories II"
“I’m unhappy...” Even to you who sighs, morning will surely come.
The warm morning sun will shine --- p.100, from "Morning Will Come"
Thanks to the encouragement of many people, I don't cry anymore.
Even at ninety-eight, you still love.
I have many dreams.
I want to ride the clouds too.
--- p.120, from "Secret"
Even when I'm lonely, I try to think like this.
'Life starts from now on.
'Morning comes to everyone,' he said.
Yes, to meet me, who lives like Mr. Toyo.
How wonderful it is that you still have such a fresh sensibility even now! --- p.7, from "Let's Live Like Toyo-san"
No matter how painful and sad something may be, you can't just suffer forever.
Turn the faucet vigorously and let out a torrent of tears.
Now, let's drink coffee in a new cup.
--- p.40, from "To Me"
Don't be discouraged by saying you can't do it.
I also have a mountain of things I haven't been able to do in the past ninety-six years.
Being filial to one's parents, educating children, and learning countless things.
But I tried.
With all my might.
You know, isn't that what's important?
--- p.54, from "I to You"
The wind knocked on the glass door, letting me in.
Then, the sunlight came in and the three of them started chatting.
“Aren’t you lonely, Grandma?” the wind and the sunlight asked, and I answered, “Humans are all alone anyway.”
--- p.64, from “The Wind, the Sunshine, and Me”
The station where I waited for your return home, holding your child's hand.
I found you in the crowd and waved.
The alleyway the three of them were walking down was filled with the sweet scent of maple trees.
--- p.98, from "Memories II"
“I’m unhappy...” Even to you who sighs, morning will surely come.
The warm morning sun will shine --- p.100, from "Morning Will Come"
Thanks to the encouragement of many people, I don't cry anymore.
Even at ninety-eight, you still love.
I have many dreams.
I want to ride the clouds too.
--- p.120, from "Secret"
Even when I'm lonely, I try to think like this.
'Life starts from now on.
'Morning comes to everyone,' he said.
--- p.135, from “My Trajectory - Morning Will Definitely Come”
Publisher's Review
A 99-year-old writer shares his thoughts on a righteous and beautiful way of life.
Don't be weak
Amazon Japan, Kinokuniya, and Dohan
#1 overall bestseller
The writing of author Toyo Shibata, who turned 99 this year and is known as a "white savior," was serialized in the Sankei Shimbun and received praise and sympathy from many people.
The preciousness of everyday life is depicted with a refreshing sensibility, and the message of wisdom delivered with kindness as a senior in life quietly yet deeply resonates in the hearts of readers.
Shibata Toyo's collection of works, "Don't Be Weak," created a huge sensation as soon as it was published, reaching number one on the comprehensive bestseller lists of Amazon Japan (Japan's largest online bookstore), Kinokuniya (Japan's largest offline bookstore), and Dohan (Japan's largest book distribution company).
Many media outlets, including major daily newspapers such as the Asahi Shimbun and the Yomiuri Shimbun, rushed to introduce this book, and the author appeared on programs on various broadcasting stations, including NHK, further adding to the buzz.
A text to be read with your heart, not your head
Shibata Toyo's writing makes us feel anew the preciousness of simple everyday life, something that everyone has experienced at least once.
So, among the reviews from readers who have read the book, there are many who say, "It's a story I've known about before and it's a quiet piece of writing, but somehow I found myself shedding tears as I read."
As I become absorbed in the author's writing, I feel as if I am reading a sweet and small letter from a close friend, and I close my eyes for a moment and recall a memory that I too might have.
The author not only shares the preciousness of everyday life and warm memories, but also offers quiet advice and wisdom that only at the age of 99 can impart.
The mature and warm advice that seems to be given to children or grandchildren who are now growing old together is heard with the heart, not the head.
The author teaches us with his whole body a righteous and beautiful way of life, one that follows the flow of nature while at the same time living our daily lives with passion for life.
The book is full of precious values that give strength to our lives, such as family, friends, love, dreams, support, and hope.
Through writing that gives hope and courage and enriches our daily lives, Toyo offers warm, heartwarming, and reassuring encouragement to all of us who are struggling to survive each day, even in difficult situations.
Toyo Shibata, who declares that her dream is for her writing to be read by people all over the world, is a young prince of this era with pure emotions, a senior in life, and a strong mother.
Amazon Japan Book Review
☆☆☆☆☆ The natural, everyday preciousness of everyday life! The author feels so intimate, it's almost as if she were my mother or grandmother.
While reading, I would close my eyes for a moment and recall memories from long ago or think about how I should live my present life with more gratitude.
☆☆☆☆☆ I sent this to my 83-year-old mother who lives in the countryside.
As soon as it arrived, my mother read it and wrote, “Thank you! I was so happy because it was exactly the book I wanted!”
☆☆☆☆☆ I think it's really cool that even at your age, you're not discouraged by old age or loneliness, but rather stand up and live each day with freshness.
I'm 35 years old now, and Toyo is the role model for my life.
☆☆☆☆☆ It gave me the courage to live.
I am a patient with lung disease and have been breathing oxygen. Every day, I was suffering from chest tightness and my body and mind were sinking.
But after reading this book, I felt anew the nobility of life.
Don't be weak
Amazon Japan, Kinokuniya, and Dohan
#1 overall bestseller
The writing of author Toyo Shibata, who turned 99 this year and is known as a "white savior," was serialized in the Sankei Shimbun and received praise and sympathy from many people.
The preciousness of everyday life is depicted with a refreshing sensibility, and the message of wisdom delivered with kindness as a senior in life quietly yet deeply resonates in the hearts of readers.
Shibata Toyo's collection of works, "Don't Be Weak," created a huge sensation as soon as it was published, reaching number one on the comprehensive bestseller lists of Amazon Japan (Japan's largest online bookstore), Kinokuniya (Japan's largest offline bookstore), and Dohan (Japan's largest book distribution company).
Many media outlets, including major daily newspapers such as the Asahi Shimbun and the Yomiuri Shimbun, rushed to introduce this book, and the author appeared on programs on various broadcasting stations, including NHK, further adding to the buzz.
A text to be read with your heart, not your head
Shibata Toyo's writing makes us feel anew the preciousness of simple everyday life, something that everyone has experienced at least once.
So, among the reviews from readers who have read the book, there are many who say, "It's a story I've known about before and it's a quiet piece of writing, but somehow I found myself shedding tears as I read."
As I become absorbed in the author's writing, I feel as if I am reading a sweet and small letter from a close friend, and I close my eyes for a moment and recall a memory that I too might have.
The author not only shares the preciousness of everyday life and warm memories, but also offers quiet advice and wisdom that only at the age of 99 can impart.
The mature and warm advice that seems to be given to children or grandchildren who are now growing old together is heard with the heart, not the head.
The author teaches us with his whole body a righteous and beautiful way of life, one that follows the flow of nature while at the same time living our daily lives with passion for life.
The book is full of precious values that give strength to our lives, such as family, friends, love, dreams, support, and hope.
Through writing that gives hope and courage and enriches our daily lives, Toyo offers warm, heartwarming, and reassuring encouragement to all of us who are struggling to survive each day, even in difficult situations.
Toyo Shibata, who declares that her dream is for her writing to be read by people all over the world, is a young prince of this era with pure emotions, a senior in life, and a strong mother.
Amazon Japan Book Review
☆☆☆☆☆ The natural, everyday preciousness of everyday life! The author feels so intimate, it's almost as if she were my mother or grandmother.
While reading, I would close my eyes for a moment and recall memories from long ago or think about how I should live my present life with more gratitude.
☆☆☆☆☆ I sent this to my 83-year-old mother who lives in the countryside.
As soon as it arrived, my mother read it and wrote, “Thank you! I was so happy because it was exactly the book I wanted!”
☆☆☆☆☆ I think it's really cool that even at your age, you're not discouraged by old age or loneliness, but rather stand up and live each day with freshness.
I'm 35 years old now, and Toyo is the role model for my life.
☆☆☆☆☆ It gave me the courage to live.
I am a patient with lung disease and have been breathing oxygen. Every day, I was suffering from chest tightness and my body and mind were sinking.
But after reading this book, I felt anew the nobility of life.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Publication date: November 10, 2010
- Page count, weight, size: 136 pages | 244g | 128*188*10mm
- ISBN13: 9788961091558
- ISBN10: 8961091557
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