Worried about my future after retirement, I started investing in something recommended by an acquaintance. At first, my investments increased steadily, but gradually their value declined, and I ended up losing all of my principal. I haven’t been able to bring myself to tell my husband about this. (Woman in her 60s)
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Money is necessary for life, but it is an unstable commodity; its value can fluctuate, and it can disappear in unexpected circumstances. Even if you rely on it, it cannot be a reliable source of support.
What will surely protect your life is your unmei, the life force that each of us possesses. The more you can draw out this force, the more you will be able to live without anxiety and savor the joys of life.
To achieve this, a home where you can feel at peace is essential. This can only be achieved by building relationships with your family where you can share anything. Husbands and wives, in particular, are partners who accept and overcome any events that you encounter in life. The more you try to bear this situation alone, the more painful it will become. By mustering up the courage to honestly share your painful feelings, you can overcome them and become the stepping stone to turning your life around.
First, share the current situation. Sincerely express your apologies and remorse, such as “I’m sorry I’ve lost a large amount of money,” or “I should have consulted you sooner.” Just being able to share your feelings will bring a surprising sense of relief. Then, together, think about how you can live in a way that suits your current situation. If you and your spouse are on the same page, even if you’re not financially comfortable, you can find plenty of enjoyment in your life and live with joy.
In the first place, investing is something you do out of a desire to support a company or organization. If you start to desire more and more and become overly greedy, it will only lead to worries. If you regularly talk with your family, you can calmly decide how much savings are enough for the family, and you won’t be overwhelmed by excessive greed. You can have a generous kokoro that is ‘satisfied with the present, grateful for today’, and you can live a life free of anxiety without exceeding your means or capacity.
Shinji
A kokoro that is in sync with the unmei is anchored.
It strengthens the feeling of being involved with people (person).
The family environment and your daily environment will also mesh together and take a turn for the better.
The economic activities that people think and seek have very little principles of work.
Someone will constantly be troubled and suffer, producing disparity.
As human beings live by the teachings, they will be protected by the strength of their unmei and be led to results where everyone shares the happiness.
Unmei is also be your potential that can be used to benefit society. Cherish the encounters with people you are connected to and interact with them warmly in whatever way you can. Many people will be drawn to a life of love. In this way, you will be protected by the mysterious power of unmei, and an environment will be created so that you can live without worries. Above all, you will be able to live a fulfilling retirement life that cannot be achieved with material things or money.