8 May 2022

Happy Mother's Day today! I thought I would just be staying home and working on decluttering but I had made other plans. A couple of long zoom calls and separate meet ups for lunch and afternoon walk, I am writing this surrounded by still an unorganized apartment and a box still not full but needed to be filled and sealed to get to the destination. 

It was nice to get to know my co-worker and not talk about work. She was nice and I really appreciate that when Nika left, she has been replaced by her. They both are so funny and artsy and if they were both here still, we probably be having a blast whenever we are together. 

The Okinawa transfer is still on the table and we just need to make sure or I need to make sure that I am sure about wanting to be transferred. Which I am sure of. 

Also, my obsessions with seeing a panda and its cuteness is over the top lately. 

My Top 5 Values 

This was the session I missed when I flew to Tokyo last month. So for this cycle, I was able to take the test and results are as follows: 

Family

caring for loved ones

Family is a value that meets many of our needs simultaneously. We find love, security, self-esteem and development in it. Taking care of the family we have a great opportunity to positively influence the lives of our loved ones. In return we are generously endowed with love. For many people, the family is a way to find balance and respite, and at the same time a strong source of motivation to make further efforts. Family matters can be too engaging when all attention and effort is given to them. A little time for yourself will allow you to return to them with new energy.

Health

well-being, fitness, not being sick

Those who value health take conscious actions to maintain physical and mental fitness. They do not shy away from practicing sports and are happy to follow a healthy diet. They are aware of the consequences of insufficient health care. People who care about health are often disciplined and systematic. Caring for health manifests itself in many elements of their everyday life. In extreme cases, excessive interest in your health can cause harmful fears and concerns.

Spirituality

focusing on intangible aspects of life

Spirituality makes us focus a lot of our attention on immaterial reality. It is a constant search for the meaning of life. It evolves with our inner development and the subsequent stages of life. People interested in spirituality are looking for answers to fundamental questions important to them. They are capable of self-reflection and keeping an open mind. Spirituality is a very personal and individual matter. It is important to remember that not everyone will share our beliefs.

Peace

calm, freedom from conflict

People who value peace tend to avoid conflicts. If they engage in disputes, it is mainly to help resolve them. They are willing to make compromises and sacrifices if it is required to regain peace. Openness and the pursuit of dialogue are qualities that peacemakers can demonstrate. They try to resolve conflicts quickly so as not to escalate them. It is worth asking whether the pursuit of peace justifies all measures taken.

Growth

physical, intellectual and spiritual development

Growth is an integral part of every person's life. The power of development lies in the ability to independently decide on its direction. It allows us to achieve personal desires and become what we want to be. People interested in growth are very conscious about achieving their goals. They believe in their abilities and do not avoid the necessary effort. It may happen that the existing environment does not provide opportunities for further growth. In such cases, there is a feeling that you are not using your full potential.