
Reflection
20 articles

We See Different Landscapes — Reflection on Self-Blame, Other-Blame, and What Lies Between
A reflection that began with a small morning incident. Moving beyond the binary of self-blame and other-blame, and what it means to start from the premise that the other person sees a different landscape.

Where Do People Turn When They Have No Place to Belong?
A reflection that started from a religious organization's pamphlet. Why do isolated people get drawn into certain groups? What emerged was a fundamental human need for 'belonging' and the reality that society leaves some people without a safety net.

Trapped in the Paradox of Metacognition
The discomfort and emptiness that grow with heightened metacognition. The unease of seeing the world too clearly through knowledge. Embracing the state of being suspended, beyond the grasp of reason.

Resisting the Word \"Diagnosis\" — Naming and Design Philosophy Disclosure
After finishing a tool to visualize metacognition and reflective tendencies, the final challenge was deciding what to name it. The word \"diagnosis\" inevitably carries expectations of \"scores,\" \"correct answers,\" and \"judgments.\" This article documents the struggle between clarity and philosophy, and why disclosing the design philosophy became essential.

Acceptance Without Expectation
Letting go of expectations while holding onto hope. A reflective exploration on distinguishing what we can control from what we cannot, and changing how we engage.

What I Learned from a Day I Couldn't Get to the Hamburger Shop—Reflecting on Daily Frustrations with ORIMD
The hamburger shop was closed, the conveyor belt sushi place was in idle hours, and the set meal restaurant was by reservation only. We ended up eating at Mos Burger, but I still felt unsettled. Reflecting with the ORIMD framework revealed the structure of 'compromise' and my emotional patterns.

The Future of Work and Reflection: Toward Human-Centered Organizations
In this article, I explore the future of work and organizational design from the perspective of reflection, examining what human-centered organizations will look like in the age of AI.

How Reflection Enhances Work Engagement: Understanding the Mechanism
In this article, I explore how reflection can enhance work engagement—that positive, fulfilling psychological state toward work—and provide practical methods for implementation.

Cultivating Resilience Through Reflection
In this article, I explore resilience—the ability to overcome difficulties, adapt, and grow—and how reflection can help cultivate this essential capacity.

Learning from History: The Reflection Habits of Great Figures
In this article, I explore how great figures from Japan and around the world practiced reflection and how it contributed to their success.

The Importance of Reflection in Teal Organizations: Autonomous Decision-Making and Organizational Evolution
In this article, I explore the importance of reflection in Teal organizations. Since Teal organizations are operated based on each individual's autonomy and sense of responsibility, reflection plays a crucial role.

5 Reasons Why Reflection Increases Productivity
Reflection is the process of looking inward and gaining new insights about yourself. At first glance, it may seem unrelated to productivity. However, reflection actually has a significant impact on improving productivity.

Why Do We Keep Putting Off Time for Reflection?
In this article, we explore a challenge many people face: 'Why do we keep putting off time for reflection?' Even when we understand the importance of reflection, let's examine the reasons why we struggle to practice it.

Education in the Age of AI: Insights from the University of Tokyo President's Address
At the entrance ceremony welcoming approximately 3,100 new students to the University of Tokyo, President Teruo Fujii delivered an important address. Among his remarks, his reference to the conversational AI 'ChatGPT' has attracted significant attention. Citing a book by a Northeastern University president, President Fujii emphasized the importance of experiential learning in university education during the AI era.

Reflection for New Professionals: Effective Methods for Success at Work
In this article, I'll discuss how new professionals can use reflection to achieve results at work. Reflection is a powerful tool for deepening self-understanding and promoting effective learning and growth.

How to Create a Lifeline Chart — Visualize Life's Turning Points and Find Your Next Step
A lifeline chart is a powerful tool for visualizing the trajectory of your life. It allows you to see at a glance how past events and experiences have shaped who you are today.

The Origin of My Reflection Research - From Elementary School to Today
I want to articulate why I focus on reflection and what drives my work. This is a look back at my experiences from elementary school to the present day.

100 Questions to Deepen Your Self-Reflection Using the ORIMD Framework
100 questions based on the ORIMD framework, organized into five categories—Objective, Reflective, Interpretive, Meaning, and Decisional. A practical guide for deepening your reflection practice.

Good and Bad Patterns in Manager-Employee Dialogue
This article introduces examples of dialogues that promote reflection. What kind of conversations do you, as managers, strive for when talking with your team members? I hope to provide helpful insights on what to be mindful of when encouraging reflection through conversation.

Empathize While Intervening From a Bird's-Eye View: The Mindset for Reflection and Dialogue
This article explores the theme of reflection and dialogue, summarizing what both the person facilitating reflection and the person deepening their reflection should be mindful of, and clarifying the relationship between reflection and dialogue.