He died at the age of 26
February 17th, 2008 Posted in MumbleOn January 13, Sunday, 2008
I met a great man who specializes in SEITAISHI, physical therapist(?). He actually owns the practice.
Well, my piano teacher invited me to a seminar on “choice.” The seminar was based on NLP, and other coaching techniques and by attending the seminar, my goals got clarified and it enpowered me a great deal.
During the seminar, a very motivated, energetic man was present with his parents. His name was Mr. Watanabe. He was one of the people I wanted to meet again in the future to discuss the life directions we are traveling.
About a month later, at the beginning of a piano lesson, my piano teacher said quietly.
“I have to let you know about one thing. Do you remember Mr. Watanabe?”
“Yes, that energetic guy!”
“Yes, that energetic guy… He has passed away.”
“WWWWHAT!”
“He passed away.”
“You are kidding. He is young.”
“Yes, he is only 26 years old.”
“How could he die? That’s unbelievable. That’s unthinkable. You are joking. I cannot think / feel anything. I just don’t believe you.”
That was my reaction when I heard of his death.
He is only 26 years old and looked very healthy.
I don’t know (nor my piano teacher) why he died. It could have been overwork. Karoshi.
After hearing that news, my view toward life and work and so-called life-work balance really shifted and changed.
Why are we living? What’s the purpose of life?
The same, simple question kept lingering between my ears.
Now, I am getting the message:
1) Do enjoyable things NOW.
2) I need to rush to accomplish what I promised to myself, to my community.
3) In order to accomplish my goals, I want to work hard.
This is one of the reasons why I decided to set up this blog and started writing.
This time, it is real. I feel it and I am excited.
For Mr. Watanabe, I must do this.