Nobuo Suzuki – författare

What does "good luck" look like, and how do you achieve it?Lucky symbols, lucky numbers, lucky charms, and luck-creating rituals—how is it that a disciplined and hard-working country like Japan is so invested in the idea of luck? And what, exactly, does "good luck" mean?In this insightful book, a leading expert on the subject explores the ways in which symbols and rituals of "good luck" in Japan are used alongside diligence and a positive attitude to help people overcome life's many twists, turns, and bad patches.It looks at how customs and beliefs play a vital role in creating positive expectations and outcomes, and includes practical exercises for bringing good fortune and happiness into your own life.Author Nobuo Suzuki introduces beloved Japanese icons of luck, prosperity, and goal-setting and explains what they represent, including Maneki Neko (the "Lucky Cat"), Daruma (the "Lucky Buddha"), and the Seven Lucky Gods of Good Fortune. We even meet some quirky and much-loved modern Japanese symbols of luck, like the "Golden Poop" (yes, you read that right!). And we see how these symbols foster a sense of community that contributes to the happiness and well-being of individuals in Japan.With this book, luck becomes a matter of self-understanding and connection to others rather than something that exists outside of ourselves. It is an integral part of life, and a way of shaping a destiny we can view with pride and contentment.

Be the best imperfect person you can be!Wabi Sabi is the Japanese Zen philosophy that all things are imperfect, unfinished and impermanent. It is a fresh way of seeing and moving through the world when our lives, literally and figuratively, feel cluttered. This book shows us how to apply this concept in the context of daily life and offers ideas on how to see it, embrace it and incorporate it into everyday thoughts, objects and situations.In a simple and accessible style, Wabi Sabi: The Wisdom in Imperfection shows you how embracing imperfections and impermanence frees you to become a better person, by reevaluating what "better" means—what really matters and what you truly want. A few simple challenges and exercises encourage you to get creative—such as a Wabi Sabi diary, a haiku exercise and a "make art" challenge—plus some tips on minimizing and decluttering (mentally and physically) for a simpler life. It allows you to mindfully make space in your head, home and with your time.In the foreword, Hector Garcia— the bestselling author of Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life—introduces readers to the Wabi Sabi aesthetic and shares his personal Wabi Sabi journey: from being asked about it on live TV fifteen years ago (before he knew what it was) to today, when it permeates every aspect of his life.

What if success isn't about reaching your goals but about never stopping the journey?In his new book, bestselling author Nobuo Suzuki reveals an ancient Japanese philosophy that shows how true mastery of your craft and your life unfolds in three stages: SHU—learn the rules; HA—break the rules; and RI—transcend the rules.Blending timeless wisdom with modern insight, Suzuki explores how Shuhari can transform the way we learn, create and live, drawing inspiration from icons like Bruce Lee, Hayao Miyazaki, Picasso and Nobel Prize-winning author Yasunari Kawabata. In the pages of this book, you'll find simple techniques for success that will transform your life, including:How to find a mentor to guide you on your pathHow to ask the right questions and listen to the answersHow to find your inner artist and develop your inborn creativityHow to identify your unique brand of intelligence from seven key typesHow to summon the courage to break the rules that are holding you backClear, inspiring and deeply practical, Shuhari is your guide to cultivating creativity, resilience and purpose through the lifelong art of continuous learning.