世界に自分軸を輝かせよう！"Who you are" makes the world a better place! by Sayuri Sense

  🥂Happy New Year 2026🥂 Happy New Year 2026, everyone🎉 Welcome back to another episode! Did you have a wonderful holiday season? How are you feeling, and what vision are you holding in your heart as we enter this new year? Today we’re going to talk about how to have your best year ever and achieve your true vision. Sometimes you need to think in a new way instead of keeping on doing...

Hi everyone, As we come to the end of the year, this is a perfect time to pause and reflect. How was this past year for you? What moments truly shaped you? In today’s episode, “Reflecting on the Year”, I’d like to invite you to look back with a bird’s-eye view — because sometimes, direction matters more than speed. In Episodes 184 and 185, I also shared 25 reflection prompts in English...

Hi everyone! I’m your host, Sayuri. As we wrap up the year, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with many inspiring people across different industries around the world. It has reminded me how important it is for accurate information to reach those who truly need it. In our last episode, we welcomed Ben Sensei from Bond University, one of the only two private universities in Australia, to tal...

Hi everyone, it’s currently the university and high school entrance exam season here in Japan. For students taking exams for competitive schools, it can be very intense. Not only in Japan, but choosing a path is challenging for young adults anywhere in the world. Today, we are excited to welcome a heartwarming guest from Bond University, a private university located in the Gold Coast. I am an alum...

Hi everyone! We’ve entered the busiest month of the year—I hope you’re all doing well and getting ready to wrap things up! The other day, while I was having a meeting by the lake, I came across an article in an English newspaper about the famous Japanese singer Yumi Matsutoya, also known as Yuming. The article focused on her thoughts about AI and creativity. She shared some really deep insights ab...

Hi everyone, and welcome back to another podcast episode! As I’m getting ready to wrap up this year, I want to take some time to answer the many questions we’ve received in 2025 whether they’re about mastering English, achieving personal goals, self-development, or business branding. Today’s episode is all about how to create a clear English vision, and how we can guide children in that proc...

Hi everyone! Today’s topic is all about shifting your mindset from negativity to optimism — a skill that anyone can apply in daily life, whether in parenting, career growth, or business success. We’ll walk through the four practical steps I’ve used in my lessons and consultations, where I’ve seen countless people transform their thinking and achieve the goals they once thought were out of reach....

Hello, welcome back to another episode! Today, we’ll explore how the beauty of art, music, and nature shapes our neuroplasticity, enhances our well-being, and even contributes to longevity!!! 皆さんこんにちは！Sayuriです。 AI時代の子育てもキャリアも、迷うことが多いかもしれません。 そんな時こそ「人間にしか備わっていない力」を磨くことが、これからの時代を幸せに生きる大きなヒントになります。 本日は、...

Hello everyone! How much do you truly believe in yourself? And how much do you believe in your child, your team, or the people you care about? Many of us have heard that we’re not using our brain’s full potential — but have you ever wondered why that is, and how we can change it? Today, let’s dive a little deeper into this fascinating topic 🎧 Podcast Vol.234 The Power of the Brain: How to Unlock...

Welcome back, everyone. A few years ago, we talked about the most important global skills for the future. That conversation isn’t outdated — in fact, it’s more relevant than ever. In today’s episode, we’ll once again explore the latest in-demand skills for the next decade, the abilities that define truly global and human-centered professionals. 皆さん、こんにちは！Sayuriです。 数年前のPodcast Vol....

世界中の卒業生たちが、それぞれの国で地域にお返しをする日🏖️ Congratulations!!! 受講生の皆さんが夢を叶える瞬間は幸せです! Hi everyone, welcome back to another podcast episode! Today, I’d love to share 10 key features of IELTS 6.5 reading skills — a level that I truly believe can change your life. Let’s think about how we can build global-standard communication and comprehension skills that work in d...

Hello everyone! Today, we bring you a powerful message in the speaker’s own voice. Japan’s children and young adults have some of the lowest self-esteem in the world, so this is more important than ever. We’re excited to share a short excerpt from Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, a popular Harvard psychologist, from the 2025 Global Positive Psychology Conference in Brisbane, Australia. I’ve received permission...

7am @my favorite cafe in Melbourne Hello everyone! For the past 13 years, through my work supporting people in mastering global-level English and personal branding, I’ve realized that growth doesn’t come from luck or favorable circumstances—it comes from willpower and self-compassion. That’s exactly what we’re going to talk about today! 皆さんこんにちは！ オーストラリアを行き来しながら、日本の環境...

Welcome to another episode! Today, we explore how executives and their teams can communicate effectively and truly understand each other. Our guest is Tim, who has lived in Japan for 24 years and works with both Japanese and Western companies. He helps executives crystallize their ideas so they can deliver clear messages across the entire organization and achieve their vision together. In this epi...

Welcome to another episode! Today we explore two types of leadership with our guest, Tim, who has lived in Japan for 24 years and works with both Japanese and Western companies. He believes that everyone is a leader, and he shares valuable insights from the perspective of CEOs and leaders. Together, we’ll look at leadership through both cultural lenses. If you’re looking to improve your English, a...

Welcome back to the show again! In this episode, we explore how communication styles differ between Japan and the West. While Western companies often move quickly—launching products and troubleshooting afterward—Japanese businesses tend to plan carefully and deliver with high quality. Both approaches can lead to success, but flexibility and agility are becoming increasingly important. Drawing on 2...

Hello everyone, I’m Sayuri. Welcome to the second episode of our interview series. Today, we’re joined again by Mr. Tim Tout, originally from Australia and living in Japan for 24 years. He is the Co-Founder of HummingByrd, where he provides coaching and leadership training for executives, and he’s raising two bilingual children with his Japanese wife. Tim brings global experience and insights that...

Hello everyone, I’m Sayuri. Today’s guest, Mr. Tim Tout, has lived in Japan for 24 years and is originally from Australia. He is the Co-Founder of HummingByrd, where he coaches executives in global business, and he is raising two bilingual children with his Japanese wife. Tim will share his insights on the differences between Japanese and Western business communication and reveal his tips for anyo...

Welcome to today’s episode! I recently had the chance to visit the Australia Pavilion at Osaka EXPO, and today I want to share the true charm I experienced firsthand. From cutting-edge sustainability practices to a deep respect for Australia’s First Nations peoples and heritage, this pavilion invites visitors to rethink the way we build, live, and connect with our environment. 皆さんこんにちは。ナ...

Welcome to another episode of our podcast! Today, we are once again joined by Susy Trier, a sustainability professional working in the environmental department of the Queensland Government in Australia. Not only is she dedicated to her work, but she also practices a sustainable lifestyle in her personal life and actively contributes to her local community. In this third episode of our series, Susy...

Hello and welcome to another Podcast Episode! A special episode where we talk about one of the most important topics today: climate change and environmental issues. This is the second part of our conversation with a very inspiring guest: Susy Trier – a sustainability professional working for the Department of Environment in Queensland, Australia. She not only brings her expertise to her profession...

Welcome to another episode!  I’m Sayuri and I’m thrilled to have you with us today. Today, we’re diving into something really special — the Fuji Rock Festival 2025, known as one of the cleanest music festivals in the world. It’s not just about music; it’s about how people come together, respect nature, and set an example for sustainable living. I recently had the chance to attend this incredible e...

Hi everyone, today we’re going to talk about how we can take sustainable actions to help our planet. We all have a role to play in addressing climate change, but it can sometimes feel overwhelming — where do we even begin? To help us get started, I’m inviting an inspiring guest who is both professionally and personally dedicated to the environment. Together, we’ll explore some si...

Dr. Martin Seligman Q&A Hi everyone, and thank you for tuning in! I’m excited to share some reflections from the recent International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) World Congress — a truly inspiring gathering of researchers, educators, and practitioners from all over the world. Thanks to a surprising connection between the IPPA president, Dr. Roy Baumeister (a world-renowned soc...

Hello and welcome to another new episode! This time, I’m speaking to you from winter in the Southern Hemisphere — Australia. It’s hard to believe, but this year marks 30 years since I began traveling back and forth between Japan and Australia. Over those decades, I’ve built deep connections, including with a dear friend whose baby I once visited — that baby is now in his 20s and has just had a bab...