Stress Exists Only Within Human Relationships

I pride myself on having worked harder than most, but looking back, I think I overdid it, and now I'm paying the price.
I was on the verge of developing metabolic syndrome, which is so prevalent these days.
Also, my mother had diabetes, and I showed signs of it too, so I had become reliant on medication and doctors.

Living in the city, I inevitably became too lenient with myself. After turning 60, I decided it was time to 'return to nature'.
So now, every other week, I live a rural life in Minakami, a hot spring town in Gunma Prefecture.
In the countryside, my diet naturally becomes centered around wild plants and vegetables, making me more mindful of nature, and I also engage in physical activity.
Simply walking in the forest causes my blood pressure to drop smoothly.
As far as I'm concerned, stress exists only within human relationships.
Nowadays, we have sophisticated terms like 'forest bathing,' but I truly feel that life in the countryside profoundly influences one's spiritual well-being.

Emilie Yamano's Approach to Curiosity

Information about 'things good for the body' floods the internet, TV, and magazines – all sorts of media. But I consider what I practice to be an 'experiment on myself'.
I respect Masafumi Suzuki, Editor-in-Chief of ENGINE, for trying anything new that becomes popular. And Chairman Shigematsu of United Arrows is very diligent and executes his decisions decisively. In that regard, I'm rather haphazard. I believe curiosity is about honestly embracing what my body desires.
For example, I've always been an early riser, and when I wake up in the morning, I first move my body. Riding a bicycle in the countryside, I break a refreshing sweat, feel the wind, and go anywhere. By returning to nature this way, my awareness of environmental issues also increases.
Regarding food, I once lost 4-5 kilograms by restricting carbohydrates, but the battle against hunger was a great test of endurance.
Therefore, instead of enduring, I try to think about reducing the quantity of things I like.

Anti-Aging Relies Solely on Individual Effort

What I consider 'anti-aging' is to prevent the acceleration of the downhill slide that comes with aging.
When I question whether relying on supplements and medication is truly beneficial, I first consider what I put into my own mouth. By believing in my own judgment and accumulating effort, I believe that's the only way.

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Emilie Yamano
CEO, Yamano & Associates Inc.
Born May 29, 1946, in Tokyo. Graduated from Meiji University, Faculty of Economics.
Founded Yamano & Associates Inc., and has been involved in consulting, marketing, and import sales for the Japanese market entry of European and USA brands, spanning from food to fashion and cosmetics. For the past several years, she has also been engaged in programs fostering cultural and traditional craft exchanges and business collaborations in the ancient cities of Florence and Kyoto. She views 'natural healing' and 'preventive medicine' as key keywords for future marketing.
http://www.yamano.co.jp

From Ryuzo Saito to Emilie Yamano

I planned the public lecture 'Anti-Aging-Lifestyle' with the premise that 'anti-aging is a means, not an end'.

I was able to hear many insightful stories from the wonderful guests whom I deeply respect.

Personally, I had been thinking that 'returning to nature has an introspective aspect, and the stance of awakening dormant sensibilities to live a better life could be a goal for anti-aging.' Ms. Yamano has truly realized such an anti-aging lifestyle.

For me, who is swamped with daily work, the bi-weekly trips to Minakami would be tough, but I think I'll start with Yoyogi Park.

Recently, I visited 'GIAGGIOLO Ginza,' which incorporates the concept of 'Santa Maria Novella,' the world's oldest pharmacy, which Ms. Yamano handles in Japan. The menu is infused with the ideas of 'natural healing' and 'preventive medicine'.
In particular, I felt a strong policy of 'providing olive oil, which contains anti-inflammatory alpha-linolenic acid, without oxidation' conveyed through the dishes.
Also, the 'aromatic punch' of the herbal tea was so astonishing that it inspired me to start studying aromatherapy.