Three I's to Create a Loving, Caring Space

I’m an interculturalist and a coach. I coach my clients on how to communicate, work, and live in a multi-cultural environment effectively. So, I should communicate well in my daily life, right? I should have no issue communicating with anyone, right? No. To be vulnerable, authentic, and honest with you, I face communication challenges often - especially with my husband.

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MarriageTomomi Kumai
Bath Time Is Quality Time with My Son

My son and I’ve been taking a bath every night. Since my first son died in November, it’s been important for me to feel my second son more. For me, taking a bath together with my second son has been a way to feel his existence directly. I was hoping that it was good for his grieving also because we can both boost our oxytocin. After we get out of the bath, it was out ritual to drink some water, milk, or juice together.

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FamilyTomomi Kumai
15-Push-Up for 15 Days Challenge Completed

“You’ll have lovely arms by the end of the month, I promise!!!”

— My friend Kia

15 days ago, I saw my friend Kia’s Facebook video post. She was doing push-ups saying that she’ll do 15 push-ups every day for 15 days. I was so attracted by the words “lovely arms,” but I wasn’t sure if I could do so many push-ups. She asked me if I wanted to join her, so I said, I wanna give it a try.

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HealthTomomi Kumai