If life feels like a never-ending to-do list, this book is the reset button you didn’t know you needed. Marci introduces the Japanese concept of yoyu—the idea of having enough (or more than enough) time, energy, money, or mental space—and shows how embracing it can help us break free from burnout and overwhelm.

drawing from her 30+ years in Japan and personal experience caring for her Japanese father-in-law, Marci blends cultural insights, real-life stories, and practical exercises to help readers reclaim balance. unlike typical self-help books that tell you to “just make time for yourself,” this digs deeper into why we feel so depleted in the first place. whether it’s struggling to set boundaries, constantly running on empty, or feeling like there’s never enough (money, time, space—you name it), this book offers tangible strategies to shift your mindset and reclaim your resources.

i really liked it because the author gets it—she understands the mental load of managing work, family, and everything in between. she doesn’t sugarcoat the struggles but instead offers small, doable shifts that actually work. her approach is refreshing, focusing on abundance in all forms, not just financial, and helping readers find balance without guilt.

4.5 ⭐️
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