In this episode Dan (Yin) and James (Young) share their experiences with married life. Dan gives his perspective as someone who has been married longer and also has children. In contrast, James, who’s newly married, shares some of his feelings transitioning into married life.
Highlights:
No real major changes for Young after marriage, but there are some nuanced shifts in family dynamics with Young, his parents, and the in-laws
Compromises to create more quality time with one’s partner, while still managing some time for hobbies.
Figuring out each other’s palette when cooking.
Discussion about ramen flavors.
Adjusting to budgets and spending money as a couple
Doing martial arts at an older age requires a shift in thought.
Accepting the valuable experience of living in semi-rural Japan.
Regrets and the concept of time.
Language corner: Japanese
日日是好日 - nichi nichi kore kou jitsu (aslo pronounced: hi bi kore kou jitsu) - every day is a good day, enjoy each day (even the “bad” ones).
豚小屋 - buta go ya - pigsty [used to describe a messy room]
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