Hello everyone. Today, I want to share with you about my lifework, counseling, with a focus on the keyword “for the sake of others.” As a counselor with severe disabilities, I’d like to share my experiences and thoughts.

The Importance of Counseling and My Role
Counseling plays a vital role for those who need emotional support. Especially for people with severe disabilities, they face numerous challenges in their daily lives, and they need assistance to address each of these challenges. Being someone who also lives with a disability, I can deeply understand the feelings and worries of those in similar situations. This understanding is a significant strength in my role as a counselor.

Practicing Empathy and Support
In my continued work as a counselor, I meet many people. Each encounter brings new learning opportunities for me. For instance, one client shared how they lost their self-esteem after a sudden accident left them disabled. They couldn’t find value in themselves and felt hopeless about their daily life. In such cases, I start by showing empathy and understanding, carefully listening to their story.

Through counseling, I’ve realized that everyone has their own strengths, and those strengths can be brought out with the support of others. Facing clients as a counselor helps me reaffirm my own strengths and values, leading to my personal growth.

The Belief in “For the Sake of Others”
The phrase “for the sake of others” is at the core of my counseling work. I chose the path of becoming a counselor out of gratitude for the support and help I received in the past. I, too, struggled with my disability, feeling isolated and hopeless at times. However, I exist today thanks to the support and encouragement from many people. Helping those who face similar challenges is my way of giving back.

Witnessing clients regain their smiles and take new steps forward brings me the greatest joy. Counseling is not a one-way support system; it’s a partnership where we walk together. The process of overcoming problems and finding new hope with clients is an immensely fulfilling experience for me.

Counseling as Lifework
Counseling is a part of my lifework and a crucial axis of my life. Although I’m often busy with work and daily life, I cherish my time spent on counseling. Through conversations with clients, I feel that I can continue to grow.

Through this lifework, I aim to continually realize the philosophy of “for the sake of others.” I hope to help clients enrich their lives by sincerely addressing their challenges and finding solutions together. Through this journey, I also gain new insights and learnings, striving to become a better counselor.

Conclusion
Continuing counseling as a lifework is deeply meaningful to me. With the keyword “for the sake of others” at heart, I wish to remain a supportive presence for many people. I will continue to work hard so that as many people as possible can regain their smiles and live with new hope through the support I provide.

If you found this article resonant, I would be delighted if you could share it. I aim for this message to reach as many people as possible and to become a support for even one more person. I believe that your support and empathy will further enrich my lifework. Thank you very much.