decide

decide the plan

プランを作って決めた

decide on the plan

既にいくつかのプランが存在していた状態での決断

（ on の上にいくつかのプランがあり、そこからチョイス）

決める

decide   複数の選択肢・考えた末

determine   強い意志をもって決断・意志を固める

～できない

can't make it 動詞原形

I can't make it go for the running session today.

久々に

haven't PP .... in ages

I haven't been "overreached" in such a long time.

in ages

in a long time

in such a long time

～と比べて

compare to ...

It might be a great deal compared to the regular store. 

岐路

at the crossroads

You are standing at the crossroads of/in your running life.

at the turning point

事故に関わる

be involved in ...（＝I was in a ...）

I was involved in a car accident the other day.

the other day   この間、先日

social media

But some involved fear and aggression.

fear   /fɪr/　n)恐れ・恐怖

aggression   /ə'greʃn/　n)攻撃性・侵略行為

involved

/ɪn'vɑːlvd/　adjective   [not before noun]   関わる・巻き込まれる

★ taking part in something; being part of something or connected with something

・Some people tried to stop the fight, but I didn't want to get involved.

・It can be helpful to talk about your worries to someone who is not directly involved.

・involved in something   He became actively involved in politics.

・How many vehicles were involved in the crash?

・They were involved in a road accident.

・involved with something   従事している(自身の意思で関与している）

Several people have been involved with the project from the beginning.

In this meaning, involved is often used directly after noun.

・We'll make our decision and contact the people involved.

～してからでは遅い

once ....

It's too late once you feel pain.

お買い得

a great deal

It might be a great deal compared to the regular store.

先ほど

a while ago

見つける（偶然）

come across

A while ago, I came across a large size of Kaki-P at the GS store. 

心配していた

be concerned

She was concerned that you posted your leg on FB.

Today, we will be discussing the topic of a contractor building a house. Can you please tell me about the process involved in this?

contractor   /'kɑːntræktər/　noun

★ a person or company that has a contract to do work or provide goods or services for another company

・ a building/roofing/electrical contractor

process involved in ...

環状道路

ring road

ほとんど～しない　rarely

I know you rarely cook.

～を試案している　think of/about   of は具体案　about は漠然と

I'm thinking of the half marathon 

～を兼ねて　in addition to 

下見に行く・ちょっと見る　go to take a look at ...

事前に　in advance

In addition to take a look at the reservoir in advance for the triathlon.

付き添い　observe

普通の女の子　just a girl

You can go there just to observe like just a girl.

余裕がない

I can’t afford the time   時間に余裕がない

I can't afford the time to go for the morning sessions this week.

afford は can , be able to と一緒に用いる

たまごかけご飯

mix egg and put it on rice

I'll have the breakfast of mixing fresh egg and natto together and put it on rice.

ぐっすり眠る

a good night's sleep

reading gets a good night's sleep for you lol.

the benefits of practicing mindfulness in daily life

Practicing mindfulness in daily life has numerous benefits. It helps us stay present in the moment, reducing stress and anxiety.

By being mindful, we can improve our focus and concentration, leading to better decision-making and productivity.

Mindfulness also enhances self-awareness, allowing us to understand our emotions and reactions better.

This can improve our relationships with others and ourselves.

Overall, incorporating mindfulness into our daily routine can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

mindfulness　/'maɪndflnəs/　noun

現在の状況を受け入れリラックスするテクニック

★ a mental state achieved by concentrating on the present moment, while calmly accepting the feeling and thoughts that come to you, used as a technique to help you relax

・A therapist may teach mindfulness, a concept borrowed from Zen Buddhism.

・Mindfulness is a way for body and mind to reconnect.

practice   v)習慣的に行う・繰り返して習熟させる

numerous   /'nuːmərəs/　adj)非常に多い 

present　/'preznt/　

　adj)その場にいる、現在の　n)現在　v)贈る、発表する　n)贈り物

anxiety　/æŋ'zaɪəti/　n)不安

reconnect   v)再びつなぐ

mindful

focus

decision-making

productivity

enhance

self-awareness

overall

incorporate

fulfill

How to spend the day before the marathon？

Thank you for asking on how to spend the day before the marathon.

----It's important to prepare well. What are your thoughts on how to spend this day?

I believe that the day before the marathon should be all about rest and relaxation. It's crucial to give your body time to recharge and get ready for the race.

----That sounds like a good plan. How do you plan on relaxing and preparing mentally for the marathon?

I think it's essential to stay off your feet as much as possible, maybe do some light stretching or yoga, and visualize yourself crossing the finish line strong and happy.

----Great suggestions! Is there anything specific you like to eat or any other tips you follow before a big race?

I always make sure to hydrate well, eat easily digestible foods like pasta or rice, and get a good night's sleep. It's also helpful to pack your race gear and doublecheck everything you'll need for the next day.

----It sounds like you have a solid plan in place. 

thoughts　/θɔːt/　n)意見･考え･気持ち

all about   全ては...につきる・～次第である 

recharge   /,riː'tʃɑːrdʒ/　v)

stay off   v)～から離れている・遠ざかっている・控える

as much as possible　できるだけ

visualize   /'vɪʒuəlaɪz/　v)視覚化する・想像する

hydrate　/'haɪdreɪt/　v)水分を補給する

digestible   /daɪ'dʒestəbl/　adj)消化のよい

solid　/'sɑːlɪd/  adj)固体の、全部詰まった･隙間のない、充実した、ゆるぎない

in place   適所に

重要な・大切な

important（重要な：カジュアル・フォーマル）

significant   /sɪg'nɪfɪkənt/（重要な：フォーマル）

play a significant role in ...

a significant difference in quality between them 

crucial   /'kruːʃl/　(極めて重大な・運命を左右する・決定的な）

Price will be a crucial factor in the success of this new product.

It is crucial that the problem is tackled immediately.

essential　/ɪ'senʃl/ （必要不可欠・本質的な）

an essential condition  必須条件

It's essential that she has this medicine every day.

少なくとも

at least/at the very least

身体を温める

warm my body up

I warmed my body up. 

かぼちゃ

squash/Japanese pumpkin

flavored

Japanese flavored mapo tofu

麻婆豆腐

mapo tofu

ズボンがゆるくなった

get looser

My pants are getting looser this morning.

幸運・成功を祈っています

fingers crossed

I'll keep my fingers crossed (for you).

Keep your finger crossed for me.

Good luck on your test. I'll keep my finger crossed.

Let's keep our finger crossed that it doesn't rain on Sunday.

秘訣・鍵

... is the key to ...

Nonetheless, persistent practice is the key to improve skills.

とはいえ、持続的な実践が上達の鍵となります

nonetheless   /,nʌnðə'les/　adv)それにもかかわらず、とはいえ

persistent   /pər'sɪstənt/　adj)あくまでもやりぬく、根気強い、持続する

Lightweight construction is the key to achieving these goals.

これらの目標を達成するには軽量構造が鍵になります

That's the key to a happy life.

That's the key to success.

Having good friends is the key to a happy life.

Doing what you love is the key to a happy life.

Not being jealous is the key to a happy life.

 

考える力・思考能力

ability to think

My ability to think is decreasing.  考える力がなくなってきた。

足の指

toe   /təƱ/　n)足の指

toe socks   5本指ソックス

今日はどんな日だった？

How was your day today?

What would you like to change in your lifestyle?

One significant aspect of my lifestyle that I'd like to change is my screen time, especially on social media. In the digital age, it's easy to find oneself spending excessive hours scrolling through feeds, and I believe reducing this would greatly benefit my overall well-being. Before telling you more about it, I would like to thank you for this nice topic.

Excessive screen time, particularly on social media, has been linked to various negative impacts on mental health. It can contribute to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and a distorted sense of reality. Beyond the psychological aspects, prolonged screen time can also affect physical health, leading to issues like eye strain and disrupted sleep patterns.

I plan to initiate this change in the coming month. I know that setting a specific timeline will help me stay accountable and turn this intention into concrete action.

Achieving this change requires a multifaceted approach. Firstly, I would set realistic limits on daily screen time, gradually reducing the hours spent on social media. Utilizing phone features that track screen time and se reminders would assist in this process.

Creating alternative activities is crucial to replace the time spent on social media. This could involve picking up a hobby, reading more books, or engaging in physical activities. Establishing a routine that includes dedicated 'screen-free' periods, especially before bedtime, can significantly improve sleep quality, I believe.

 

festive　/'festɪv/　adj)祝祭の･お祭り気分の･クリスマスの

festive lights   にぎやかなあかり

Oh, look, the festive lights are still up.

a festive occasion   特別なお祝いの日（誕生日など）

a festive mood    祝賀ムード 

（もし）～の場合

in case + 文章　《万が一》

Bring an umbrella in case it rains.

Save your work frequently in case the computer crashes.

コンピュータがクラッシュした場合に備えて、頻繁に作業を保存して下さい。

in case of ....   [起こる可能性がある・予防措置]

In case of rain, bring an umbrella.

I will send you the seat number in case of my late arrival.

in the case of .... 【theで具体的に想定→可能性がある】

In the case of heavy rain, the event will be postponed.

In the case of emergency, please call this number.

In the case of disagreement, we will need to seek a mediator.

When ... 【予想される仮定→可能性がある】

Let’s have lunch when we meet next time.

Please give him my regards when you see him next time.

I will give a speech when our next team meeting takes place.

if ...(現在形)　[可能性がある]

If the weather is good tomorrow, let's go hiking.

If you like, please take my seat.

If all goes well, we should arrive at our destination by sundown.

If you need my help, please don't hesitate to call me at any time.

if ...(過去形)　[可能性が無い・非現実的]　もし～だったら

If I had a car, I would drive to the coast every weekend to watch the sunset.

if I were ...

If I were you, I'd take the opportunity to travel while you have a chance.

If she were here, she would have brightened the room with her laughter.

もし彼女がここにいたら、笑い声で部屋を明るくしたことだろう

Irish coffee

is a caffeinated alcoholic drink consisting of Irish whiskey, hot coffee and sugar, which has been stirred and topped with cream. The coffee is drunk through the cream.

caffeinated   /'kæfɪneɪtɪd/　adj)カフェイン入りの

alcoholic

consisting

stirred

make it

make it   都合がつく

Can you make it?

---I can't make it to the party.

---I don't think I can make it. Maybe next time.

---She can't make it.

make it   間に合う

Do you think we'll make it? The show starts in 10 minutes.

Call John and tell him we're not going to make it in time. 間に合わない

I don't think she's going to make it. She just left her house.

I hope we make the last train.  終電に間に合うといいですね

高級な

high-quality

There is a high-quality suit. The price is almost double. No one orders it for now.

コメントを追加する

add a comment

She added a comment about sleeveless triathlon suits.

～の場合のみ販売する《条件付き販売》

only sell if ...

They will only sell if there are three orders for one item.

購入依頼

make a purchase request

I'll make a purchase request of the triathlon suits.

買い物をする

make a purchase

How about Irish cuisine? Any dishes or beverages that stand out to you?

----Definitely! Irish cuisine is hearty and comforting. Some popular dished include Irish stew, colcannon, and of course, the famous Irish coffee.

beverage

stand out　他とは違う状態(外)にいる、目立つ･優れている･際立つ

hearty   /'hɑːrti/　adj)心からの、食事の量がたっぷりの、力のこもった

comforting　/'kʌmfərtɪŋ/　adj)慰めとなる、ほっとする、元気づける

スレッド

thread

みぞれ

sleet   /sliːt/　

It has already started sleeting.

マラソンのタイム

He run the half marathon in 1 hour 45 minutes.

水泳

easy swim

a easy swim

think of/about

think of ...   （決まったもの）

think about ...  (漠然としたもの）

仕事の依頼

job offer

I accepted job offers to handle special lectures in the Golden week on 5th and 6th May.

担当する

to handle

I accepted job offers to handle special lectures in the golden week on 5th and 6th May.

to be responsible for

to be in charge of

global cuisine

Tokyo displays a colorful and global cuisine with long-established Restaurants.