Book 7. Asking a store clerk can help you hone your fashion sense, but inner character and culture are things that are built up over a long period of time.

Hello. I'm Watanabe Ten. The theme of this post is that it doesn't take much time to polish your appearance (design). Shaping your appearance is important. There are books out there that claim that appearance is 90% of what matters, so I think the importance of appearance is a very important element.

　Just as people judge others by their appearance, there are certain fashions and makeup styles that are appropriate for certain situations and environments. If you wear clothes that are out of place, you may be looked down upon and not be able to join in with the group. It can be very awkward to be the only one dressed casually when everyone else is dressed formally.

　If everyone else is wearing a suit and you're the only one wearing a T-shirt and jeans, you might wonder if you're the president of a venture company. But if you think about it, fashion and makeup are easy to imitate.

　When it comes to fashion, the outfits worn by the mannequins in front of the store as soon as you enter, and the clothes displayed on the shelves that catch your eye first, are the best-selling, stylish clothes. Of course, there are many different fashion shops, but you can also create your own unique and original fashion by combining clothes sold in a single store with other fashion brands.

　It's easy to look stylish and fashionable. If you go to a department store, the sales staff will be able to teach you about makeup. That's right. Fashion can be easily changed. Of course, it's a different story if the best-selling outfits are on display in the store and they match your character and personality.

　However, it is not easy to change internally. Of course, there will be events that trigger a complete change in values ​​and environment. However, most people live relatively stable lives, with everyday life being a continuation of the usual routine.

　Some people's lives may be full of ups and downs like a roller coaster, but if you want to change someone's inner self, you have no choice but to spend time changing everything from their personality to everything else. Even when it comes to studying, it takes a long period of education, from entering elementary school to graduating from high school and working, or graduating from university, to become a person who can function in society, and it takes a long period of education, over a dozen years.

　Simply put, if you ask the staff at each store for advice on your appearance, fashion, and makeup, your fashion sense will naturally improve. At first, just follow the staff's advice and dress in the fashion they recommend.

　If you want to go beyond that and improve your inner self, in the case of fashion, you might be able to improve your sense of fashion in six months by listening to the advice of a store clerk, but inner character and culture are things that are built up over a long period of time. They cannot be changed overnight.

　I know that it's easy to improve your appearance, but your inner self takes a long time to build up. I'm not a big shot, but I can tell which clothes are selling by walking around the store. You can rely on your intuition and buy with confidence what you think is cool if you're a man, or what you think is cute if you're a woman.

　Even with makeup, these days (2025), more and more men are wearing it, and if you ask a store clerk, they'll recommend the makeup that's right for you. All you have to do is buy and try out different cosmetics and clothes, and your sense of fashion and appearance will improve.

　However, anyone who has bought clothes for a while will understand that even if you try to pick the best parts from various brands, in the end you will probably end up settling on the conservative, casual clothes worn by supermodels from high-end fashion brands.

　Of course, if you want to stand out from the crowd with your fashion, you can also wear a combination of multiple fashion brands. If you pursue classic casual style, you can settle on high-end brands, but you can also go beyond that and stand out from the crowd with unique fashion.

　That's all for today, but while it's easy to improve your appearance, it's your inner self that has invisible value, so I hope you will study and hone your skills. That's all. This was Watanabe Ten.

(*P.S.) The difference between what is visible and what is invisible

Book 6: Commonalities and analogies - with just a little ingenuity, science and learning can create a new civilization.

　Hello. I'm Watanabe Ten. This time, I'd like to talk about the topic of science, which is not good at making analogies or finding common ground. When I say science, I don't mean all academic disciplines. There are many academic disciplines, from the art of ruling to the art of living in society.

　For me, the most important academic field is economics. Economics is a field of study related to money, but if used well, it is almost always a meaningful field when starting a business or making an investment.

　In addition to its significance, economics is both a science and a humanities subject. It is a science in the sense that it uses mathematical formulas, but it is also a humanities subject in the sense that it does not end with proving mathematical formulas in writing. In other words, if you study economics first, it will be an entry point into both the science and the humanities.

　I don't think that economics is a discipline for making money. Of course, economics provides the minimum knowledge necessary to make money, but more than that, economics provides many ideas as a philosophy.

　You've probably heard of conservatives and progressives, or right-wing and left-wing. Political news is full of articles about topics that divide the right and left. I call myself more of a center-left because I value being progressive. Even more so, right-wing conservatives are important.

　Right-wing conservatism refers to the foundations built by our predecessors, such as tradition and culture. If society is comfortable today, it is because of the foundations built by our predecessors. However, society will never improve based on right-wing conservatism alone.

　In economics, there is a concept called Pareto optimum. Its definition means that no one loses and everyone gains. I believe that both the right and the left are important, and that 80% should remain conservative and 20% should be innovative and new.

　However, some people may not be able to accept this new, innovative reality. Of course, innovations are still in the experimental stage, so we need to judge whether they are correct in the long run. What's more, there is a risk that the elderly and the elderly may be left behind in the new reality.

 　When science and learning advances rapidly, some people are left behind. This is because science can change dramatically with just a little ingenuity. At the very least, science can create not only a new culture but even a new civilization by simply drawing commonalities and analogies.

　Find commonalities and make inferences. With this little ingenuity, science and academia can create a new civilization. That's all I have to say. That's all. Thank you for listening. This was Watanabe Ten.

Book 5: Art is a process, write with intuition and correct with reason!

Hello. I'm Ten Watanabe.

　Art is a collection of processes. In the world of art, a masterpiece that shaped an era is born every few decades, but it is clear that the process of creating that masterpiece was based on the many processes of its predecessors.

　Even if a masterpiece that adorns an era is born, it is only one step, a process. That's right. Even a work of art that defines an era is merely a passing point for future generations. Of course.

　If you've ever tried to fortify a piece of art, whether it be songwriting or novel-writing, you know that it can be hard to come up with an idea. It takes time to get the first stroke, but once you start writing, you'll find that the process becomes surprisingly easy, almost like the law of inertia. Just try writing for five minutes.

　I believe that a work of art is both a process and something that should be written with sensitivity or intuition. Many painters and novelists, and by artists I mean writers and painters who created an era (no, I'm not talking about me, lol). However, they can also be considered pioneers who opened up new genres through their artwork.

　It is precisely because they created new expressive powers as art that these great masters are great teachers who produced masterpieces in their respective genres that will go down in history.

　I am writing this piece based on my intuition. I am one of those people who write normally, but I am currently writing this piece based on my intuition. You may have heard the expression that ideas fall from the sky. In fact, art may be a kind of impulse.

　Art as art is the expression of the writer's impulse. However, there is one problem. If art is created simply on impulse, readers and viewers may perceive it as an unknown, mysterious thing that they cannot understand. For us, it is this mysterious, unknown thing that is the value of art.

　Unlike my great predecessors, I am just an ordinary writer, but as an artist I have one opinion: that is, art is art, but I believe that each and every one of those forgotten works was an important milestone for future generations.

　Although I wrote this article in a messy manner, I will safely revise this sentence, which I wrote intuitively, using reason. Yes. I have corrected it. Okay!! Writing impulsively based on emotion is not coherent, so I will revise it rationally and rewrite it into a coherent, logical sentence.

　This is a story about my original, self-taught method, but it's something I'm very satisfied with even when I read it again later. Art is a process related to art for future generations, and at the same time, it's something that is written intuitively, and in my case, I also make further corrections with reason, but I interpret art as something like that.

　That's all. Thank you for listening. This is just my opinion, written in the usual way. This is Watanabe Ten.

(P.S.) 1. I'm going to buy a mirror at Kirindo. 2. Did medicine become the first academic field? So, is that why doctors and doctorates are both doctors?

Book 4. Facial cleanser, skin care cream, and false eyelashes - the ultimate combination!!

 Hello. I'm Ten Watanabe.

　Facial cleansers are something that women naturally use. However, since men don't care about beauty or grooming, there aren't many men who use them. Facial cleansers are used to keep the skin clean, as well as to treat acne. While they are not specifically designed for whitening, some facial cleansers can make the skin look whiter.

Anyone who knows the benefits of face washes may be tempted to use them. I don't think it's necessary to use face wash every day, but a few times a week is enough. Face washes can strip your skin of oils, which can leave it feeling dry for a while after washing.

　If your skin is dry, applying lotion or moisturizing cream will keep your skin moisturized and beautiful. Women may be used to using face washes and skin care creams on a daily basis, but I recommend trying a slightly more expensive product instead of a cheap one. You'll be convinced of the difference.

　After applying skin care cream, wiping your face with a towel will prevent it from getting shiny. I recommend buying a skin care product just once, even if you think you've been tricked. The reactions of those around you will surely be different.

　In addition, in my opinion, the most important feature of the face is the eyes. Women may use mascara and false eyelashes, but I'm sure I'm not the only one who thinks that big, round eyes are very attractive.

　For women, I think that if you use natural makeup and then layer on makeup that emphasizes your eyes, it will definitely change your appearance. Personally, I would like people to aim for natural makeup with big eyes, rather than heavy makeup. This is just the opinion of one man.

　Facial cleanser, skin care cream, and false eyelashes. It's the best combination. In addition, I think it would be a good idea for working adults and students studying hard to take a short break during lunchtime. A tired face is not attractive. Why not try taking regular breaks, staying hydrated, and aiming for a healthy, fatigue-free body? This will surely change the way not only your own gender but also the opposite gender see you. Natural makeup that leaves you feeling fatigued. It's the best. Men can also use facial cleanser and skin care cream.

That's all. This is Watanabe Ten.

Book 3. Leaders quickly become arrogant and fall from grace, so I think it's best to think of yourself as about average!

  Hello. My name is Watanabe Ten. The theme of this article is that the number one person is the mediator. No matter what leader you are, you need a mediator. The number one person almost always needs to be someone elected by other parties. Even that president, there have been many different presidents, and even the president who is the leader of a certain country's party, went through an election.

The position of president is unique, and the term of office is generally about eight years. After two elections, the president can have an eight-year career. Eight years may seem long, but it is actually short. This is because there are almost always manifestos (promises) that must be fulfilled during the term.

The position of president is essentially the number one in practical matters and refers to the top administrative official, but the president should also be a coordinator and the face of the nation.

Speaking of number one, their job is negotiation as a leader. In other words, it is foreign diplomacy, and they negotiate between countries with diplomats as secretaries. Furthermore, they are in a managerial position, so they need to exercise personnel authority as managers or leaders.

An excellent leader also trains new employees and acts as the gatekeeper, serving as the first point of contact for new employees. In my opinion, number one must be number one in terms of ability and overall strength, but more than that, they must be a generalist.

And as a generalist leader, my most important task is to act as a coordinator who brings together a group of specialists. A specialist's greatest weapon is their expertise, and I believe that the number two position should be a T-shaped specialist, a talented person with multiple specialties, who can carry out their duties.

Unlike leaders of the past, humility is important for today's leaders. Leaders of all eras have fallen from grace by quickly becoming arrogant. To remain in power as a leader for a long time, I think it's best to think of yourself as about average. That's just my personal opinion, though...

Now, one thing that interests me is the difference between a king and a president. A president's term is 4 years x 2 = 8 years, while a king remains king for life until he retires. The position of king is very special. He almost always needs financial resources. He needs to provide his people with food, clothing, and shelter, and bestow many benefits.

Nowadays, kingdoms may seem small, but kings cover their national finances by collecting taxes from the people. However, I have recently come to think that the king himself needs to earn the national budget. Bureaucrats get budgets and do their jobs. The work of bureaucrats is a public position, and administrative activities are funded by taxes, but it leads to enormous waste.

I have doubts about the organization known as government. Is government really necessary? This is one question I have. In some cases, governments have resorted to reigns of terror. They have given birth to dictators and even committed genocide. However, the organization known as government can be said to be the greatest wisdom of our time.

In my opinion, running a country through a corporation, especially a holding company, is the most cutting edge of thinking. A country run by a company. If a company were to act as a substitute for the government, then reigns of terror or dictatorships would no longer exist. Even during the war.

An organization called a company runs a country. It must require a fairly advanced technology or know-how. I, Watanabe Ten, believe in this possibility. That's all. This was Watanabe Ten.

Book 2. Have you ever had the experience of winning the first prize in the lottery and having your values ​​change completely?

 Hello. This is Watanabe Ten.

Phenomena that occur in reality are made up of various causal relationships. Even Laplace's demon is said to be able to predict reality if he could fully understand physical phenomena. Perhaps a perfectly pre-established, or in other words, completely predictable, inevitable world does not exist.

However, just as science aims to predict the future, attempts to predict reality are interesting. If you were forced to choose between reality and unreality, which do you think you would choose? Reality refers to the timeline we currently live in. Furthermore, fantasy refers to a world that is far removed from everyday life.

Just as the grass is always greener on the other side, you may be longing for a fantasy world. If the grass is always greener on the other side and you find an interesting, shiny gem lying around, you might step into a fantasy world to get your hands on that gem. I know the saying, "Reality is stranger than fiction." The most realistic things that exist between reality and fiction are made up of interesting events.

Now, have you heard of the urban legend about doppelgangers? It's the story that there are three people in the world who are identical to you. I have never met a doppelganger in real life. However, I have seen many people in my daily life who I feel sorry for because they look just like me.

When the fantasy world surpasses the real world, there is a chance that you will choose the fantasy world over reality. In other words, neither doppelgangers nor fantasy worlds are common sense, but they teach me a lesson. Even if you find yourself in such a situation, it is hard to believe in reality.

If I met my doppelganger, I would probably think they were an exact match, and if I suddenly stepped into a fantasy world, I don't think I'd be able to distinguish it from reality.

I have had unimaginable experiences in real life. I'm not bragging, but I have experienced a reality that is harder to believe than anything in fiction. I can't say much about it specifically, but if you had an experience similar to mine, would you be able to accept it? In other words, if you experienced something more real than fiction, like fantasy or science fiction.

I think that reality is more prone to surprising coincidences than fiction. Have you ever had the experience of winning the first prize in the lottery in the real world, and had your values ​​change completely?

Your values ​​change. I'm talking about a change in your state of mind, but I think that changes in your state of mind happen more often when you're in reality than when you're reading a novel. This is because a novel is, after all, just a novel, and you don't get involved in it.

The grass is always greener on the other side. That's an interesting point. Surprisingly, it's not fiction but reality that is the darkest spot under the unrealistic lighthouse. Reality is full of unexpected events. You change the world!! Your world can change in an instant. Try to make an effort to change your world. That's all. This was Watanabe Ten.

第２５冊。小説。ハートのエース。こちら、β。夢の世界で王になることを決めたんだ。邪魔しないでくれ。Novel. Ace of Hearts. This is Beta. I've decided to become king in the dream world. Don't get in my way.

 あれ。なぜだろう。βはふと昔の楽しい日々を思い返す。家族で行った旅行や祖父母と会うために帰省した日々。なぜか、ツーっと涙が出てくる。なぜ、僕は勉強から逃げたのだろうか。

β。こちらコウタだけど。そちらのαグループは賑やかだけど、ミサキがβの暴走を心配しているんだよ。なんでβはこの頃、学校に来なくなったの。今、何をしているの。教えてほしいんだけど。

こちらβ。学校に行く必要が無くなったんだよね。もう出席日数が足りているし、学校で勉強することに価値を見出せなくなったんだ。代わりに面白い遊び場ができて、そこで働いているんだよ。ボランティアだけどね。

こちら、ミヨリ。コウタの言う通り、βには学校に来てほしい。何か色々隠し事があるみたいだけど、学校に戻ってきてほしい。そちらのαグループは崩壊の危機にあるとβのグループのαたちが騒いでいるんだよ。今、どうしているの。

こちら、β。僕のことはそっとして置いて欲しい。今、何をしているかといえば、いつも横になって寝ているんだよ。寝ているだけ。調子が少し良くないのかも。夢の世界という話があって。君たちには分からないかもしれないけど。

この頃、夢がやけにリアルになってきたんだ。明晰夢というらしいけど、夢だと分かっているんだけど、自由に夢の中を動けるようになってきた。寝ている間は現実とは区別できないほどリアルなんだよ。起きているときと同じ感覚。でも、寝ている夢の中だということは分かっているんだ。こちら、天でした。

なぜか、この頃、色々なαのグループで夢の話が出てきているらしい。何でも夢の中で料理を食べるんだけど、本当においしくて現実のようなんだって。

でもさー、思ったんだけど、痛みとかもあるのかな。痛みがあるんだったら僕は嫌だな。実は感覚も本当にあるらしい。痛みがあるという報告は他のαのグループからは上がってこないんだけど。夢の世界で機械の心とともに生きる。

こちらβ。もう勉強はコリゴリなんだよ。なぜかって、夢の中のほうが楽しいからだよ。そのうち、仕事をするようになって社会人として業績を競い合うようになるんだろ。僕はそんな人生は良くないんだよ。

散々これまで勉強に時間を使ってきて今度は別の業績を上げるというゲームが始まる。また一から振り出しのようで本当に人生が嫌になったんだ。そこで近くの神社でどうにかならないか神頼みをしたんだ。たまに神社に行って初詣にも行く神社なんだけど、ノイローゼになりそうで勉強に嫌気が指していたんだ。本当だよ。

少し前までは本当に勉強が楽しかった。αのグループの中でもいつも一番で周りも褒めてくれるし、勉強が楽しくて仕方なかった。でも、高校生になって受験競争が始まってから勉強が楽しくなくなったんだ。本当に勉強をする必要があるか疑問に思ったんだ。

学校の先生も言うように大学を卒業して社会人になったら働く。勉強はその土台で働くようになってから出世をするために業績を上げる時の基礎になるから、今のうちに仕事の土台となる勉強を頑張れば有利に社会人のスタートを切れると先生が教えてくれたんだ。スタートダッシュをしたければ、良い大学に行ってしっかりと勉強する。

社会で色々な物を手に入れるためには会社で出世する必要があって、仕事をしていれば大概のものは何でも手に入るのが社会だと担任の先生が教えてくれたんだ。

こちらはβだけど。まだ競争が続くのかと思ったら挫けそうになって、神社に神頼みに行ったら、例の夢を見るようになったんだ。僕は思うんだけど、勉強して社会人の土台として大学に通っても、本当に一人分の成功しか手に入れられないような気がするんだ。

物凄いお金持ちがいるように、お金が全てではないけど、有名になって、お金を得て、良いポストに就いて、有名人の奥さんをもらう。僕にはそんな社会的な成功が本当に重要か分からないんだよ。僕は夢を見るようになってから、感情が欠落していくのを感じたんだ。

僕は夢の中でハートのエースを名乗り、機械の心を持っていると言って回っているんだけど、ミヨリとコウタは分かってないんだよ。僕はこの競争の舞台から降りたいんだ。だけど、それは僕の両親が許さないし、相変わらず、楽しくもない受験勉強に専念しなければならない。大学を卒業しても勉強の成績競争とは別のゲームが始まる。

こちら、β。夢の世界で王になることを決めたんだ。邪魔しないでくれ。

こちら、天　。β。少し冷静になってほしい。君は本当に優秀だとクラスでも話題だけど、何で、そんなに自暴自棄になるんだよ。βを含む僕らのグループも仲間割れしそうな兆しがあって、どうにかして欲しいんだよ。僕は今まで通りのβでいてほしい。決して夢の世界に逃げないでほしい。僕も夢に関しては信じるけど、本当に夢の世界の住人になれると信じているのか。その真意を聞いてみたいんだよ。