One phrase I learned while living in Japan for a year has helped me become a more flexible, laid-back person

What happened: A writer describes learning the Japanese phrase "shōganai," meaning "it can't be helped," while living in Japan, and how it helped them become more flexible when plans go wrong. Why it matters: The writer says the phrase changed their mindset, making them more willing to go with the flow instead of dwelling on setbacks.

A writer describes learning the Japanese phrase "shōganai," meaning "it can't be helped," while living in Japan, and how it helped them become more flexible when plans go wrong.

The writer says the phrase changed their mindset, making them more willing to go with the flow instead of dwelling on setbacks.