THE BEGINNING

A LOOK AT THE SHINTO FAITH

• Think lifestyle not religion
• Japanese roots / influence
• Happiness. Acceptance. Gratitude.

DISCOVERY - HOW I FOUND IT

• Simple interest sophomore year
• Rough patch junior year
• Immersed myself into Japanese culture
• Visited the Tsubaki Grand Shrine

HOW IT CHANGED ME

• Long term festivals
• Simplicity. Experience emotion again
• Inner strength. Outer protection