Whenever I try to explain “nomikai” in English, I get a bit confused because a direct translation doesn’t seem appropriate due to cultural differences. Highlighting the drinking aspect of the gathering feels a little awkward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anyway, I had dinner with my former colleagues last week and the week before last. I enjoyed it, and I hope everyone I talked with felt the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, I also have some regrets, as I feel I must have done something embarrassing due to my drunkenness.
Embarrassment seems inevitable in life, and I feel that this anxiety intensifies after social gatherings involving alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I wonder if I will eventually start declining invitations to these dinners one day.
Usually, I forget these feelings as time passes and accept future invitations anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I also believe that socializing itself is helpful for my work.
I report to a global organization and need to develop relationships with colleagues in other departments in any way I can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, it’s a bit complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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