‘Ganbatte‘ (gan-ba-tay) is a beautiful Japanese word that means “Do your best,” “Never give up,” or “Keep moving forward.”

But it’s more than just a phrase — it’s a mindset, a way of living with intention, resilience, and heart.

Here, ganbatte reflects the spirit behind everything We do: staying positive, inspired, and committed to growth, even in the face of challenges.

Welcome — We’re glad you’re here.

This site was created after being deeply inspired by a beautiful book: “Ganbatte” by Albert Liebermann.

Here, let’s share stories, thoughts, and bits of inspiration — all grounded in the spirit of ganbatte — with the hope that they’ll lift all readers up, too.

Recent inspiring stories

from the book ‘Ganbatte’ by Albert Liebermann…

…Don’t worry about things that are out of your control. If the problem is within your control, ganbatte! Take charge and solve it. If, on the other hand, it is something out of your hands, stop worrying about it…
…We have all found ourselves in situations in life in which we got bogged down and decided to give up because we thought there was no way out. That tends to happen when we are blinded by stress and forget about our creative ability for finding solutions…
…Obstacles are a good indicator that we are on the right path. The only person who never stumbles over a stone is the one who never starts to walk. Each test you undergo and each obstacle you leave behind will make you stronger…
…The Maneki Neko shows us that is honorable to insistently ask for that which you desire. As the Gospel of Matthew says: “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened…”
…• Never give up. • Grow continually as a person, both from battles won and battles lost. • Learn from your enemies or rivals and ultimately consider them friends, because they are your masters. • Smile and show good humor in any circumstances…
‘…apart from the constant effort required to break a record, what is also needed is the belief that it can be done. The first and most important barrier is in the mind…’
…That is what ganbatte means. It implies giving the best of yourself at each and every moment, to the best of your ability. The result is unimportant—you will have the satisfaction of knowing you did your best…