to think deeply about your emotions, actions, or experiences
自分の感情、行動、または経験について深く考える (jibun no kanjou, koudou, mata wa keiken ni tsuite fukaku kangaeru)
"He often reflects on how much he has changed over the years."
"彼はよく、どれほど自分が年々変わったかを振り返ります。" (Kare wa yoku, dorehodo jibun ga nen nen kawatta ka o furikaerimasu)
to continue doing something despite difficulties
when rain or storm delays or does not start immediately
to make someone feel better by offering kind words or action...
to resign or leave a position of authority or responsibility
to criticize or express opposition to something or someone
to simplify something to its essential points