Issue 164 focuses on nurturing gratitude within ourselves. In "Offering Gratitude to Earth and Great Nature", Yuka, Maki, and Rika Saionji lead participants in prayers of gratitude and a reading from Masahisa Goi. More writings by Masahisa Goi, including "How I Became the Person I Am Now" and "Know Yourself", expand on the theme of gratitude. Also features part 2 of "Happiness and Unhappiness" by Masami Saionji and the first chapter from "Essays on the Bible, Vol. 2" by Masahisa Goi, as well as reports from overseas events.