Oh god. Every chapter of this manga is great and never fail me, but this one is something else.
I don't really relate in taking care of the elderly (although admittedly, I did tear up a bit when Haruyama cried), but Takayanagi-sensei's lesson about frustration, conflict, and building up tolerance stab me in the heart, because I've been having troubles about it quite recently. It reinforced my belief and feels like it strengthened my resolve to face my problems. It's something many people need to know, I feel. I especially love the bit "try to overcome it in baby steps". An advice many people truly need.
This manga continues to be one of my favorites, surprising me by every turn, and even giving me actual life lessons.
Glad we're caught up now, even if it means waiting every 2 months. It'll be worth the wait.
Let us meet again when it's time for ethics.
P.S. Takayanagi-sensei being dejected when he's left out is so cute lmao.