Download or read book Extended Summary Ikigai The Japanese Secret To A Long And Happy Life Based On The Book By Francesc Miralles Y H ctor Garc a written by Mentors Library and published by Mentors Library. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EXTENDED SUMMARY: IKIGAI - THE JAPANESE SECRET TO A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE – BASED ON THE BOOK BY FRANCESC MIRALLES Y HÉCTOR GARCÍA Are you ready to boost your knowledge about "IKIGAI"? Do you want to quickly and concisely learn the key lessons of this book? Are you ready to process the information of an entire book in just one reading of approximately 20 minutes? Would you like to have a deeper understanding of the techniques and exercises in the original book? Then this book is for you! BOOK CONTENT: Introduction to Ikigai The Search for Purpose The Origin of Ikigai Discovering Your Passion Cultivating What You Love Finding Your Strengths Achieving Flow in Life The Balance of Happiness The Importance of Mindfulness Embracing the Present Moment Nurturing Relationships The Role of Diet and Exercise Living with Purpose in Retirement Overcoming Challenges on the Path to Ikigai Incorporating Ikigai into Your Daily Life
Download or read book Ikigai written by Héctor García and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-08-29 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • 2 MILLION+ COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE “Workers looking for more fulfilling positions should start by identifying their ikigai.” ―Business Insider “One of the unintended—yet positive—consequences of the [pandemic] is that it is forcing people to reevaluate their jobs, careers, and lives. Use this time wisely, find your personal ikigai, and live your best life.” ―Forbes Find your ikigai (pronounced ee-key-guy) to live longer and bring more meaning and joy to all your days. “Only staying active will make you want to live a hundred years.” —Japanese proverb According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai—a reason for living. And according to the residents of the Japanese village with the world’s longest-living people, finding it is the key to a happier and longer life. Having a strong sense of ikigai—where what you love, what you’re good at, what you can get paid for, and what the world needs all overlap—means that each day is infused with meaning. It’s the reason we get up in the morning. It’s also the reason many Japanese never really retire (in fact there’s no word in Japanese that means retire in the sense it does in English): They remain active and work at what they enjoy, because they’ve found a real purpose in life—the happiness of always being busy. In researching this book, the authors interviewed the residents of the Japanese village with the highest percentage of 100-year-olds—one of the world’s Blue Zones. Ikigai reveals the secrets to their longevity and happiness: how they eat, how they move, how they work, how they foster collaboration and community, and—their best-kept secret—how they find the ikigai that brings satisfaction to their lives. And it provides practical tools to help you discover your own ikigai. Because who doesn’t want to find happiness in every day?
Download or read book Summary written by Book Summary Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-28 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ikigai - The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Garcia At some stage in life, we will all inevitably question the point of existence, and try to pinpoint the purpose or ambition that legitimizes our time on the earth. The word ikigai has no literal translation but stems from the words iki, meaning life, and kai, meaning worth. Your ikigai lies somewhere between your values and your desires and evolves throughout your lifetime in accordance with the person you are. "The Ikigai Method" proposes several ways to help better understand your reason for being. By reflecting on the past, grounding ourselves in the present, and projecting ourselves in the future we can revolutionize our lives for the better! Why read this summary: Save time Understand the key concepts Notice: This is a IKIGAI: THE JAPANESE SECRET TO A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE Book Summary. Richard Koch Book. NOT THE ORIGINAL BOOK.
Download or read book Summary of Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life written by and published by Mind B. This book was released on with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summary of Ikigai - According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai—a reason for living. And according to the residents of the Japanese village with the world’s longest-living people, finding it is the key to a happier and longer life. Having a strong sense of ikigai—where what you love, what you’re good at, what you can get paid for, and what the world needs all overlap—means that each day is infused with meaning. It’s the reason we get up in the morning. It’s also the reason many Japanese never really retire (in fact there’s no word in Japanese that means retire in the sense it does in English): They remain active and work at what they enjoy, because they’ve found a real purpose in life—the happiness of always being busy. Disclaimer: This is a summary of the book, not the original book, and contains opinions about the book. It is not affiliated in any way with the original author.
Download or read book IKIGAI written by HECTOR. MIRALLEA GARCIA (FRANCESC.) and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Summary of Ikigai Review Keypoints and Take aways written by PenZen Summaries and published by by Mocktime Publication. This book was released on with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The summary of Ikigai – The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life presented here include a short review of the book at the start followed by quick overview of main points and a list of important take-aways at the end of the summary. The Summary of Ikigai is a book that will show you how the philosophy of Japanese society can help you live a long and fulfilled life. These ideas investigate every aspect of Japanese culture in an effort to discover the country's secrets to long life and provide an explanation for why so many Japanese people, particularly those living on one island in particular, live well past the age of 100. Ikigai summary includes the key points and important takeaways from the book Ikigai by Hector Garcia Puigcerver and Francesc Miralles. Disclaimer: 1. This summary is meant to preview and not to substitute the original book. 2. We recommend, for in-depth study purchase the excellent original book. 3. In this summary key points are rewritten and recreated and no part/text is directly taken or copied from original book. 4. If original author/publisher wants us to remove this summary, please contact us at [email protected].
Download or read book The Ikigai Journey written by Hector Garcia and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-23 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Ikigai Journey, authors Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles take their international bestseller Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life a step further by showing you how to find your own ikigai through practical exercises, such as employing new habits and stepping outside your comfort zone. Ikigai is the place where our passion (what we love), mission (what we hope to contribute), vocation (the gifts we have to offer the world) and profession (how our passions and talents can become a livelihood) converge, giving us a personal sense of meaning. This book helps you bring together all of these elements so that you can enjoy a balanced life. Our ikigai is very similar to change: it is a constant that transforms depending on which phase of life we are in. Our "reason for being" is not the same at 15 as it is at 70. Through three sections, this book helps you to accept and embrace that--acting as a tool to revolutionize your future by helping you to understand the past, so you can enjoy your present. Section 1: Journey Through the Future: Tokyo (a symbol of modernity and innovation) Section 2: Journey Through the Past: Kyoto (an ancient capital moored in tradition) Section 3: Journey Through the Present: Ise (an ancient shrine that is destroyed and rebuilt every twenty years) Japan has one of the longest life spans in the world, and the greatest number of centenarians--many of whom cite their strong sense of ikigai as the basis for their happiness and longevity. Unlike many "self-care" practices, which require setting aside time in an increasingly busy world, the ikigai method helps you find peace and fulfillment in your busy life.
Download or read book Ikigai for Teens Finding Your Reason for Being written by and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bestselling motivational book based on the Japanese concept of finding happiness in everyday life, now for young readers! The Japanese people say everybody has an "Ikigai," or a reason to live. Some people have found their Ikigai and are aware of it. Other people have it inside, but have not found it yet. This concept, Ikigai, is one of the secrets for a long, active, and happy life.Héctor García and Francesc Miralles visited Ogimi, a town on the north of Okinawa in Japan that has the highest longevity in the world. They spent weeks living with the residents of Ogimi and interviewing dozens of the villagers. These people all had lived to be more than a hundred years old, and they were all in great physical (and spiritual) shape. After their trip, Héctor and Francesc wrote a book examining the centennials' keys to an optimistic and vital existence. What do the oldest people in the world eat, what do they work on, how do they connect with others, and-the best-kept secret-how do they find their Ikigai? Ikigai is what gives them satisfaction and happiness, and brings real meaning to their lives.The result was Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, an international bestseller which has been translated into over 49 languages.With the book, García and Miralles made it their mission to help its readers find their own Ikigai and discover many keys of Japanese philosophy to a healthy body, mind, and spirit.They have now adapted their bestselling book for young readers. Young adults can find their Ikigai too!
Download or read book Ikigai written by Marie Xue and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-07-02 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the ancient Japanese secret ways to see joy, meaning, and purpose in every single day of your life. Today only, get this bestseller for a special price.Have you ever stopped to think about what it is that will make your life worth living? Is it the large amount of money that you have in the bank? The prestigious education that you got? The family and friends that surround you? Or your spiritual belief that there is someone greater than you in the world? Most people will spend their entire lifetimes trying to figure it out, but only a few will have the privilege of really understanding and experiencing themselves what it means to live a fulfilled life. Over the past years, we've seen many life philosophies take center stage, all claiming to hold to secret to happiness and fulfillment. While all of them may have very convincing premises, only one truly stands out. Ikigai, or the Japanese concept of finding your purpose, is the key to living a meaningful life. If there's one people group who have mastered the art of living - and living well, it's definitely the Okinawans of Japan. Famous for being the world's longest-living people, they attribute their joy and contentment to finding their ikigai. It's the reason why they live longer, happier, and better lives than the rest of us. So how does knowing your ikigai change your life? And what should you do to help you uncover your ikigai? Well, you'll discover all that and more after you've read this book. This book is packed with helpful insights that will change not just the way you think, but also the way you live. You'll learn how to slow down and let go of the things that stop you from finding your ultimate purpose. This book will also give you the blueprint to living the life that you always wanted so you won't have to feel your life is meaningless ever again. I hope that through this book, you will see joy, meaning, and purpose in every single day of your life. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Read... The Meaning of Ikigai Start Where You Are Confront Anxiety Head-On! How to Find your Ikigai Secrets to Living the Life You've Always Wanted Ikigai for Beginners And much, much more! Get your copy today!Take action today and buy this book now at a special price!
Download or read book The Book of Ichigo Ichie written by Héctor García and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-12-31 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find happiness by living fully in the present with this definitive guide to ichigo ichie--the Japanese art of making the most of every moment--from the bestselling authors of Ikigai. Every moment in our life happens only once, and if we let it slip away, we lose it forever--an idea captured by the Japanese phrase ichigo ichie (pronounced itchy-GO itchy-A). Often spoken in Japan when greeting someone or saying goodbye, to convey that the encounter is unique and special, it is a tenet of Zen Buddhism and is attributed to a sixteenth-century master of the Japanese tea ceremony, or "ceremony of attention," whose intricate rituals compel us to focus on the present moment. From this age-old concept comes a new kind of mindfulness. In The Book of Ichigo Ichie, you will learn to... appreciate the beauty of the fleeting, the way the Japanese celebrate the cherry blossoms for two weeks every April, knowing they'll have to wait a whole year to see them again; use all five senses to anchor yourself in the present, helping you to let go of fear, sadness, anger, and other negative emotions fueled by fixating on the past or the future; be alert to the magic of coincidences, which help us find meaning among the disconnected events of our lives; use ichigo ichie to help you discover your ikigai, or life's purpose--because it's only by learning to be present, to be tuned into what catches your attention and excites you in the moment, that you can identify what it is that most motivates you and brings you happiness. Every one of us contains a key that can open the door to attention, harmony with others, and love of life. And that key is ichigo ichie. A PENGUIN LIFE TITLE
Download or read book Ikigai Try New Things written by Kazu Tanaka and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking to get your life together? Do it the Okinawan or Japanese way. The way of Ikigai (pronounced "eye-ka-guy"). Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". The word "ikigai" is generally used to indicate the source of value in a person's life or the things that make that person's life worthwhile. Ikigai, when translated to English, basically means "things that you live for" or "the reasons for which you wake up in the morning". Every individual's ikigai is personal to them and specific to their own lives, values and beliefs. Ikigai reflects the inner being of an individual and expresses that faithfully, while, at the same time, creating a mental state in which the individual feels perfectl at ease. Activities that allow a person to feel "ikigai" are never forced on anyone; they are often spontaneous, and always undertaken freely, giving the person satisfaction and a sense of meaning to life. ikigai is seen as the four primary elements coming together as one: What do you love (your passion) What the world needs (your mission) What are you good at (your vocation) What can you get paid for (your profession) Want to find your ikigai? Ask yourself the following four questions: What do I love? What am I good at? What can I be paid for now -- or something that could transform into my future? What does the world need? In their book Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles break down the ten rules that can help anyone find their own ikigai. Stay active and don't retire Leave urgency behind and adopt a slower pace of life Only eat until you are 80 per cent full Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape through daily, gentle exercise Smile and acknowledge people around you Reconnect with nature Give thanks to anything that brightens our day and makes us feel alive. Live in the moment Follow your ikigai Pick up your copy of ikigai and fill in the pre-formatted pages: List your values, what you like, and what you are good at Month at a glance Weekly Success Planer Goal Mapping Goal Progress Habits For Success Journal pages to track successes and failures. Take your time and move slowly. It takes time to find the blend of your passion, mission, vocation and profession. Writing everything down in your pursuit will help you achieve what you are looking for.
Download or read book Ikigai written by Rashmi and published by Prabhat Prakashan Pvt Limited. This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life Ikigai ("a reason for being") is a Japanese concept referring to having a direction or purpose in life, providing a sense of fulfillment and towards which the person may take action, giving them satisfaction and a sense of meaning.Ikigai can describe having a sense of purpose in life, as well as being motivated. According to a study, feeling Ikigai as described in Japanese usually means the feeling of accomplishment and fulfillment that follows when people pursue their passions. Activities that allow one to feel Ikigai are not forced on an individual; they are perceived as being spontaneous and undertaken willingly, therefore they are personal and depend on a person's inner self.According to psychologist Katsuya Inoue, Ikigai is a concept consisting of two aspects: "sources or objects that bring value or meaning to life" and "a feeling that one's life has value or meaning because of the existence of its source or object". Inoue classifiesIkigai into three directions - social ikigai, non-social ikigai, and anti-social Ikigai - from a social perspective. Social Ikigai refers to Ikigai that are accepted by society through volunteer activities and circle activities. An asocial Ikigai is an Ikigai that is not directly related to society, such as faith or self-discipline. Anti-social Ikigai refers to ikigai, which is the basic motivation for living through dark emotions, such as the desire to hate someone or something or to continue having a desire to revenge.Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life National Geographic reporter Dan Buettner suggestedIkigai may be one of the reasons of the longevity of the people of Okinawa. According to Buettner, Okinawans have less desire to retire, as people continue to do their favorite job as long as they remain healthy. "Moai", the close-knit friend group, is considered an important reason for the people of Okinawa to live long. In 2016, a book based on the concept, entitled 'Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, was published by Penguin Books, written by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles.
Download or read book The Little Book of Ikigai written by Ken Mogi and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'FORGET HYGGE. IT'S ALL ABOUT IKIGAI (THAT'S JAPANESE FOR A HAPPY LIFE)' The Times 'WHEN IT COMES TO TRANSATLANTIC ASPIRATIONAL LIVING, IT'S NOW ALL ABOUT IKIGAI' ELLE 'THE NEW LIFESTYLE MANTRA' Sunday Times Find out how to live a long and happy life thanks to the ikigai miracle,a Japanese philosophy that helps you find fulfilment, joy and mindfulness in everything you do. It is extraordinary that Japanese men's longevity ranks 4th in the world, while Japanese women's ranks 2nd. But perhaps this comes as no surprise when you know that the Japanese understanding of ikigai is embedded in their daily life and in absolutely everything that they do. In their professional careers, in their relationships with family members, in the hobbies they cultivate so meticulously. Ken Mogi identifies five key pillars to ikigai: Pillar 1: Starting small Pillar 2: Releasing yourself Pillar 3:Harmony and sustainability Pillar 4:The joy of little things Pillar 5:Being in the here and now The Japanese talk about ikigai as 'a reason to get up in the morning'. It is something that keeps one's enthusiasm for life going, whether you are a cleaner of the famous Shinkansen bullet train, the mother of a newborn child or a Michelin-starred sushi chef. The Five Pillars at the heart of everything they do. But how do you find your own ikigai? How does ikigai contribute to happiness? Neuroscientist and bestselling Japanese writer Ken Mogi provides an absorbing insight into this way of life, incorporating scientific research and first-hand experience, and providing a colourful narrative of Japanese culture and history along the way.
Download or read book Ikigai Take Your Time written by Kazu Tanaka and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking to get your life together? Do it the Okinawan or Japanese way. The way of Ikigai (pronounced "eye-ka-guy"). Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". The word "ikigai" is generally used to indicate the source of value in a person's life or the things that make that person's life worthwhile. Ikigai, when translated to English, basically means "things that you live for" or "the reasons for which you wake up in the morning". Every individual's ikigai is personal to them and specific to their own lives, values and beliefs. Ikigai reflects the inner being of an individual and expresses that faithfully, while, at the same time, creating a mental state in which the individual feels perfectl at ease. Activities that allow a person to feel "ikigai" are never forced on anyone; they are often spontaneous, and always undertaken freely, giving the person satisfaction and a sense of meaning to life. ikigai is seen as the four primary elements coming together as one: What do you love (your passion) What the world needs (your mission) What are you good at (your vocation) What can you get paid for (your profession) Want to find your ikigai? Ask yourself the following four questions: What do I love? What am I good at? What can I be paid for now -- or something that could transform into my future? What does the world need? In their book Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles break down the ten rules that can help anyone find their own ikigai. Stay active and don't retire Leave urgency behind and adopt a slower pace of life Only eat until you are 80 per cent full Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape through daily, gentle exercise Smile and acknowledge people around you Reconnect with nature Give thanks to anything that brightens our day and makes us feel alive. Live in the moment Follow your ikigai Pick up your copy of ikigai and fill in the pre-formatted pages: List your values, what you like, and what you are good at Month at a glance Weekly Success Planer Goal Mapping Goal Progress Habits For Success Journal pages to track successes and failures. Take your time and move slowly. It takes time to find the blend of your passion, mission, vocation and profession. Writing everything down in your pursuit will help you achieve what you are looking for.
Download or read book Ikigai Be Free written by Kazu Tanaka and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking to get your life together? Do it the Okinawan or Japanese way. The way of Ikigai (pronounced "eye-ka-guy"). Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". The word "ikigai" is generally used to indicate the source of value in a person's life or the things that make that person's life worthwhile. Ikigai, when translated to English, basically means "things that you live for" or "the reasons for which you wake up in the morning". Every individual's ikigai is personal to them and specific to their own lives, values and beliefs. Ikigai reflects the inner being of an individual and expresses that faithfully, while, at the same time, creating a mental state in which the individual feels perfectl at ease. Activities that allow a person to feel "ikigai" are never forced on anyone; they are often spontaneous, and always undertaken freely, giving the person satisfaction and a sense of meaning to life. ikigai is seen as the four primary elements coming together as one: What do you love (your passion) What the world needs (your mission) What are you good at (your vocation) What can you get paid for (your profession) Want to find your ikigai? Ask yourself the following four questions: What do I love? What am I good at? What can I be paid for now -- or something that could transform into my future? What does the world need? In their book Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles break down the ten rules that can help anyone find their own ikigai. Stay active and don't retire Leave urgency behind and adopt a slower pace of life Only eat until you are 80 per cent full Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape through daily, gentle exercise Smile and acknowledge people around you Reconnect with nature Give thanks to anything that brightens our day and makes us feel alive. Live in the moment Follow your ikigai Pick up your copy of ikigai and fill in the pre-formatted pages: List your values, what you like, and what you are good at Month at a glance Weekly Success Planer Goal Mapping Goal Progress Habits For Success Journal pages to track successes and failures. Take your time and move slowly. It takes time to find the blend of your passion, mission, vocation and profession. Writing everything down in your pursuit will help you achieve what you are looking for.
Download or read book Okinawan Ikigai written by Kazu Tanaka and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking to get your life together? Do it the Okinawan or Japanese way. The way of Ikigai (pronounced "eye-ka-guy"). Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". The word "ikigai" is generally used to indicate the source of value in a person's life or the things that make that person's life worthwhile. Ikigai, when translated to English, basically means "things that you live for" or "the reasons for which you wake up in the morning". Every individual's ikigai is personal to them and specific to their own lives, values and beliefs. Ikigai reflects the inner being of an individual and expresses that faithfully, while, at the same time, creating a mental state in which the individual feels perfectl at ease. Activities that allow a person to feel "ikigai" are never forced on anyone; they are often spontaneous, and always undertaken freely, giving the person satisfaction and a sense of meaning to life. ikigai is seen as the four primary elements coming together as one: What do you love (your passion) What the world needs (your mission) What are you good at (your vocation) What can you get paid for (your profession) Want to find your ikigai? Ask yourself the following four questions: What do I love? What am I good at? What can I be paid for now -- or something that could transform into my future? What does the world need? In their book Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles break down the ten rules that can help anyone find their own ikigai. Stay active and don't retire Leave urgency behind and adopt a slower pace of life Only eat until you are 80 per cent full Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape through daily, gentle exercise Smile and acknowledge people around you Reconnect with nature Give thanks to anything that brightens our day and makes us feel alive. Live in the moment Follow your ikigai Pick up your copy of ikigai and fill in the pre-formatted pages: List your values, what you like, and what you are good at Month at a glance Weekly Success Planer Goal Mapping Goal Progress Habits For Success Journal pages to track successes and failures. Take your time and move slowly. It takes time to find the blend of your passion, mission, vocation and profession. Writing everything down in your pursuit will help you achieve what you are looking for.
Download or read book Mindful written by Kazu Tanaka and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking to get your life together? Do it the Okinawan or Japanese way. The way of Ikigai (pronounced "eye-ka-guy"). Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". The word "ikigai" is generally used to indicate the source of value in a person's life or the things that make that person's life worthwhile. Ikigai, when translated to English, basically means "things that you live for" or "the reasons for which you wake up in the morning". Every individual's ikigai is personal to them and specific to their own lives, values and beliefs. Ikigai reflects the inner being of an individual and expresses that faithfully, while, at the same time, creating a mental state in which the individual feels perfectl at ease. Activities that allow a person to feel "ikigai" are never forced on anyone; they are often spontaneous, and always undertaken freely, giving the person satisfaction and a sense of meaning to life. ikigai is seen as the four primary elements coming together as one: What do you love (your passion) What the world needs (your mission) What are you good at (your vocation) What can you get paid for (your profession) Want to find your ikigai? Ask yourself the following four questions: What do I love? What am I good at? What can I be paid for now -- or something that could transform into my future? What does the world need? In their book Ikigai The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles break down the ten rules that can help anyone find their own ikigai. Stay active and don't retire Leave urgency behind and adopt a slower pace of life Only eat until you are 80 per cent full Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape through daily, gentle exercise Smile and acknowledge people around you Reconnect with nature Give thanks to anything that brightens our day and makes us feel alive. Live in the moment Follow your ikigai Pick up your copy of ikigai and fill in the pre-formatted pages: List your values, what you like, and what you are good at Month at a glance Weekly Success Planer Goal Mapping Goal Progress Habits For Success Journal pages to track successes and failures. Take your time and move slowly. It takes time to find the blend of your passion, mission, vocation and profession. Writing everything down in your pursuit will help you achieve what you are looking for.
