Ikigai

IKIGAI: Giving Every Day Meaning And Joy

by Yukari Mitsuhashi

Ikigai, a traditional Japanese concept, has been popularized as a way to find value and joy in life, and to improve one’s mental and physical health. However, most of the popular writings and discussions (centered around a Venn diagram) come from a Western interpretation that doesn’t truly reflect the  origins Japanese notion of ikigai. In this book, Yukari Mitsuhashi explains the true meaning of ikigai, and how to discover your ikigai.

In this summary, you’ll learn:

• What ikigai is and isn’t, and how the Western interpretation of ikigai differs from the Japanese interpretation;

• Traits or aspects of ikigai, sources of ikigai, and how to identify your ikigai in both personal and work settings; and

• Insights from 6 individuals who have found their ikigai, with key questions to help you find explore/identify your ikigai.

Who should read this:
• People who’re interested in personal development and finding your purpose in life.
• Anyone who wants to find joy, value, happiness and fulfillment in life.