Ikigai

by Hector Garcia

Want to live longer and happier? The Japanese have cracked the code to satisfaction and meaning, called ikigai.

Ikigai combines passion, mission, vocation, and profession into your life's purpose. Finding your ikigai unlocks fulfilment and direction.

The Japanese island Okinawa has the world’s longest living people. One 100+ year old woman shared her ikigai secret: to "always be busy, eat your vegetables, and smile." 😊 Small daily joys compound into blissful lives.

Ikigai behaviors lead to contentment:

⛰ Move always - even gentle activity energizes. Hiking Okinawa's peaceful mountain trails provides contemplative ikigai.

🍵 Tea time nourishes the soul. Sipping matcha intentionally calms the mind.

🍜 Eat good food in good company. Shared meals strengthen community bonds.

💆 Pamper yourself occasionally - you’re worth it!

😴 Eight hours of sleep lets creativity bloom. Busy hands and rested mind maximize ikigai.

Time flows more sweetly when following passions. Mastering skills takes time but unlocks rewards. Devote hours to what makes you shine.

Small daily efforts compound like gentle waves carving coastlines. Tiny joys become lifelong contentment.

To find your ikigai:

• Look in - your gifts, strengths and passions guide you. Know your true nature.

• Look out - the world needs your contribution. Find problems your talents can solve.

Your ikigai sweet spot exists where gifts meet needs. Follow it for fulfillment.

With ikigai, little things add up to big happiness. Start flowing in the right direction today.

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