The IKIGAI Chronicles 📜 Ever heard of IKIGAI? Say it with me: "ee-kee-guy." It's Japan's best-kept secret to living a life that's both fulfilling and fun! Think of it as your inner compass, guiding you to mornings filled with zest and purpose.
IKIGAI Basics: The Four Pillars 🏛
Ready for some IKIGAI magic? Here are the four questions to ask yourself:
1. What you love?
2. What the world needs?
3. What you can be paid for?
4. What you are good at?
Grab a notepad and scribble down your answers. First thought, best thought! Remember that you can always refine it later.
Fun Challenge: 📝The IKIGAI Map: X Marks the Spot! 🗺 Picture four vibrant circles, each a piece of the puzzle, merging to reveal the treasure: Your IKIGAI!
1. Passion Playground: Love + Talent = Fun times!
2. Mission HQ: Love + World's Needs = Hero mode on!
3. Pro Corner: Talent + Paycheck = Cha-ching!
4. Vocation Valley: World's Needs + Paycheck = Making a difference!
There are many dimensions in life, be creative and design your own life. Each one of us has a unique experience.
Take Oprah, for example. She blended her love for media with her mission to inspire, creating a legacy and living her IKIGAI.
Your IKIGAI Quest 🚀
Remember, this isn't a one-size-fits-all caper. Your IKIGAI journey is as unique as your favorite pizza toppings! Here's your game plan:
1. Mirror Time: Reflect on your answers regularly.
2. Explorer Mode: Dive into new experiences.
3. Buddy System: Chat with pals or mentors about your IKIGAI insights.
The IKIGAI Glow-Up ✨
Tapping into your IKIGAI isn't just about feeling good. It's a total life upgrade!
1. Zen Zone: Doing what you adore melts stress away.
2. Tribe Vibes: Sharing your IKIGAI journey strengthens bonds.
3. Level Up: Your IKIGAI path is paved with growth and giggles.
IKIGAI isn't just a fancy word; it's a vibrant way of life. As you set sail on this adventure, cherish the journey over the destination. Ready to unlock your IKIGAI?
Bonus Round! 🎁
Hungry for more? Dive into "Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life" by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles. And hey, why not share your IKIGAI tales in our student’s Facebook group? Let's get the party started!
Photo Credit
1. https://www.ngobiz.org/home/2017/09/is-this-japanese-concept-the-secret-to-a-long-happy-meaningful-life/
2. Photo by Om Thakkar: https://www.pexels.com/photo/wood-art-apple-books-13117733/
