The Little Book of Ikigai

The Essential Japanese Way To Finding Your Purpose In Life

Ken Mogi

ISBN

9781786489036

Pages

0

Published By

Quercus Publishing

Published On

2017

Subjects

ikigai, reason for being, Japan, culture, philosophy, history, fulfillment, life, inspiration

About

Part cultural exploration, part philosophy, all inspiring, this book explores the concept of "ikigai," a Japanese word that literally translates to "reason for living". More commonly, author and neuroscientist Ken Mogi tells us that ikigai is a Japanese person's “reason to get up in the morning.”

Ikigai can be small moments: the morning air, a cup of coffee, a compliment. It can also be deep convictions: a fulfilling job, lasting friendships, balanced health. Whether big or small, your ikiga...

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