Finding Your Ikigai

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Ikigai, a term derived from the Japanese words “iki” meaning life and “gai” meaning value or worth, represents a profound concept that encompasses the essence of finding purpose and fulfilment in one’s life. Rooted in Japanese culture, ikigai serves as a guiding principle, helping individuals navigate their path towards a balanced and meaningful existence. This post explores the components of ikigai and its significance in fostering a sense of purpose, satisfaction, and overall well-being.

Discovering One’s Passion:

At the core of ikigai lies the pursuit of identifying one’s passion. It involves reflecting on personal interests, hobbies, and skills, and recognizing activities that ignite a sense of joy and enthusiasm. By discovering and embracing our passions, we can engage in activities that resonate with our authentic selves, leading to a deep sense of purpose.

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Maintaining Momentum

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Keeping focused on a demanding project and maintaining momentum when the end date still seems far off in the future is a challenge.

Many of our undertakings, professional and personal require long-term effort, dedication and persistence to see them through. Somewhere around the mid-point, things can start to get tricky; there’s still a long way to go to completion, and despite our best efforts we can start to flag and lose focus.

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