Ikigai

Ikigai is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies happiness in life. It is, in essence, the reason you wake up in the morning. This book is about discovering your ikigai—identifying your purpose or passion and using this knowledge to achieve greater happiness in your life. Ikigai doesn't have to be a grand ambition or a lofty life goal—it can be something simple and humble, like tending your garden or walking your dog. Yukari Mitsuhashi grew up in Japan and understands firsthand what ikigai means to the Japanese. Now living in Los Angeles, she wrote this book to introduce a new audience to this traditional concept. This isn't a "one-size-fits-all" book, but rather encourages you to look at the details of your life and appreciate your everyday moments as you learn to identify your ikigai. The book includes case studies from a range of people who share their ikigai, from university lecturers and writers to doctors. With its refreshingly simple philosophy and liberating concepts, this beautifully presented book will be a guide you'll return to again and again.