Ikigai: lessons from the book

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Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles explores the concept of ikigai, which translates roughly to reason for being or purpose in life. Here’s a detailed summary of the book: Introduction: The authors introduce the concept of ikigai, which originates from Okinawa, Japan, a region known for its high number of centenarians and healthy, happy elderly population. Ikigai represents a combination of what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Chapter 1: The Rules of Ikigai This chapter outlines the