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Awakening Your Ikigai

How the Japanese Wake Up to Joy and Purpose Every Day

Ken Mogi 

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Description

Ikigai is a Japanese phenomenon commonly understood as "your 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 ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life.

Author Ken Mogi introduces five pillars of ikigai to help you make the most of each day and become your most authentic self:
1. starting small > focus on the details
2. releasing yourself > accept who you are
3. harmony and sustainability > rely on others
4. the joy of little things > appreciate sensory pleasure
5. being in the here and now > find your flow.

Weaving together insights from Japanese history, philosophy, and modern culture, plus stories from renowned sushi chef Jiro Ono, anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, and others, Mogi skillfully shows the way to awaken your ikigai.

Product Details

PublisherExperiment
Publish DateJanuary 02, 2018
Pages224
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9781615194759
Dimensions7.4 X 5.4 X 0.8 inches | 0.7 pounds

About the Author

Ken Mogi is a neuroscientist, writer, and broadcaster based in Tokyo. He has published more than 30 papers on cognitive and neurosciences, and over 100 books in Japan covering popular science, essay, criticism, and self-help. His books have sold close to 1 million copies. His books in English include Awakening Your Ikigai and The Way of Nagomi.

Reviews

Awakening Your Ikigai is really quite a delightful look at sometimes mystifying Japanese traditions.-- "The New York Times Book Review"
A must-read.-- "Books for Better Living"
Ikigai is an additional item you can add to your self-care toolbox.-- "Bustle"
Tapping into that sunrise magic is as simple as creating habits that reflect your 'ikigai.'-- "Well + Good"
When ikigai is practiced and present in life, it holds the potential to dissipate stress, ease anxiety, and help you find the purpose to 'wake up to joy' every day. Who wouldn't want that?

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