Ikigai, Your Reason for Being: Finding meaning and purpose

Published: Oct. 10, 2018, noon

kigai\xa0\u751f\u304d\u7532\u6590\xa0 (pronounced ick-ee-guy) \u2014 a Japanese word meaning a reason for being, or a reason to jump out of bed each morning. Why purpose is necessary to thrive in life.

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[01:30]\xa0How health and happiness are related

[03:20]\xa0Study showing association between happiness and health

[05:30] What is ikigai?

[06:10] The 4 criteria to finding your ikigai

[13:40] How do you find your passions?

[16:50] The science behind ikigai and good health