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Discovering Your Ikigai
Intersection of 4 Japanese circles: what you love, are good at, world needs, can be paid for. Ikigai = your purpose.
Goal
Beat "my work has no meaning" by discovering the 4-circle intersection that defines your purpose.
Steps
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Draw 4 overlapping circles: 1) What you love, 2) What you're good at, 3) What world needs, 4) What can pay.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You spot 1-2 points unnoticed before. Real purpose glimpse.
Evidence base
School: Japanese Longevity / Okinawa Research
Founders: Mieko Kamiya · Héctor García · Francesc Miralles (1966)
Coined by Mieko Kamiya (psychologist) in "Ikigai-ni-tsuite" (1966). Globalized via "Ikigai" (2016) by García & Miralles. Okinawa study: avg lifespan 100+.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Discovering Your Ikigai" take?
This exercise takes about 90 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Discovering Your Ikigai"?
You spot 1-2 points unnoticed before. Real purpose glimpse. In the short term: Within 3 months, you tweak work to overlap more with ikigai. Satisfaction rises.
Is "Discovering Your Ikigai" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Japanese Longevity / Okinawa Research (Mieko Kamiya, Héctor García, Francesc Miralles (1966)). Coined by Mieko Kamiya (psychologist) in "Ikigai-ni-tsuite" (1966). Globalized via "Ikigai" (2016) by García & Miralles. Okinawa study: avg lifespan 100+.
Is "Discovering Your Ikigai" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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