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Nurturing
Mission Pillar— What the world needs
Definition
Providing care and encouragement for growth or development.
Real-World Example
"The nurturing mentor helped dozens of young entrepreneurs build successful social enterprises."
Ikigai Connection
Nurturing others often reveals your calling to support growth and development.
How this connects to your life purpose:
This word represents the mission aspect of Ikigai — what the world needs. Reflecting on this quality can help you understand what drives your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Ikigai Reflection
“In what ways could 'Nurturing' help address what the world needs?”
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