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Having or showing good judgment; able to recognize quality and make wise choices.
"The discerning curator assembled a collection that perfectly captured the spirit of contemporary art."
Discernment helps you distinguish between opportunities that merely distract and those that truly serve your purpose.
How this connects to your life purpose:
This word represents the vocation aspect of Ikigai — what you are good at. Reflecting on this quality can help you understand what drives your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Ikigai Reflection
“When has 'Discerning' helped you excel at something you're good at?”
Take a moment to journal your thoughts on this question
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Take the Free Ikigai Test →Having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something; capable.
Highly skilled or expert; having achieved great success in a particular area.
Able to adjust to new conditions; flexible and versatile.
Able to move quickly and easily; mentally quick and able to adapt rapidly.