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Empowering
Mission Pillar— What the world needs
Definition
Giving someone the confidence, authority, or means to act on their own behalf.
Real-World Example
"An empowering leader sets the destination and trusts the team to choose the route."
Ikigai Connection
Empowering others is mission work that compounds — every person you free up frees up others in turn.
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
“How might living with 'Empowering' contribute to your community?”
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