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Necessary
Profession Pillar— What you can be paid for
adjective
Definition
Required to be done, achieved, or present; essential and indispensable.
Similar words:
essentialrequiredvitalindispensablecrucial
Real-World Example
"The necessary changes to the education system began with one teacher's courageous advocacy."
Ikigai Connection
Feeling that your work is necessary to the world is a powerful confirmation of your Ikigai alignment.
How this connects to your life purpose:
This word represents the profession aspect of Ikigai — what you can be paid for. Reflecting on this quality can help you understand what drives your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Ikigai Reflection
“How might 'Necessary' align with what you can be valued for professionally?”
Take a moment to journal your thoughts on this question