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What is ikigai in simple terms?
Ikigai is your life's purpose - the thing that makes you excited to wake up every morning. It's the perfect balance between passion, talent, contribution, and livelihood.
What does ikigai translate to in English?
Ikigai literally translates to "life's worth" or "reason for being." It combines the Japanese words iki (life/living) and gai (worth/value).
Is ikigai authentic Japanese or Western?
Ikigai is authentically Japanese, rooted in Okinawan culture. However, the popular 4-circle Venn diagram was recently created by Western authors.
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