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What activities give me energy? What did I love doing as a child? What comes easily to me? What skills have I mastered? World Needs

: Review your four lists. Look for words, themes, or activities that appear in more than one category.

If financial gain were irrelevant, how would you choose to spend your weekends? ikigai.pdf

At the core of García and Miralles's popular representation of ikigai is a simple yet profound Venn diagram. It suggests that an individual's ikigai resides at the intersection of four fundamental elements:

Originating from Okinawa, Japan—a region renowned for its high concentration of centenarians—Ikigai is traditionally a holistic philosophy. It is not strictly tied to a career or monetary compensation. Instead, it refers to the small, daily joys that make life worth living, such as a morning walk, cooking a meal, or fostering deep community connections. The Westernized Venn Diagram What activities give me energy

If you are looking to map out your purpose like a downloadable worksheet or PDF template, grab a piece of paper and follow these four steps: Step 1: Brainstorm Content

: You are well-paid for a task you enjoy, but you feel like your contributions lack a real impact on society. Core Blue Zone Habits for a Long Life What skills have I mastered

Mr. Tanaka's Ikigai was found in his passion for gardening. Every day, he would tend to his beautiful garden, growing a variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. He loved nothing more than sharing his harvest with his family and friends. For him, gardening wasn't just a hobby; it was his reason for being. It brought him joy, a sense of accomplishment, and connected him with nature and his community.

: You feel delighted and fulfilled, but you have no wealth or financial security.