The Book of IKIGAI: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles - Book review

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The Book of Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles is a fascinating and insightful book that explores the Japanese concept of Ikigai. Ikigai is a Japanese word that means "a reason for being." It is a way of finding your purpose in life and living a meaningful existence.

The book begins by explaining the four pillars of Ikigai:

  1. What you love to do: This is the thing that you are passionate about and that makes you happy.
  2. What you are good at:This is the thing that you are naturally talented at and that you can do well.
  3. What the world needs: This is the thing that is needed in the world and that you can contribute to.
  4. What you can be paid for: This is the thing that you can make a living from.

When these four areas intersect, we have found our Ikigai. This is the place where our passion, our talents, our purpose, and our livelihood come together to create a life that is both fulfilling and rewarding.

The book then goes on to explore the history of Ikigai, its roots in Japanese culture, and how it can be applied to our own lives. The authors provide a number of exercises and tools to help readers find their own Ikigai, including a self-assessment quiz and a workbook.

I found the book to be well-written, informative, and inspiring. It is a great resource for anyone who is interested in finding meaning and purpose in their lives.


Here are some of the things I liked about the book:


  1. The authors do a great job of explaining the concept of Ikigai in a clear and concise way.
  2. The book is full of practical advice and exercises that can help readers find their own Ikigai.
  3. The book is beautifully illustrated, with stunning photographs of Japan.

Here are some of the things I didn't like about the book:

  1. The book can be a bit repetitive at times.
  2. Some of the exercises are a bit too simplistic.


Overall, I highly recommend The Book of Ikigai to anyone who is interested in finding meaning and purpose in their lives. It is a well-written, informative, and inspiring book that can help you on your journey to finding your Ikigai.


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