The Japanese philosophy of Ikigai became established in the 8th century on the island territory of Okinawa. When translated, iki means ‘life’ and gai represents ‘hopeful expectation’. Ikigai promotes ‘the individual’s raison d’etre’ or ‘reason to be throughout a long and meaningful life’. Guided by a simple framework, it encourages each one of us to … Continue reading 8 Ways to Achieve a Life of Fulfilment Using an Old Japanese Concept