Awakening Your Ikigai by Ken Mogi Summary
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Discover the Japanese secret to purpose in "Awakening Your Ikigai." Ken Mogi reveals why Okinawan centenarians thrive through five simple pillars. Featured in The New York Times as "a delightful look at mystifying Japanese traditions," it teaches finding joy in your morning coffee before chasing life's grand achievements.
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Points clés
The Quiet Revolution of Ikigai: Finding Meaning in the Ordinary
In a world obsessed with grand achievements and meteoric success, the Japanese concept of ikigai offers a refreshing alternative. This philosophy has captivated millions worldwide, including Steve Jobs who reportedly visited Japan over 25 times seeking inspiration. When former First Lady Michelle Obama discussed her post-White House journey, she referenced ikigai as a guiding principle. What makes this concept so universally appealing? Perhaps it's the promise that a meaningful life doesn't require extraordinary circumstances - just extraordinary attention to the ordinary moments that comprise our days. Ikigai combines "iki" (to live) and "gai" (reason), describing both life's pleasures and meanings. Unlike Western notions of success that often demand grand achievements, ikigai resides equally in small experiences - from savoring your morning coffee to receiving professional recognition. It's fundamentally democratic, available to everyone regardless of status or wealth.
The Five Pillars and Longevity Connection
Kodawari: The Beautiful Obsession with Detail and Sensory Awareness
Finding Flow: When Work Becomes Its Own Reward
The Sustainable Path: Harmony Through Generations
Finding Purpose Beyond Success and Failure
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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