Posts TaggedJapanese philosophy

Ikigai: Secret Formula For Happiness And Longevity

Is there a secret formula for longevity and happiness? The Japanese have an answer to this question, and it is called Ikigai (pronounced Ick-ee-guy). This Japanese concept can be translated as “a reason for being”. It refers to having a direction or purpose and motivation in life that makes one’s life worthwhile. In other words, it […]

What Is Ichigo Ichie? 10 Ways to Make Each Day Special

Ichigo Ichie can be translated from Japanese (一期一会) as, “for this time only,” and “once in a lifetime.” It also can be translated “one time, one meeting”. It roughly translates to the idea that we live “each moment, only once” and that the value of each encounter is that it happens only once in a lifetime. […]