Ikigai
Let’s take a moment here to be completely honest:
Life is tough.
When morning comes, some days, it’s difficult to drag ourselves out of bed. We might wonder, “What’s the point?” In turn, this can create resistance in our lives and even lead us to spiral into a pit of despair.
Especially when you have had a stroke or a brain injury.
If this sounds familiar, know you aren’t alone.
- But how do others do it?
- What causes one person to go about their life with such joy (no matter what task or endeavour they meet)?
Well, it might come down to a Japanese concept known as “ikigai.”
What is Ikigai?
“Ikigai” refers to a sense of purpose or reason for living.
It’s that motivating force that fuels people (especially the ones where everyone wonders, “How do they do it?!”). But here’s a twist: This sense of purpose is very individualized to your life and desires.
The word, ikigai, actually translates into life value or worth.
And interestingly, the West has somewhat manipulated this concept and mish-mashed it with, “finding your purpose.”
It combines these areas to fuel your drive:
- passion
- mission
- vocation
- and profession
So, let’s dig into this a little more and learn how it can help you expand your personal growth and horizons.
Applying Ikigai to Your Life
Struggling with purpose is all too real and common.
Seeking it externally will actually deter your efforts to figure this out. This purpose has to come from the depths of your internal workings. Again, it’s specific to each person, meaning looking outward often won’t help you find the answers you crave and that fulfil this requirement.
What Are The 4 Components of Ikigai?
When it comes to using ikigai to determine your purpose, you can use the four components to guide you.
Ask yourself:
- What is something I love?
- What is something the world needs?
- What is something I’m good at?
- What is something I can be paid for?
The intersection of all of these qualities leads to your true ikigai or purpose.
And yes, this may require some serious deep thought and brainstorming.
It may even need you to think outside the box or even consult with others regarding their thoughts on what you might be good at or what the world needs.
How Do I Find My Ikigai?
Finding your ikigai probably won’t happen overnight, meaning it does require a journey that propels your personal growth forward.
Surprisingly, it might not require huge changes in your life either.
More so, it’s about framing your life’s purpose in a way that resonates with you and that drives you to live your life to the fullest.
That is where my Neuro-Linguistic Programming Coaching comes into effect. I will show you how to REFRAME your circumstances amongst other marvellous things – so exciting!
I am hosting a FREE group coaching course about ‘What Neuro-Linguistic Programming Coaching can do for you – a stroke or head injury survivor and their caregivers’ Would you like me to keep you updated? 💜
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