Little Book Of Ikigai Paperback – September 20, 2018

This book takes you to the Heart of Ikigai and helps the reader understand the meaning of ikigai. It is a great read.

Summary: this book is a rare book where the concept is explained by a Japanese. It gives us a different insight compared to the ikigai concept that's circulating on the internet, as well as how ikigai is applied in Japan. Of course it has some weaknesses, but overall worth the money and time to read.+ A different flavor of ikigaiI have seen the four circle ikigai diagram years ago and am pleasantly surprised that this book's contents is very different. One prime example is one element of the diagram is emphasis on "what you can be paid for" while in this book author clearly stated that you do what gives you ikigai even if you are not getting paid (like passion, right?). I felt the concept of ikigai explained in this book is...less pressure, lower bar. In my opinion, that is a wonderful thing.+ Giving new understandingAfter reading this book, I find that sometimes the word of "passion" is not enough. A while ago, I watched a video about a Japanese sushi chef in YouTube. Commenters said that passion allows the chef to work long hours. Before, I'll agree with them. Now, I say it's ikigai.+ Short read+ Subjective opinion: relaxingI've read a lot of self help books and this is one of the most relaxing (besides "The Little Book of Hygge") and meditative most of the time. I recommend reading this in the morning, with a cup of tea/coffee (optional).- Subjective opinion: weak endingI mentioned above that the book is relaxing, however the last chapters didn't give the same feeling. I felt it was rushed, or edited to take out repetitive stuff.

It was a nice cozy little book. It has very good insights into japanese culture through it, without getting too complicated. As a casual reader I found it very easy to follow and continue reading.

Quick read

The book is short but let you understand more about the ikigai. The beauty of the concept through many short examples of individual in Japan. I glad I read it. It made me think about my own life.

What Will happen if you practice Ikigai and Stoicsm, you Will feel a better life and better living. Try it.

I liked this Ikigai book more than Garcia’s and Miralles’ version. Filled with Various references to Japanese’s culture, this little book of Ikigai will help you find Ikigai in your day to day life.

Must read, and even re read hidden gems every time