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The people of Japan believe that everyone has an Ikigai or a reason for being. Finding it can lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Learn how to live in the moment and pursue your purpose and passion.
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We all have an ikigai. Even if we don’t know it yet!
Ikigai translates as ‘a reason to live’ or ‘a reason to jump out of bed in the morning’. It’s the place where your needs, desires, ambitions and satisfaction meet, leading to a point of balance and fulfilment.
Ikigai is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies happiness in living. The course is about finding your Ikigai - identifying your purpose and using this knowledge to achieve greater happiness, satisfaction and meaning in your life.
What will we cover?
Vocation, purpose and passion.
Personal strengths, skills and talents.
The 10 rules of Ikigai.
Appreciation, gratitude and kindness.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
List the 10 rules of Ikigai.
Discover what brings meaning, purpose and passion to your life.
Create a personal gratitude journal.
Recognise the factors that affect longevity and well being.
Cultivate appreciation and kindness in your life.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for everyone.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Ikigai translates as ‘a reason to live’ or ‘a reason to jump out of bed in the morning’. It’s the place where your needs, desires, ambitions and satisfaction meet, leading to a point of balance and fulfilment.<br />
Ikigai is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies happiness in living. The course is about finding your Ikigai - identifying your purpose and using this knowledge to achieve greater happiness, satisfaction and meaning in your life. <br />
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
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