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ikigai

Ikigai (生き甲斐, “ee-kee-guy”) is a Japanese concept. It describes the things that make your life worthwhile and that give you a deep sense of purpose, satisfaction, and joy. Ikigai is made up of two Japanese words, iki (生き), which means life, and kai (甲斐), meaning effect, result, value, benefit, or worth.

A word that effectively combines the concepts of work, career, and a love that makes money is ikigai. This Japanese term encapsulates the idea of finding a purpose in life that brings joy, utilizes your strengths, meets a need in the world, and can be financially rewarding. The concept of ikigai is often illustrated through a Venn diagram that includes four intersecting circles representing what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. The intersection of these four areas is your ikigai, or your reason for being.

Here are some key aspects of ikigai:
What you love: Activities that bring you joy and fulfillment.
What you are good at: Skills and talents you possess.
What the world needs: Areas where your efforts can make a positive impact.
What you can be paid for: Work that provides financial compensation.

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