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Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life (Hardback)
Hector Garcia (author), Francesc Miralles (author)Published: 07/09/2017
A reason to jump out of bed every morning. Find out why Japanese Ikigai is the wellness theory everyone’s talking about
Discover the Japanese secret to a long and happy life with the internationally bestselling guide to ikigai.
'A refreshingly simple recipe for happiness... ' - Stylist
The people of Japan believe that everyone has an ikigai - a reason to jump out of bed each morning. And according to the residents of the Japanese island of Okinawa - the world's longest-living people - finding it is the key to a longer and more fulfilled life.
Inspiring and comforting, this book will give you the life-changing tools to uncover your personal ikigai.
It will show you how to leave urgency behind, find your purpose, nurture friendships and throw yourself into your passions. Bring meaning and joy to your every day with ikigai.
Publisher: Cornerstone
ISBN: 9781786330895
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 247 g
Dimensions: 184 x 136 x 23 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
'I love [this] book... I read it and it's bewitched me ever since. I'm spellbound' - Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2
'Ikigai gently unlocks simple secrets we can all use to live long, meaningful, happy lives. Science-based studies weave beautifully into honest, straight-talking conversation you won't be able to put down. Warm, patient, and kind, this book pulls you gently along your own journey rather than pushing you from behind.' - Neil Pasricha, bestselling author of The Happiness Equation
'The New Hygge' - The People's Friend
'If you feel you've lost your mojo, Ikigai could be the bedside reading you need to kickstart a more mindful 2018' - Vegetarian Living
'Ikigai urges individuals to simplify their lives by pursuing what sparks joy for them' - Marie 'KonMari' Kondo
'A refreshingly simple recipe for happiness... According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai. It means your purpose - the reason you get up in the morning. The thing that fires you up and keeps you busy. Your raison d'etre.' - Stylist
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“Loved it”
This book is a little gem. For fans of Japanese culture like I am, this is a true treat, as it mixes that with a neat account of self-development. Not to mention the physical book is just beautiful. Will read it again... More
“MEDIA REVIEWS”
'I love [this] book... I read it and it's bewitched me ever since. I'm spellbound' - Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2
“A Long and Happy Life to You”
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