Discover the secret to living a life of purpose and fulfillment with The Ikigai Way
In The Ikigai Way, David Marlow, a seasoned business leader and personal transformation expert, tackles the challenges of today's disrupted career landscapes. Utilizing the ancient Japanese concept of Ikigai, Marlow offers a fresh perspective on finding harmony and fulfillment in both personal and professional life amidst the twin modern crises of burnout and career uncertainty.
The book meticulously explores how to align your career with your true self by integrating Ikigai into your daily routines and strategic thinking. Marlow provides hands-on strategies and practical examples to help readers harness their passion and skills in ways that benefit not only their professional growth but also their personal satisfaction. Each chapter is dedicated to unraveling a facet of Ikigai, making its ancient wisdom accessible and actionable for modern-day professionals across all career stages.
- Learn to identify and harness your unique strengths and passions to thrive in every area of your life
- Gain practical strategies to apply Ikigai principles in everyday scenarios, from work and leadership to personal relationships
- Discover how to achieve a fulfilling life by expressing your essence and purpose in harmony with whatever you do
The Ikigai Way is a movement towards integrating deeper meaning into your work and creating a life that feels genuinely fulfilling. Ideal for any stage of life, this book is your guide to rediscovering joy, enthusiasm, and balance. Don't wait to transform your professional life. Start your journey to fulfillment today.
Table of Contents
Prologue: Begin, to Become 1
Chapter 1 What Is Ikigai? 3
Chapter 2 If You Were Done 15
Chapter 3 The Three Invitations 25
Part I The First Invitation: Getting the Noise Down 31
Chapter 4 The Seven Rituals of Calm 33
Chapter 5 From Chaos to Calm 51
Chapter 6 Glimpses of Ikigai 59
Chapter 7 Ikiverse 69
Part II the Second Invitation: Uncovering Your Purpose 91
Chapter 8 Uncovering Our Essence 93
Chapter 9 The Tennis Ball 101
Chapter 10 All Models Are Wrong 113
Chapter 11 The Path of Intention 121
Chapter 12 The Journey Begins. 131
Part III the Third Invitation: Living Out Your Ikigai 139
Chapter 13 Harmony 141
Chapter 14 Hara Hachi Bu 151
Chapter 15 Efficiency 157
Chapter 16 Better Next Year 169
Chapter 17 Playing Games 179
Chapter 18 The Urgency of Ikigai 195
Chapter 19 Living the Question 207
Notes 215
Acknowledgments 221
About the Author 223
Index 225
