IKIGAI?

What is your ikigai? According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai, a reason to exist. Some have found it and are aware of its ikigai; others carry it inside, but they are still looking for it. This is one of the secrets to a long, young and happy life like the one that the inhabitants of Okinawa take, the island with the longest population of the world. 10 laws of ikigai 1. Be always active, never leave. Who abandons the things that he loves and knows how to do, loses the meaning of his life. Therefore, even after having finished the "official" work life, it is important to continue doing things of value, advancing, bringing beauty or usefulness to others, helping and shaping our little world. 2. Take it easy. The rush is inversely proportional to the quality of life. As an old proverb says: «Walking slowly you go far». When we leave the urgencies behind, time and life acquire a new meaning. 3. Do not eat until you're full. Also in the diet for a long life, «less is more». According to the 80% law, to preserve health for a long time, instead of stuffing ourselves, we have to eat a little less of the hunger we have. 4. Surround yourself with good friends. They are the best elixir to dissolve worries with a good talk, tell and listen to anecdotes that lighten the existence, ask for advice, have fun together, share, dream ... In short, live. 5. Get in shape for your next birthday. The water moves, flows fresh and does not stagnate. In the same way, your vehicle for life needs a little daily maintenance so that it can last for many years. In addition, exercise secretes the hormones of happiness. 6. Smile. An affable attitude makes friends and relaxes the person. It is good to realize the things that are wrong, but we must not forget the privilege of being here and now in this world full of possibilities. 7. Reconnect with nature. Although most human beings live in cities, we are made to merge with nature. We need to regularly return to it to charge the batteries of the soul. 8. Give thanks. To your ancestors, to the nature that provides you with air and food, to your life partners, to everything that illuminates your day to day and makes you feel happy to be alive. Dedicate a moment of the day to give thanks and you will increase your flow of happiness. 9. Live the moment. Stop regretting the past and fearing the future. All you have is today. Give it the best possible use so that it deserves to be remembered. 10. Follow your ikigai. Within you there is a passion, a unique talent that gives meaning to your days and pushes you to give the best of yourself to the end. If you have not found it yet, as Viktor Frankl said, * your next mission will be to find it *