Ikigai: A Framework for Finding Meaning, Purpose, and Harmony

Summary: In a world where so many people are desperately seeking greater meaning in their lives, the Japanese concept of “ikigai” just might offer the holy grail. Ikigai can be thought of as a framework for understanding who we really are and living a more meaningful life. With the inexorable rise of AI, machine learning, and automation, humans are often left wondering where we fit in. And as the pace of life gets faster and faster, an optimal work life balance seems evermore elusive. Ikigai offers us the structure to find meaning, purpose, and harmony.