This is a way of life in Japan, where people work towards what they love doing, and do that with passion. Iki means life, and gai means ‘to be worthwhile’; loosely translated, Ikigai means the work, activity or hobby that gets an individual up in the morning.
It's something you live for: If you have a great time when you are working, it could be ikigai. If you have a family you love and you can do something for, it's also ikigai.
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If there is something in your life that truly gets you excited and motivated then you may have found your passion. If you get so excited about something that is gets you out of bed in the morning, donnot ignore that sensation.
If you can't imagine not doing something, it's a passion. It doesn't have to be a moneymaker.
Make your money some way that will give you the time for what you really love to do.
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