Is Ikigai Overrated? Points That No One Talks About
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Is Ikigai Overrated? Points That No One Talks About

The Japanese concept of Ikigai, has been making its way more and more into our western world for some time now. I have noticed, however, that we Westerners have imported this concept too - what would be the right word to describe it correctly - "clumsily". Too unreflective, respectively not holistic enough. And that brings problems with it. If...

Better Life Through Emotional Distance
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Better Life Through Emotional Distance

I see the need for emotional distance most clearly in times when a lot is happening quickly and you are more likely to be overwhelmed by the situation than to actually manage it, for example when you are separating from your partner or starting a new job. In such times, simply pausing for a moment can allow us to view the situation in a completely...