Peace my people, I want to start something new that I will be sharing with you weekly on Mondays. Words are my original passion. The impact they have on our lives, the power they give to creativity, stories, and honestly, everything about them. I love to read and listen to audiobooks and I wanted to start sharing some insight into some books that I have read or listened to.
The first book that I want to share is Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles.
This is an amazing book about the people of Okinawa in Japan which is the city with the most centenarians (people who live to be 100 + years old) in the world
Here are 10 key lessons from the book:
Find Your Purpose: Discover what truly drives and motivates you in life, your reason for getting out of bed every morning.
Live in the Present Moment: Embrace mindfulness and focus on being fully present in whatever you're doing at the moment.
Nurture Relationships: Cultivate meaningful connections with family, friends, and community members to foster a sense of belonging and support.
Pursue Passion: Engage in activities that you're passionate about and that bring you joy and fulfillment.
Stay Active: Incorporate physical activity into your daily routine to maintain health and vitality.
Eat Wisely: Follow a balanced diet rich in nutritious foods to nourish your body and support overall well-being.
Embrace Resilience: Learn to bounce back from setbacks and challenges with resilience and a positive mindset.
Simplify: Simplify your life by decluttering and focusing on what truly matters, letting go of unnecessary stressors and distractions.
Find Flow: Seek out experiences that allow you to enter a state of flow, where you're fully immersed and engaged in an activity.
Cultivate Gratitude: Practice gratitude regularly, acknowledging and appreciating the blessings and opportunities in your life.
You can buy the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3vhWyt8