The way of nagomi : the Japanese philosophy of finding balance and peace in everything you do

Find balance and peace in every moment Life is ephemeral and ever-changing; in Japan, it’s called ukiyo— “floating world.” How can we adapt to its fluctuations without being overcome? The answer is nagomi: a philosophy of balance— and the secret to a harmonious life. Neuroscientist Ken Mogi shares wisdom from Japanese history and culture to explain how nagomi can help you: • have happy relationships with loved ones who disagree • engage with the natural world without diminishing its beauty • strive for improvement while accepting imperfection • strike a balance to achieve calm. If you’ve ever enjoyed a perfect bite of sushi—fresh fish, white rice, a hint of wasabi, maybe with a sip of sake—then you’ve already tasted what nagomi can achieve. Combining philosophy and advice, this book brings that balance into your health, work, relationships, and sense of self with nagomido—The Way of Nagomi! “Awakening Your Ikigai is really quite a delightful look at sometimes mystifying Japanese traditions.”—The New York Times Book ReviewIntroducing IKIGAI: find your passions and live with joyIkigai is a Japanese phenomenon commonly understood as “your reason to get up in the morning.” Ikigai can be small moments: the morning air, a cup of coffee, a compliment. It can also be deep convictions: a fulfilling job, lasting friendships, balanced health. Whether big or small, your ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life.Author Ken Mogi introduces five pillars of ikigai to help you make the most of each day and become your most authentic self: 1. starting small → focus on the details 2. releasing yourself → accept who you are 3. harmony and sustainability → rely on others 4. the joy of little things → appreciate sensory pleasure 5. being in the here and now → find your flow.Weaving together insights from Japanese history, philosophy, and modern culture, plus stories from renowned sushi chef Jiro Ono, anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, and others, Mogi skillfully shows the way to awaken your ikigai. Awakening Your Ikigai is really quite a delightful look at sometimes mystifying Japanese traditions. --The New York Times Book Review Introducing IKIGAI: find your passions and live with joyIkigai is a Japanese phenomenon commonly understood as your reason to get up in the morning. Ikigai can be small moments: the morning air, a cup of coffee, a compliment. It can also be deep convictions: a fulfilling job, lasting friendships, balanced health. Whether big or small, your ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life. Author Ken Mogi introduces five pillars of ikigai to help you make the most of each day and become your most authentic self: 1. starting small focus on the details 2. releasing yourself accept who you are 3. harmony and sustainability rely on others 4. the joy of little things appreciate sensory pleasure 5. being in the here and now find your flow. Weaving together insights from Japanese history, philosophy, and modern culture, plus stories from renowned sushi chef Jiro Ono, anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, and others, Mogi skillfully shows the way to awaken your ikigai Introducing IKIGAI: find your passions and live with joy Ikigai is a Japanese phenomenon commonly understood as your reason to get up in the morning. Ikigai can be small moments: the morning air, a cup of coffee, a compliment. It can also be deep convictions: a fulfilling job, lasting friendships, balanced health. Whether big or small, your ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life. Author Ken Mogi introduces five pillars of ikigai to help you make the most of each day and become your most authentic self: 1. starting small focus on the details 2. releasing yourself accept who you are 3. harmony and sustainability rely on others 4. the joy of little things appreciate sensory pleasure 5. being in the here and now find your flow. Weaving together insights from Japanese history, philosophy, and modern culture, plus stories from renowned sushi chef Jiro Ono, anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, and others, Mogi skillfully shows the way to awaken your ikigai. Find balance and peace in every moment Life is ephemeral and ever-changing; in Japan, it's called ukiyo —"floating world." How can we adapt to its fluctuations without being overcome? The answer is nagomi : a philosophy of balance—and the secret to a harmonious life. Neuroscientist Ken Mogi shares wisdom from Japanese history and culture to explain how nagomi can help you: have happy relationships with loved ones who disagree engage with the natural world without diminishing its beauty strive for improvement while accepting imperfection strike a balance to achieve calm. If you've ever enjoyed a perfect bite of sushi—fresh fish, white rice, a hint of wasabi, maybe with a sip of sake—then you've already tasted what nagomi can achieve. Combining philosophy and advice, this book brings that balance into your health, work, relationships, and sense of self with nagomido — The Way of Nagomi! Ikigai Is A Japanese Phenomenon Commonly Understood As Your Reason To Get Up In The Morning. Ikigai Can Be Small Moments: The Morning Air, A Cup Of Coffee, A Compliment. It Can Also Be Deep Convictions: A Fulfilling Job, Lasting Friendships, Balanced Health. Whether Big Or Small, Your Ikigai Is The Path To Success And Happiness In Your Own Life. Note To The Reader: The Five Pillars Of Ikigai -- What Is Ikigai? -- Your Reason To Get Up In The Morning -- Kodawari And The Benefits Of Thinking Small -- The Sensory Beauty Of Ikigai -- Flow And Creativity -- Ikigai And Sustainability -- Finding Your Purpose In Life -- What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger -- Ikigai And Happiness -- Accept Yourself For Who You Are -- Find Your Own Ikigai. Ken Mogi. Originally Published In Great Britain As The Little Book Of Ikigai By Quercus In 2017 --title Page Verso. Ikigai is a Japanese phenomenon commonly understood as "your reason to get up in the morning." Ikigai can be small moments: the morning air, a cup of coffee, a compliment. It can also be deep convictions: a fulfilling job, lasting freiendships, balanced health. Whether big or small, your ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life. Introduction Chapter 1: Nagomi for Beginners Chapter 2: Nagomi of Food Chapter 3: Nagomi of Self Chapter 4: Nagomi of Relationships Chapter 5: Nagomi of Health Chapter 6: Nagomi of Lifelong Learning Chapter 7: Nagomi of Creativity Chapter 8: Nagomi of Life Chapter 9: Nagomi of Society Chapter 10: Nagomi of Nature Conclusion Glossary About the Author "This accessible guide to nagomi shows readers craving calm or fighting burnout a path to greater equanimity of mind"-- Provided by publisher