Improve your life with 8 powerful Japanese concepts:
Japanese people are known for living long, happy lives. It’s partly due to their unique philosophies.
These simple yet powerful ways of living bring more:
• Mindfulness
• Happiness
• Fulfillment
• Resilience
• Balance
• Clarity
• Peace
• Joy
💡Save my cheat sheet with 8 life-changing ideas.
Here’s a tip to build each of them into your routine:
1. Ikigai: Find your passion; what inspires & fulfills you.
Tip: Think of activities that make you lose track of time.
2. Gaman: Build resilience; face challenges with grace.
When feeling stressed, take deep breaths to stay calm.
3. Kintsugi: See beauty in flaws; they make you unique.
Reflect on your past mistakes and the lessons learned.
4. Oubaitori: Don’t compare; treasure your own journey.
Jot down 1 personal win a week, no matter how small.
5. Hara Hachi Bu: Eat mindfully; stop when at 80% full.
Slow down & focus on your food [not the phone or TV].
6. Shinrin-yoku: Rejuvenate by connecting with nature.
Plan a daily walk in a park or green space for 10 mins.
7. Uketamo: Keep your heart open to embrace life fully.
Journal about a tough time & how it strengthened you.
8. Kaizen: Aim for small, continuous self-improvement.
Choose 1 small habit to change or develop this week.
Start weaving these concepts into your daily routine.
You’ll gain a richer, more balanced life.
Embrace the change and see your world transform.
Kenrick Vaz 