Hey, it’s Nick from Ikigai Tribe with my first solo episode. This is actually a relaunch or rerecording of this episode. For both professional and personal reasons I felt it important to do this as the subject of this episode is close to heart and has greatly influenced the life I live now.
034 – Reflections on the Life and Work of The Mother of Ikigai – Mieko Kamiya Read More »
Leisure and play are something that people don’t put that much importance on; some might also think that “playing” is only for the young ones, but is it really the case? In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick talks with Dr. Suzy Ross about the importance of leisure and play, not only for the young but for people of all ages.
033 – Transformative leisure and play: Bringing forth our reason for being Read More »
Who would have thought that mindfulness can be incorporated into art? In this episode of The Ikigai Podcast, join Nick and his guest Rie Takeda as they explore the beauty of shodo (the art of traditional Japanese calligraphy).
032 – Mindfulness calligraphy with Rie Takeda Read More »
Does happiness depend on the society we live in? In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Yoko Inoue as she shares her quest for happiness in the happiest country in the world.
031 – Yoko Inoue on finding happiness Read More »
On this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Dr. Yasuhiro Kotera, Academic Lead at the Univeristy of Derby, returns to discuss a book he co-authored and edited, “Ikigai: Towards a psychological understanding of a life worth living”.
030 – Ikigai: Towards a psychological understanding of a life worth living Read More »
On this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Dr. Caitlin Kight, Education Researcher and Leader of the academic development and skills teams at the University of Exeter, discusses with Nick about teaching in relation to ikigai and how the Japanese concept helped her to educate others more effectively.
029 – Oshiegai and Ikigai in Education with Dr. Caitlin Kight Read More »
On this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Dr. Yasuhiro Kotera, Academic Lead at the Univeristy of Derby, delves into the ikigai concept and discusses with Nick the health benefits people can get from ikigai.
028 – The Health Benefits of Ikigai With Dr. Yasuhiro Kotera Read More »
On this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Dr. Holly Sugg, a Lecturer in Education and Research for the Academy of Nursing at the University of Exeter Medical School, talks to Nick about Morita therapy. How it is different from the western approach and its similarities to the ikigai concept.
027 – Morita Therapy and Ikigai with Dr. Holly Sugg Read More »
Who brings meaning to your life?
Ikigai, the Japanese concept of purpose and fulfilment, isn’t just about achieving great goals or finding joy in activities; it also thrives in the meaningful relationships we cultivate.
026 – Who is Your Ikigai? Read More »
The word Ikigai has become a viral global phenomenon. Several Ted Talks and a best selling book has perpetuated the myth that Ikigai is a word from Okinawa and the key to longevity and happiness. But what does ikigai mean to the average Japanese?
025 – A Japanese Perspective on Ikigai with Makoto Rexrode Read More »
