Ikigai esencial

Being immersed in the present moment and taking pleasure in it, while paying attention to the smallest detail is the essence of the art of the tea ceremony. It is extraordinary that Sen no Rikyu, the creator of this ceremony in the 16th century, came to this conclusion in the Sengoku era, when the warlords, the samurai, fought endless battles with each other and it was surely a very stressful time. The West is permanently fascinated by the Japanese way of life, and this means accessing the philosophy, culture and heritage of this extraordinary country. Ikigai is a Japanese term to refer to the pleasures and meaning of life. Everyone, according to Japanese culture, has ikigai, and it is found through searching, deep and concentrated, in oneself. It is the "reason to get up every morning", to find pleasure, personal satisfaction in daily activities, whether at work or at leisure. One of the reasons for the longevity of the Japanese people, along with their diet, moderate exercise and spirituality. Essential Ikigai combines insights from Ken Mogi's scientific insights into brain function, giving the book a fascinating cognitive perspective.