🌸 In this episode we dive into the fascinating Japanese philosophy of IKIGAI—the secret to living a long, fulfilled life. IKIGAI is all about finding your purpose and passion, and it plays a crucial role in helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We discuss how a strong sense of community, close friendships, and meaningful activities can lead to longevity, and why countries like Japan and Italy are filled with examples of people living well into their 100s. 🎙️ 🔍 In this episode, we'll explore: What is IKIGAI? We explore the concept of IKIGAI and how discovering your life’s purpose can lead to a longer, more fulfilling life. The Importance of Community: How surrounding yourself with a supportive circle of friends and family can promote both happiness and longevity. Longevity Lessons from Japan and Italy: We take a closer look at Blue Zones like Okinawa in Japan and Sardinia in Italy, where people frequently live to 100+ years. How to Find Your IKIGAI: Practical steps and techniques to help you discover your passion, purpose, and personal IKIGAI. Live to 100: We also talk about the Netflix documentary Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones and how it provides insights into the science of longevity. 💡 Key Takeaways: Learn how finding your IKIGAI can transform your life. Discover the connection between strong social relationships and living longer. Get inspired by real-life examples of longevity from Blue Zones around the world. Take practical steps to find your purpose and live a healthier, happier life. 💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! 🎧 Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode! 💭 Resources The 10 Rules of IKIGAI: The Japanese Secrets To a Long and Happy Life https://ikigaitribe.com/blogpost/the-10-rules-of-ikigai/ What is ikigai and how can it change my life? https://www.betterup.com/blog/what-is-ikigai Ikigai: what it is and how to use ikigai to find your purpose https://www.calm.com/blog/ikigai ikigai personality test https://ikigaitest.com #ikigai #healthyliving #purpose #bluezones