Pillar 07
Purpose
Ikigaiβyour reason for being. Worth 7 years of life.
The Science of Purpose
People with strong purpose have 2.4x lower risk of Alzheimers, lower inflammation markers, and live 7+ years longer. Purpose changes biology.
Ikigai: The Okinawan Way
Ikigai = what you love + what youre good at + what the world needs + what you can be paid for. Every Okinawan centenarian can articulate their ikigai instantly.
Find Your Why
- What would you do for free?
- What did you love at age 10?
- What makes you lose track of time?
- How can you serve others?