Ikigai: The Secret to a Long and Happy Life

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Research shows that not knowing why you get up in the morning can greatly affect your wellbeing.

Could finding one’s reason for being have something to do with longevity?

Read more about the secret to a long and happy life from the article below.

https://medium.com/thrive-global/ikigai-the-japanese-secret-to-a-long-and-happy-life-might-just-help-you-live-a-more-fulfilling-9871d01992b7

Discussion Questions:

  1. What are your thoughts on the Japanese concept of ‘Ikigai’?
  2. For you, what are the most important values you try to uphold?
  3. What are some things you like to do? What are the things that you are really good at?
  4. What are other secrets to living a long life do you know of?
  5. What might be the good and bad thing about living a short and long life?
  6. Would you prefer a short but full life or a long but almost mundane one?
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