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The Japanese way of life is lighter and happier
1. Shikata ga nai
2. Ichigo ichie
3. Ikigai
4. Wabi-sabi
5. Kaizen
Jakarta, goldensamoyed Indonesia
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Through something simple, it turns out you can make big changes.How to?Here’s the people’s way
Japan
live lighter and happier.Turns out you just need to apply some of their life philosophies.
Stress
excess,
anxiety
, often ruins the day and mood.Initially you lived your day happily but everything changed because of stress and pressure here and there.
Can stress be eliminated?It feels like stress cannot be completely eliminated because at a certain level, stress is actually important.
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The Japanese way of life is lighter and happier
You just need to control stress so that it doesn’t become excessive and disrupts your daily life.When stress can be controlled, life can be lighter and happier.
No need for complicated and expensive methods, you just need to apply the following Japanese philosophy of life.
1.
Shikata doesn’t rise
‘Shikata ga nai’ means understanding that there are things that are beyond our control.
With this approach, you won’t get caught up in the thought of ‘Why me?’.You will be invited to focus on what needs to be done next.
The energy you have needs to be focused on things that can still be changed or controlled.
2.
Ichigo ichie
Everyday moments sometimes seem small and trivial.Even if you think about it, those moments will never happen again.
‘Ichigo ichie’ teaches you to be present and give your full attention to a moment.When chatting, for example, you should be fully present in the chat, not playing on your cell phone or doing other things.
With this principle, you will focus on the present and enjoy the current moment.
3.
Ikigai
One way for Japanese people to live a lighter and happier life is by implementing ‘ikigai’.You don’t have to have big goals to move on in life.’Ikigai’ can be interpreted as something that makes life more meaningful and valuable.
You can find purpose and happiness in everyday activities.This goal is not just about money or success but also about living a meaningful life.
Ask yourself, what do you want to do when you wake up?Even though it’s a small thing, if you give meaning to the activity then you can find satisfaction and happiness.
4.
Wabi sabi
The principle of ‘wabi-sabi’ teaches that there is always beauty in things that are less than perfect.
For those of you who are perfectionists and are often stressed by the ambition to be perfect, slowly try applying ‘wabi-sabi’.
With ‘wabi-sabi’, you give yourself space to learn, make mistakes, and grow without excessive pressure.
5.
Kaizen
Little by little, over time it becomes a hill.Maybe this proverb is suitable to represent the principle of ‘kaizen’.Applying the principle of ‘kaizen’ is one way for Japanese people to live a lighter and happier life.
Big changes can occur through a collection of small changes that you consistently make.
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