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Coaching The Ikigai Concept
A Methodology To Help Others Flourish and Feel Alive
‘As “ikigai” can be a guideline for the individual’s way of life, it is a topic for interdisciplinary research in psychology, pedagogy(education), and philosophy.’
The above quote from one of Japan’s leading ikigai researchers, Professor Akihiro Hasegawa of Toyo Eiwa University, indicates the breadth and depth of the ikigai concept. Along with the fields of psychology, pedagogy and philosophy, ikigai could also be considered as a topic for research in coaching and also as a coaching methodology.
Ikigai Coaching Is Not Career Counselling
Before I dive in, I should make it clear I am not referring to the purpose Venn diagram framework that thousands of coaches and bloggers unwittingly and mistakenly relate to ikigai and use as a coaching tool. While the framework is inspiring and can lead to meaningful discussions on the subjects of purpose and career path, it has nothing to do with the ikigai concept.
