As of: March 13, 2024, 9:53 a.m
By: Juliane Gutmann
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Far Eastern influences can influence lifespan.
The philosophy of Ikigai, for example, stands for a decelerating lifestyle that focuses on questions of meaning.
The idea of Ikigai comes from Japan and embodies a philosophy of life that strives for happiness and meaning in life.
“Ikigai” can literally be translated as “value of life”.
At its core are four essential principles.
First, the passion: Ikigai encourages you to recognize and pursue your own passions.
Second, the mission: Every person should seek a task that improves the world or community.
Third, the calling: Ikigai encourages you to use and perfect your own talents and abilities.
Fourth, the job: A financial dimension that ensures that we can meet our basic needs.
According to the teaching, true Ikigai arises at the point where all these aspects intersect.
Attitude towards life influences health
According to Japanese philosophy, anyone who follows their individual Ikigai should lead a fulfilled life.
This in turn affects our health and lifespan.
Anyone who gets up in the morning with enthusiasm because they see meaning in their existence usually has a lower risk of various complaints.
These include stress-related conditions such as high blood pressure.
Mental illnesses are also less common among people who describe their lives as fulfilling.
Avoiding stress is an important principle in the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai.
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The life-extending effect of Ikigai can be seen, among other places, on the Japanese island of Okinawa.
According to a report in
National Geographic
magazine , the oldest women ever live there.
Subtropical climate and a healthy diet contribute to this.
But the Ikigai teaching is also suspected of being a reason for women's long lifespans.
Avoid stress, be grateful: the rules of Ikigai
People who live the philosophy of Ikigai try to establish, among other things, the following behaviors:
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This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, our editorial team cannot answer individual questions about medical conditions.
This article was created using machine assistance and was carefully checked by editor Juliane Gutmann before publication.