10 SMALL Japanese Habits That Will Change Your Life | simple living + ikigai

Have the Japanese unlocked the secret to a longer, happier, and more successful life? The answer is YES...at least, according to authors Héctor García and Francesc Miralles in their international best-selling book, Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. In today's video, we're digging into the Japanese habits and rules of ikigai that might just change your life.

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Along my journey to let go of 30 years of clutter, I accidentally became a minimalist and it was life-changing.

Before, I was an emotional hoarder with nothing but the clutter from lost loved ones — and $25,000 of debt — to my name. Now I have a beautiful home in Europe, a happy family, live debt-free, and — best of all — wake up to a life that I’m EXCITED to live every day.

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[Catplanty]

I was walking with a colleague of mine the other day and I was gonna cross the street in spite a red light (there were no cars and I wanted to get back to work). He pulled me back and said “whenever you see a red light, appreciate it. It’s life forcing you to stop for a second. Take that opportunity.”
Now whenever I see a red light I’m not stressed about it but think about that, breathe in deeply and smile.

[heidibear]

Sounds like life in our little African village. We have a gogo whose age we dont even know but she still walks up and down the hills daily. I only recently heard about Ikigai and I love it. Im aure there is something like this on every continent. They knew what was up back in the day 😊😅

[arizonashopper]

Your first point is so true. My dad was afraid to retire, bc so many of his coworkers died within a year of retiring. I think it was hard on their body to go from 100 mph to zero. Also they lost their purpose. My dad decided to make sure he and my mom had hobbies and social activities that kept them busy enough that mom joked that she didn't know how they ever had time to work. ;-) They've been retired 17 years and are still going strong in this way.

[GamerStruggles]

If you wanted to review them after the video :)
10 Rules:
1. Stay Active; Don't Retire
2. Don't Fill Your Stomach
3. Reconnect With Nature
4. Practice the Art of Slowing Down
5. Surround Yourself With Good Friends
6. Daily Exercise
7. Smiling
8. Give Thanks
9. Live in the Moment
10. Find and Follow Your "Ikigai" (watch video for meaning ;) )

[flohough]

Only eating until you are 80% makes a whole lot of sense! Especially when you consider that there is a delay from when you are actually full and it registers in your brain. Great tip.

[mayusaekiflautist]

As Japanese who lives in USA (NYC) for a long time, this video was a good reminder - where I came from.

[lindseystewart]

Great video Marissa! I would also add that Japanese eat less ultra processed snacks. Eating more quality food, and less junk food also helps them live longer.

[twentyseven]

Speaking of practice gratitude, I am grateful to see your new video on Sunday morning. 🌞

[claremiller]

I have found my ikigai, also by accident - I'm a statistical analyst and right now I'm leading a team to build new complex data processing systems. At school I didn't care about maths and did my degree in Asian History of all things. The world works in mysterious ways! Keep searching and you'll find it, and don't assume that you have to turn a hobby into a job either, that can cause a whole raft of problems.

[tarayoakum]

The views around your new home are so peaceful, thank you for sharing them with us!

[chibipandora]

Just a reminder that Japan also has universal health care. They are also unique in that it is culturally expected everyone goes to an annual yearly health check. Some companies even have dedicated time off every year for all employees to encourage them go get the health check. They value community health in a way we simply don't. Like, I get that its a lighthearted intro to the video, but at the same time it's that kind of talk that makes Americans constantly try to fix themselves to no avail instead of urging for universal healthcare like the vast majority of developed nations across the globe.

[patchulli]

Thank you Marissa! As always you suceeded in giving me a 15 min lession that is so well designed that it easily fits into my schedule and does not leave the bitter taste of "having wasted time on social media". Love it!

[AtoZ-lqur]

Thank you for reminding me these lessons from ikigai book. I've read it already but i forgot some of the lessons it taught. ❤❤ now, i will not forget to smile.

[donnawygal]

Nothing from you on YouTube for two weeks. Can't go without hearing from you for that long. I hope all is well with you and yours and that you'll be back very soon

[kristiluce]

These are all wonderful practices. I would add to #2 by saying to eat whole natural foods and limit the processed ones.
I really enjoy your content and look forward to your next post.

[Savannah-edrv]

My mother who is an american, turn 89 years old in May and she is an artist and she also can't stop!. She has said if she stops making things or drawing things that she would die. That is one reason that my house is not minimalist because she is constantly drawing and creating things like jewelry cross stitch, drawing little paintings and putting them on cards and bookmarks Etc. 😂😂

[satujuntunen]

I'd like to thank you for sharing these thoughts. This is such a demanding world in so many ways and it's so good to think of possibility of slowing down in different areas in one's life. It is a choice. ❤

[Huggible]

I've watched your videos for awhile, but this has to be one of my favorite videos yet ❤️ Thank you for sharing this wisdom

[idahoarchitect]

I’ve been watching your videos for over a year now. You continue to get better. I love how your ideas are based on research.

[lana]

Love your new house so much. Hardwood floors look much better than carpet. Also, that spotted door behind you near the end of your video...what is that wood??? It's eyecatching!