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8 Japanese Techniques to Overcome Laziness and Boost Productivity

8 Japanese Techniques to Overcome Laziness and Boost Productivity

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Jul 06, 2024
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Ever feel like you can't get anything done?

Japanese culture has some awesome tricks to help you overcome laziness and boost your productivity.

Here are eight powerful methods that will change how you work and live, starting today:

1. Ikigai: Find Your Life's Purpose

Ikigai means "reason for being" in Japanese.

It's the sweet spot where your passions, talents, and the world's needs intersect:

Ikigai: Japanese Techniques to Overcome Laziness and Boost Productivity

When you know your ikigai, you'll feel more excited to tackle each day!

Steve Jobs found his ikigai at the intersection of technology, design, and user experience.

His passion for creating intuitive, beautiful products revolutionized multiple industries and changed how we interact with technology.

To find your ikigai:

  • Think about what you love doing.

  • List things you're good at.

  • Consider how you can help others.

  • Figure out how to make money doing it.

Want to learn more about finding your purpose? Check out my article on powerful Mindset Shifts by Tony Robbins.

Now that we've explored finding your life's purp…

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