Ikigai Discovery

Ikigai Assessment

What you'll learn

Framework: Ikigai
1 frequently asked questions answered below
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Overview

The Ikigai Discovery assessment helps you explore the Japanese concept of ikigai — your "reason for being." It maps the intersection of four dimensions: passion, talent, mission, and vocation.

What It Measures

Four ikigai dimensions: what you love (passion), what you are good at (talent), what the world needs (mission), and what you can be paid for (vocation). Your ikigai sits at their intersection.

The Science Behind It

The ikigai concept originates from Okinawa, Japan, where it is associated with longevity and life satisfaction. While the Western Venn diagram interpretation is a simplification, the underlying research on purpose and well-being is robust.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ikigai the same as finding your passion?

Not exactly — ikigai includes passion but also requires that your purpose serves others (mission), leverages your skills (talent), and is economically viable (vocation). Passion alone is only one quarter of ikigai.