Ikigai | The Purposeful Way to Rescue Your Mind from Jail
‘The Japanese invented a philosophy named “Ikigai,” which stands for ‘reason for being.’ Ikigai can help us to determine what it is that we want to wake up for in the morning.’ ~ Einzelgänger (YouTube)
Do These Three Things, and You’ll Never Return to Mind Prison
As you investigate life and her challenges, don’t forget to notice the clues she leaves in patterns. Image credit: Mahtab Naghedi / Unsplash Photo Community
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November 10, 2022 – If you want to take charge of your life, learn to think like a chess grandmaster or a five-star general. Make recognizing patterns your business.
“Pattern recognition explains why experienced people are better at making decisions than inexperienced people. It’s not just a matter of education and natural talent. A person experienced in a certain area has created more patterns as they’ve made decisions and assessed the results. That’s why a more experienced person has a greater likelihood of making the right decision.”
Whether hero or villain, Mao Zedong was on the mark when he stated:`
“You can’t solve a problem? Well, get down and investigate the present facts and [the problem’s] past history! When you have investigated the problem thoroughly, you will know how to solve it.”
While LaBov’s article is directed at business-minded people, it’s a worthwhile read for people who are interested in improving their pattern-recognition skills.