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Most people in life either are unable to find their purpose, or knowingly settle for something that is less. Here are few framework to help you figure things out.

Finding Your Ikigai

Ikigai is a Japanese concept where “Iki” means “to live,” and “gai” means “reason,” which translates to “a reason to live.”

Ikigai emphasises finding a balance between:

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